About The Parlee Taos Tier One Carbon SRAM Red XPLR AXS Gravel Bike
The Parlee Taos Tier One pairs a one-piece, UD carbon monocoque frame and fork with a full SRAM RED XPLR AXS build, aimed at riders who spend long days on rough washboard, loose descents, and technical singletrack. The groupset runs a 13-speed rear derailleur, a 42T chainring with a 10–46T cassette, and an integrated power meter in the crankset. A ZIPP 303 XPLR SW wheelset and Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm tubeless tires complete the build, keeping weight low while matching the frame's gravel-race intent.
Geometry sets the Taos apart. A long front-center, low bottom bracket, and head-tube angles between 68.75° and 69.75° combine with a 430mm chainstay for handling the manufacturer describes as stable at speed and confident on descents, while staying responsive through tighter corners. The fork's Flip-Chip adjusts front axle position between 45mm and 51mm, and clearance for tires up to 50mm — beyond the stock 45mm tires — lets the Taos move between hardpack, forest service roads, canyon descents, and singletrack on the same frame.
Who It's For
• Riders wanting a lightweight, race-ready carbon gravel bike built for long rides on mixed and technical terrain
• Riders tackling rough, loose, or technical terrain who want a stable, confidence-inspiring platform on descents
• Riders who want top-tier SRAM RED XPLR AXS wireless shifting with an integrated power meter
• Riders comfortable with a 1x drivetrain by default — a front derailleur can be added later via the frame's braze-on mount
What to Look For
• Fit and geometry: the long front-center, low bottom bracket, and slack (68.75–69.75°) head angle make sizing more consequential here than on a relaxed-geometry gravel bike
• Component tier: this Tier One build includes SRAM RED XPLR AXS and ZIPP 303 XPLR SW wheels, with optional CeramicSpeed bottom bracket and headset upgrades
• Tire size for your terrain: stock tires are 45mm; frame clearance goes up to 50mm for more volume
Key Features
Frame and fork: One-piece UD carbon monocoque construction runs through the frame and fork, with a 142mm thru-axle rear, 100mm thru-axle front, UDH-compatible hanger, and hidden cabling. The fork's Flip-Chip adjusts front axle position, and the frame is compatible with 160/180mm rotors.
Drivetrain: The SRAM RED XPLR AXS groupset is wireless and electronic, with a 13-speed rear derailleur, 42T chainring, and 10–46T cassette. The crankset's built-in power meter provides real-time data, and a braze-on mount with a removable blanking panel allows a front derailleur to be added later.
Braking: SRAM RED AXS hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, using the same wireless system as the shift levers.
Wheels and tires: ZIPP 303 XPLR SW hookless carbon wheels with center-lock ZR1 disc hubs are paired with Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm tubeless tires, shipped with sealant already installed for setup.
Fit and finish: An FSA K-Force AGX carbon handlebar and FSA SMR-II stem support integrated routing. The frame takes a Parlee carbon seatpost (25mm offset) or FSA SL-K carbon post (0mm offset), an Ergon SR Allroad Pro saddle with carbon rails, and an integrated IS52 headset with Enduro stainless bearings (CeramicSpeed optional).
Rider Intent Summary
• Biggest strengths: SRAM RED XPLR AXS wireless groupset with an integrated power meter, paired with ZIPP 303 XPLR SW wheels and Goodyear XPLR Inter tires
• Tradeoffs: ships 1x by default (front derailleur is an add-on), and the race-tuned geometry favors speed and descending confidence over upright, all-day comfort
• What makes it different: a Flip-Chip adjustable fork and clearance up to 50mm let one frame handle hardpack, rough gravel, and singletrack
Victory's Take
We'd put the Taos Tier One against any gravel race bike at this level — SRAM RED XPLR AXS with a built-in power meter and ZIPP wheels is a serious spec. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we'd still want you on our fit bike first, since this geometry rewards a proper fit.
What you get

Parlee Taos Tier One Carbon SRAM Red XPLR AXS Gravel Bike
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the bike packaged and how long does delivery take?
All bikes are securely packaged to ensure that damage doesn't occur during shipping. All parts of the bike are padded and if needed, zip tied to minimize or eliminate movement inside the box. Once a bike is handed to the shipping company (usually Fedex or UPS), depending on your location, delivery will range from 1 day to 8 days. If you do choose the option for Professional Assembly or White Glove Delivery, this can add anywhere from 2 days to 5 days to the lead time.
