{"title":"X-Lab XDS Bikes and Framesets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXDS powered by X-Lab \u003c\/strong\u003ebuilds a wide range of bikes that span road bikes, gravel bikes, hybrid bikes, and electric bikes.  The XDS portfolio provides high quality bikes at value prices compared to the competition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"x-lab-ad8-carbon-105-di2-12-speed-disc-road-bike","title":"XDS AD8 Carbon 105 Di2 Disc Road Bike","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eThe X-LAB XDS AD8 is a full-carbon \u003cb\u003eaero road bike\u003c\/b\u003e built around \u003cb\u003eShimano 105 Di2 electronic shifting\u003c\/b\u003e, positioned as the accessible entry point to X-LAB's race-focused AD line. Its frame and fork share the \u003cb\u003eToray T-800 carbon\u003c\/b\u003e layup used on the WorldTour-proven AD9, and at \u003cb\u003e7.41 kg (16.3 lbs)\u003c\/b\u003e in a size L, it's built for fast group rides, club racing, and crits rather than long, all-day miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eWhat sets the AD8 apart at this price point is its component spec: a \u003cb\u003eBranta carbon crankset with an integrated power meter\u003c\/b\u003e, a full \u003cb\u003eShimano 105 Di2\u003c\/b\u003e electronic drivetrain, and disc brakes with dedicated 160mm front and 140mm rear rotors. The crankset spindle also carries \u003cb\u003eApple Find My anti-theft technology\u003c\/b\u003e — a detail specific to this build that you won't find on a comparable bike at this spec level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eRiders who want \u003cb\u003eDi2 electronic shifting\u003c\/b\u003e without paying Ultegra or Dura-Ace pricing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eGroup ride and crit riders who want race geometry and a low \u003cb\u003e7.41 kg\u003c\/b\u003e build weight for punchy efforts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eRiders who want a \u003cb\u003ebuilt-in power meter\u003c\/b\u003e rather than buying one separately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eNot the right choice for riders wanting gravel or all-road versatility — max tire clearance is \u003cb\u003e32C\u003c\/b\u003e, keeping this bike pavement-focused\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFrame is \u003cb\u003eUDH compatible\u003c\/b\u003e, which matters if you want the flexibility to run a SRAM Transmission derailleur in the future\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStock tires are \u003cb\u003eMichelin Pro 5 700x28C\u003c\/b\u003e, with clearance up to 32C — worth noting if you want more cushion than the stock setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBottom bracket is \u003cb\u003eT47 threaded (29mm)\u003c\/b\u003e, a spec worth comparing if you're cross-shopping other aero frames\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrame and fork\u003c\/b\u003e: The AD8 pairs an XDS carbon frame with a matching XDS carbon fork, both built from \u003cb\u003eToray T-800\u003c\/b\u003e fiber. The fork uses a \u003cb\u003e100x12mm thru-axle\u003c\/b\u003e, and the frame's \u003cb\u003eUDH-compatible\u003c\/b\u003e rear end keeps drivetrain options open as standards evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGroupset and shifting\u003c\/b\u003e: Shifting runs through a full \u003cb\u003eShimano 105 Di2\u003c\/b\u003e setup — ST-R7170 shifters and R7150 electronic derailleurs — paired with an \u003cb\u003e11-34T cassette\u003c\/b\u003e for climbing range on group rides. This brings Shimano's electronic shift feel down from the Ultegra and Dura-Ace tiers to a more accessible groupset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBraking\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cb\u003eShimano 105 BR-R7170 disc brakes\u003c\/b\u003e pair with SM-RT70 rotors, sized at 160mm front and 140mm rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWheels and tires\u003c\/b\u003e: The \u003cb\u003eBranta C45 UL carbon wheelset\u003c\/b\u003e comes fitted with \u003cb\u003eMichelin Pro 5 tires in 700x28C\u003c\/b\u003e, with frame clearance up to 32C if you want to size up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandout technology\u003c\/b\u003e: The \u003cb\u003eBranta carbon crankset\u003c\/b\u003e (52-36T, 29mm alloy spindle) integrates both a \u003cb\u003epower meter\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eApple Find My anti-theft tracking\u003c\/b\u003e directly into the spindle, giving riders training data and theft deterrence without add-on hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiggest strength\u003c\/b\u003e: Shimano 105 Di2 shifting and an integrated power meter crankset at a more accessible price than pro-level builds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eTradeoff\u003c\/b\u003e: 32C max tire clearance keeps the AD8 road-focused rather than gravel- or all-road-capable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .5in;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes it different\u003c\/b\u003e: Apple Find My anti-theft tracking built into the crankset spindle, uncommon at this spec tier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eWe see the XDS AD8 as a smart option for riders who want Di2 shifting and onboard power data without stepping up to Ultegra or Dura-Ace pricing. