{"product_id":"factor-sarana-with-suspension-carbon-sram-force-xplr-w-pm-gravel-bike","title":"Factor Sarana With Suspension Carbon Sram Force XPLR W\/ PM Gravel Bike","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Factor SARANA With Suspension Carbon SRAM FORCE XPLR is an \u003cstrong\u003eultra-distance gravel race bike\u003c\/strong\u003e built for self-supported events that run for days rather than hours. Factor developed it directly with \u003cstrong\u003e2025 Unbound XL champion Rob Britton\u003c\/strong\u003e, testing prototypes across the rough, variable terrain of British Columbia to find a geometry that holds its composure when a rider is running on fatigue rather than fresh legs. The frame pairs a Toray, Nippon Graphite pan-based carbon layup with a \u003cstrong\u003eFactor SARANA carbon front suspension fork\u003c\/strong\u003e, a feature that separates it from most drop-bar gravel platforms, which rely on tire volume and frame flex alone to manage rough surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SARANA's signature engineering is a \u003cstrong\u003eleaf-spring seat-stay system\u003c\/strong\u003e: dropped stays and an offset seat tube generate in-plane flex to absorb vibration without giving up lateral stiffness under power. That same seat tube offset lets Factor hold \u003cstrong\u003e425mm chainstays across every frame size\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the rear end tight and handling responsive despite generous tire clearance. Built around \u003cstrong\u003eSRAM FORCE XPLR 13-Speed electronic shifting with an integrated power meter\u003c\/strong\u003e and rolling on Black Inc 46 wheels, this is a complete system engineered for self-supported racing, not a general gravel bike adapted for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders training for or racing \u003cstrong\u003eultra-distance, self-supported gravel events\u003c\/strong\u003e measured in days, not hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders who want \u003cstrong\u003efront suspension\u003c\/strong\u003e to manage rough, technical terrain without moving to a mountain bike\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders who want \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic shifting and a built-in power meter\u003c\/strong\u003e for structured pacing over long efforts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot the right fit for someone who wants a lightweight day-race gravel bike or rides mostly smooth terrain — the SARANA is built specifically around endurance and self-sufficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit and cockpit\u003c\/strong\u003e: the Black Inc integrated barstem (75mm reach, 116mm drop) comes in multiple stem lengths and bar widths — a professional fit is worth doing given how specific this geometry is to sustained-fatigue riding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTire and terrain\u003c\/strong\u003e: max tire clearance is \u003cstrong\u003e57mm measured\u003c\/strong\u003e, so tire choice should match the roughness and distance of the events you're targeting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: the CeramicSpeed T47A WIDE bottom bracket supports both DUB and 24mm cranks, and the FSA SL-K SB0 seatpost accepts a 30.9mm dropper if technical descents are part of your riding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eframe and fork\u003c\/strong\u003e combine a Toray Nippon Graphite carbon frame with Factor's own carbon front suspension fork, giving the SARANA a way to absorb rough terrain that most gravel bikes don't have. The \u003cstrong\u003eleaf-spring seat-stay design\u003c\/strong\u003e adds rear-end compliance without softening power transfer, which matters over the hundreds of miles an ultra race covers. \u003cstrong\u003eSRAM FORCE XPLR electronic shifting with a power meter\u003c\/strong\u003e provides wireless, gravel-specific gearing (up to a 52-tooth max chainring) along with the data riders need to pace multi-day efforts. \u003cstrong\u003eDisc brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e with up to 160mm rotors front and rear give consistent stopping power across mixed surfaces, and the \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Inc 46 wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e on 700c is built to handle the demands of long-distance gravel racing. Included \u003cstrong\u003edowntube, top tube, and frame storage bags\u003c\/strong\u003e reflect the bike's self-supported intent, letting riders carry tools, food, and gear without an aftermarket bikepacking setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strengths\u003c\/strong\u003e: front suspension plus leaf-spring stay compliance for rough terrain, paired with a complete race-day system — power meter, integrated storage, and tight 425mm chainstays across all sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs\u003c\/strong\u003e: purpose-built for ultra-distance, self-supported racing over rugged terrain, which is more bike than needed for casual or short-course gravel riding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different\u003c\/strong\u003e: developed and tested directly with an Unbound XL champion for multi-day, self-supported events, rather than adapted from a general-purpose gravel platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Victory Bicycle Studio, we think the SARANA earns its place for riders who take ultra-distance gravel racing seriously — the front suspension and leaf-spring stay design address a real problem for riders logging back-to-back days on rough terrain. Given how specific this platform is to sustained, fatigued riding, we'd strongly recommend a full bike fit before you commit to a build.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Factor","offers":[{"title":"Cyan Blue \/ 49","offer_id":54077664166195,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-CYAN49","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cyan Blue \/ 52","offer_id":54077664198963,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-CYAN52","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cyan Blue \/ 56","offer_id":54077664264499,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-CYAN56","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prismatic Gold \/ 49","offer_id":54077664330035,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-GOLD-49","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prismatic Gold \/ 52","offer_id":54077664362803,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-GOLD-52","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prismatic Gold \/ 54","offer_id":54077664395571,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-GOLD-54","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prismatic Gold \/ 56","offer_id":54077664428339,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-GOLD-56","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prismatic Gold \/ 58","offer_id":54077664461107,"sku":"BKECBPXSRS01MFGB-GOLD-58","price":9299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/factor-sarana-carbon-sram-force-front-suspension-gravel-bike-black-inc-46-cyan-blue-1.jpg?v=1789398805","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/factor-sarana-with-suspension-carbon-sram-force-xplr-w-pm-gravel-bike","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}