Can I finance the purchase of my new bike?
Yes. Simply select the Shop Pay Installments option which will allow you to buy now and pay later. Shop Pay Installments is powered by Affirm. If you would like to determine your spending limit, simply download the Shop app or the Affirm app on your smartphone and after you create an account on one of these apps, the app will let you know what is your spending limit.
Can I return the bike if it doesn't suit my needs?
Our return process is as follows. The customer is responsible for the return label ($150). Once the returned bike arrives at our warehouse, our team will inspect it and make sure it is in new condition and undamaged. Once we verify, we will process the return and issue a refund to the original payment method on file. To clarify the amount refunded, it would just be the amount of the bike (and tax if applicable) less the $150 shipping label that we provided, but the original shipping is not refunded. So if the original bike cost $4,500 and shipping was $150 (so you paid $4,650), you would be refunded $4,350 (the $4,500 less $150 for the return label) assuming the bike was returned in new and un-used condition and within the 30 day return period.
What does the warranty of my new bike or product cover and what is the warranty period?
Depending on the bike or any product, different companies have different warranty policies. If you do ever have an issue with your bike or any product, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will assist with any warranty issues and clarify the warranty for the affected product.
Can I have my bike serviced at any bike shop?
Typically, to avoid any issues with your warranty, you should bring your bike to a certified mechanic or bike store for that bike (i.e. if you have a Trek bicycle, you should bring the bike to be serviced to a local bike store that is an authorized Trek dealer). If you need assistance, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we can direct you to a certified dealer of your bike.
Do you ship bikes internationally?
We unfortunately do not ship bikes outside of the 48 contiguous states of the United States. We do recommend for international customers to open (or use a current account) account with a freight forwarding company. If you use a freight forwarding company located in the U.S., make sure to put your billing address for a dedicated credit card as the same address as the freight forwarder so that you don't have any credit card or payment method issues).
Once you do this, simply place an order with us and we can ship to the U.S. address as long as the credit card doesn't get rejected. Once the freight forwarder has the box/order/shipment, you would instruct them to then ship to you in your home country and they would charge you their own shipping charge to ship to your international address.
Do you offer free shipping?
We do offer free shipping on non-bike orders over $100. We do not offer free shipping for bicycles unless it is a one time promotion. Generally, bike shipping will cost $150 and that covers just the shipping of the bike with no assembly. If you were to bring that bike to your local mechanic or bike store, you would pay them their assembly fee. If you choose our Professional Assembly option for $200, our service technicians would assemble the bike before shipping and then re-pack the bike safely for transit. When you receive the bike you would attach the front wheel, attach the seatpost/saddle, and raise the handlebars and clamp them. Those three items do have to be detached to minimize or eliminate the chance of damage in transit.
How much does shipping cost?
For orders of parts, accessories, apparel, etc. on orders under $100, shipping is a flat rate of $9.99. Regular bike shipping without assembly is $150, bike shipping with Professional Assembly is an additional $200 (so $350 in total which includes the $150 of regular shipping). Our White Glove Delivery option is $699 and that will cover the assembly of the bike and our White Glove Delivery partner delivering your dream bike to your front door, ready to ride!
How can I track my order?
When you place your online order, you will receive an instantaneous email update with your order number and order details, and shortly after, you will receive a follow up order email with the tracking number for your order. If you still need assistance with your order, feel free to email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will respond asap.
What happens if my package arrives damaged?
If your package arrives damaged, email online@victorybicyclestudio.com with pictures of all angles of the box and pictures of the damaged product and we will work with you to either send a new replacement asap and coordinate return (or re-imburse you for labor or costs incurred to fix the issue at your local bike store).
Are pedals included with the bike?
If you do not see pedals in the bullet point product specs on the product page, the bike does not come equipped with pedals. Many manufacturers do not spec bikes with pedals, so they are often purchased separately.
If I only pay the $150 for bike shipping, can I assemble the bike on my own?
Victory Bicycle Studio highly recommends that you bring your bike to your local certified bike store for the brand of the bike that you purchased. If you do attempt to assemble the bike and damage occurs, this may result in your warranty not being honored. For that reason, we do highly recommend to select our Professional Assembly option for $299.