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we'd fit this one carefully around its race geometry — it rewards riders already comfortable in an aggressive position.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XDS","offers":[{"title":"Starlight Blue \/ White \/ XS","offer_id":54015870796083,"sku":"9260-00070","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Starlight Blue \/ White \/ S","offer_id":54015886393651,"sku":"9260-00071","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Starlight Blue \/ White \/ M","offer_id":54015830458675,"sku":"9260-00072","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Starlight Blue \/ White \/ L","offer_id":54015910183219,"sku":"9260-00073","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/XDS-AD8-Carbon-105-Di2-Disc-Road-Bike-v2-starlight-blue.jpg?v=1788559278"},{"product_id":"xds-rs7-carbon-shimano-105-di2-road-bike","title":"XDS RS7 Carbon Shimano 105 Di2 Road Bike","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe XDS RS7 Carbon is a performance road bike built around a full \u003cstrong\u003ecarbon frame and fork\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with a \u003cstrong\u003eShimano 105 Di2\u003c\/strong\u003e electronic groupset, aimed at riders who want race-oriented handling without paying race-bike prices. It's positioned as an entry point into performance carbon road riding — either a first “real” bike for an athletic rider moving up from a hybrid or entry-level machine, or an upgrade path for a rider who wants electronic shifting and hydraulic disc brakes without stepping up to a higher groupset tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the RS7 apart in its category is its \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated power meter crankset\u003c\/strong\u003e — built by Branta with 52-36T chainrings and \u003cstrong\u003eApple Find My anti-theft tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e built into the crank, a combination not commonly found at this price point. The bike transmits live power data via ANT+ to compatible head units and fitness apps, with Bluetooth pairing to the X-LAB Bikes app. \u003cstrong\u003e32c tire clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e and a 100x12mm thru-axle fork give it a slightly more forgiving stance than a pure crit bike, while an aero cockpit and aero seatpost keep it visually and functionally road-race oriented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders moving up from an entry-level or aluminum road bike who want \u003cstrong\u003ecarbon frame stiffness\u003c\/strong\u003e and electronic shifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic newcomers to road cycling who want a genuine performance bike as a first purchase, not a fitness hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders who want \u003cstrong\u003eon-bike power data\u003c\/strong\u003e without buying a separate power meter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders chasing the lightest possible build, or who need tire clearance beyond \u003cstrong\u003e32c\u003c\/strong\u003e, should look at a different model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm your shop stocks the \u003cstrong\u003eRS7-specific derailleur hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e — it's not a universal design and is sourced through X-LAB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeigh whether \u003cstrong\u003e52-36T chainrings\u003c\/strong\u003e with an 11-34T cassette suit your terrain; the frame accepts up to 56-43T 2x or a 66T 1x if your needs change\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck computer-mount compatibility — the aero cockpit uses a \u003cstrong\u003estandard 2-bolt under-bar mount\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a basic mount is included with the bike\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from \u003cstrong\u003eToray T800 carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a matching \u003cstrong\u003eToray T-700 carbon fork\u003c\/strong\u003e — grades chosen for a stiffness-to-weight balance suited to a performance road platform, in a build that comes in at \u003cstrong\u003e8.49 kg (18.67 lbs) in size L\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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