{"product_id":"factor-o2-vam-carbon-sram-force-road-bike","title":"Factor O2 Vam Carbon Sram Force Road Bike","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThe Factor O2 VAM Carbon SRAM Force Road Bike with Power Meter is an \u003cb\u003eaero climbing bike\u003c\/b\u003e built for riders taking on sustained climbing and long mountain routes who don't want to give up speed on the flats or descents to get there. The frame is built from \u003cb\u003eTeXtreme, Toray, and Nippon Graphite pitch-based carbon fiber\u003c\/b\u003e, using tube shapes developed to balance stiffness against weight rather than optimize for either alone. It's equipped with \u003cb\u003eSRAM Force AXS E1\u003c\/b\u003e, a 2x12-speed electronic groupset with an integrated power meter, so training and race data come standard rather than as an add-on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eIn wind tunnel testing at effective yaw angles of 0-5 degrees, the O2 VAM trails Factor's dedicated aero platform, the Ostro VAM, by only \u003cb\u003e5 watts\u003c\/b\u003e, and the two bikes share the same handling geometry, so descending stability and high-speed control carry over from Factor's aero-focused design. The rest of the build follows the same logic: \u003cb\u003efully internal cable routing\u003c\/b\u003e for electronic-only shifting, a CeramicSpeed headset and bottom bracket, and a Black Inc integrated barstem and 28|33 wheelset, all chosen to keep weight down without adding unnecessary drag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 6.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eRiders training for or racing mountainous events - gran fondos like the Étape du Tour, stage races, or club rides with sustained climbing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eRiders who want \u003cb\u003eelectronic shifting with an integrated power meter\u003c\/b\u003e built into the groupset rather than purchased separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eRiders who want the benefits of an aero frame on flats and rolling terrain without carrying the extra weight of a dedicated aero bike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eRiders who prioritize outright aero performance above all else may be better served by Factor's own dedicated aero bike, the Ostro VAM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 6.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eFit: the Black Inc integrated barstem is available in \u003cb\u003emultiple stem lengths and bar widths\u003c\/b\u003e, and the seatpost comes in 0mm and 25mm setback - confirm your fit measurements before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eBottom bracket compatibility: the \u003cb\u003eCeramicSpeed T47A aluminium cups\u003c\/b\u003e accept bearings for DUB, 24mm, or Ultra-Torque cranks, which matters if you're keeping an existing crankset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eTire clearance: max clearance is \u003cb\u003e32mm measured\u003c\/b\u003e, narrower than many current road platforms - check it against the tire width you plan to run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 6.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eFrame and fork: the \u003cb\u003eTeXtreme, Toray, and Nippon Graphite pitch-based fiber\u003c\/b\u003e layup, paired with the Factor O2 VAM Aero fork, is what allows the frame to hit a low weight target while still resisting flex under hard climbing efforts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eGroupset: \u003cb\u003eSRAM Force AXS E1\u003c\/b\u003e provides 2x12-speed electronic shifting with a \u003cb\u003e48\/35T crank and 10-33T cassette\u003c\/b\u003e, plus a built-in power meter for immediate training data.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eBraking: \u003cb\u003edisc brakes\u003c\/b\u003e with a max rotor size of \u003cb\u003e160mm front and rear\u003c\/b\u003e and a max chainring of 54T - a rotor size that favors low weight over the extra heat management of larger rotors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eWheels and tires: the \u003cb\u003eBlack Inc 28|33 wheelset\u003c\/b\u003e runs 700c with a 32mm measured max tire clearance, on 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eStandout technology: a \u003cb\u003eCeramicSpeed SLT headset\u003c\/b\u003e (1-1\/8\" and 1-3\/8\" bearings) and CeramicSpeed bottom bracket bearings, combined with fully internal, electronic-specific cable routing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0in 6.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eBiggest strength: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003elow weight paired with aero performance close to Factor's dedicated aero bike - only 5 watts behind the Ostro VAM in wind tunnel testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0in 0in 5.0pt .25in;\"\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\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eTradeoff: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e32mm max measured tire clearance and 160mm max rotor size are on the lower end for a modern road platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -13.0pt; 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