{"product_id":"factor-elara-carbon-sram-force-xplr-gravel-bike-with-black-inc-64-wheelset","title":"Factor Elara Carbon Sram Force XPLR Gravel Bike with Black Inc Sixty Four Wheelset","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Factor Elara is a full carbon gravel race bike built for the fastest end of competitive gravel: the UCI Gravel World Series, the Gravel Earth Series, and World Championship-level racing. This build pairs the frame with a \u003cstrong\u003eSRAM Force XPLR 13-speed\u003c\/strong\u003e groupset, including an integrated power meter, and a \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Inc SIXTY FOUR\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon wheelset. The frame holds up to \u003cstrong\u003e57mm tire clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1x configuration at true race geometry, which Factor identifies as an industry first; running a 2x drivetrain reduces rear clearance to 47mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFactor engineered the Elara's geometry, stiffness, and tire capacity as one system rather than as separate targets. In size medium, a 71.5° head tube angle, 73.0° seat tube angle, and 80mm bottom bracket drop produce quick, stable handling without sacrificing an aggressive race position, and CFD modeling plus wind tunnel testing show a \u003cstrong\u003e5–8% lower drag coefficient\u003c\/strong\u003e than Factor's own OSTRO Gravel when both are fitted with 47mm tires. Construction centers on a \u003cstrong\u003eT47A threaded bottom bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 12x142mm thru-axle with UDH compatibility, and a raw frame weight target under 1,100g, built for riders chasing road-race speed over unpredictable ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitive gravel racers targeting UCI Gravel World Series, Gravel Earth Series, or comparable high-speed events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders who want 1x drivetrain simplicity without giving up tire clearance up to 57mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders who want an aggressive, race-oriented fit rather than an all-day touring position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-day bikepackers should look at Factor's Sarana (built for endurance) or Aluto (built for mixed-terrain versatility) instead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrivetrain choice affects clearance: 1x holds the full \u003cstrong\u003e57mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, 2x drops rear clearance to \u003cstrong\u003e47mm\u003c\/strong\u003e — settle this before ordering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTire width matters for the aero numbers: the wind tunnel data is based on \u003cstrong\u003e45–50mm tires\u003c\/strong\u003e, matched to the wheelset's 30mm internal rim width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuture drivetrain flexibility: the Black Inc SIXTY FOUR wheelset supports Shimano HG 11\/12-speed, SRAM XDR 12\/13-speed, Campagnolo N3W 9-13-speed, and Shimano Micro Spline 12-speed cassettes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame and fork:\u003c\/strong\u003e The full carbon frame and fork are both designed and engineered by Factor, with fiber schedules tuned separately at the bottom bracket junction, downtube, and fork crown for torsional stiffness and impact control. The fork uses a 1½\"–1½\" tapered steerer with a 12x100mm thru-axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroupset and shifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM Force XPLR 13-speed handles shifting with a \u003cstrong\u003e44T chainring\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e10-46T cassette\u003c\/strong\u003e, and includes an integrated power meter for tracking output during training and racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraking:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160mm rotors on a flat mount, Center Lock disc interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheels and tires:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Black Inc SIXTY FOUR wheelset brings a \u003cstrong\u003e64mm rim depth\u003c\/strong\u003e, 30mm internal \/ 40.25mm external width, and ceramic bearings, at \u003cstrong\u003e1,620g total\u003c\/strong\u003e (720g front, 900g rear). It's tubeless and clincher compatible and rated Category 2 for off-road riding and jumps under 12 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandout details:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Factor aero-profile carbon seatpost with an integrated clamp is available in 0mm and 20mm offset, and the wheelset ships with tubeless valves, tape, Presta valve extensions, and a valve core removal tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiggest strengths: full 57mm tire clearance in 1x, a wind-tunnel-validated aero advantage over Factor's own OSTRO Gravel, and a race-specific power meter groupset out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradeoffs: switching to a 2x drivetrain cuts rear tire clearance to 47mm, and the geometry is built for racing rather than loaded touring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat makes it different: it's purpose-built as Factor's race-speed model, alongside the Aluto (race balance) and Sarana (race endurance), rather than trying to cover every kind of gravel riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe see the Elara as a bike for riders who already know they're racing gravel, not exploring whether they want to — the 57mm 1x clearance and aero data solve a real problem for that rider. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we'd talk through drivetrain and tire width with you before you order, since both decisions change the numbers this bike is built around.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Factor","offers":[{"title":"Matte Carbon Black \/ 52","offer_id":53967700885811,"sku":"BKECBPGELA01MFGB-52BLACK","price":10699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Carbon Black \/ 54","offer_id":53967700918579,"sku":"BKECBPGELA01MFGB-54BLACK","price":10699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Carbon Black \/ 56","offer_id":53967700951347,"sku":"BKECBPGELA01MFGB-56BLACK","price":10699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte Carbon Black \/ 58","offer_id":53967700984115,"sku":"BKECBPGELA01MFGB-58BLACK","price":10699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Virescent Blue \/ 52","offer_id":53967701016883,"sku":"BKECBPGELA01MFGB-52BLUE","price":10699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Virescent Blue \/ 54","offer_id":53967701049651,"sku":"BKECBPGELA01MFGB-54BLUE","price":10699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/factor-elara-carbon-sram-force-gravel-bike-carbon-black-black-inc-64-2.jpg?v=1788211627","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/factor-elara-carbon-sram-force-xplr-gravel-bike-with-black-inc-64-wheelset","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}