About The Parlee Taos Tier Two Carbon Shimano GRX-825 Di2 Gravel Bike

The Parlee Taos Tier Two is a race-capable gravel bike built around a one-piece UD carbon monocoque frame and fork, designed for rough washboard, loose descents, and technical singletrack rather than smooth gravel roads. It runs a long front-center, low bottom bracket, and tire clearance up to 50mm, and pairs a Shimano GRX-825 Di2 electronic groupset with ZIPP 303 XPLR S carbon wheels and Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm tubeless-ready tires.

The frame's 430mm chainstays and head-tube angle in the ~68.75–69.75° range put it toward the stable, confidence-inspiring end of the gravel spectrum, and the fork's Flip-Chip adjusts front axle position between 45mm and 51mm, letting a rider tune handling for their terrain without changing frames. Drivetrain-wise, the 48/31T crankset and 11-36T cassette give a wide gear window for loaded, technical riding rather than a narrow-range race setup.

Who It's For

        Gravel riders who spend most of their time on rough terrain — washboard, loose descents, singletrack — rather than smooth, hard-packed gravel roads

        Riders who want electronic shifting (Di2) and are comfortable with a 2x12 drivetrain and the wider gear range it provides over a 1x setup

        Riders planning long days in the saddle — the carbon lay-up is built to reduce high-frequency vibration over 100-mile rides

        Riders who want the option to convert to 1x later: the frame's front derailleur mount is removable and includes a blanking panel

What to Look For

        Bottom bracket and headset both ship standard (T47 internal / Enduro stainless bearings) with optional CeramicSpeed upgrades — decide up front if that upgrade matters to you

        Crankset length is available in 165, 170, 172.5, and 175mm — confirm the right length for your fit before ordering

        The fork's Flip-Chip (45mm/51mm) changes front-end handling — consider which setting suits your primary terrain, since it affects the ride from the start

Key Features

Frame and fork: One-piece UD carbon monocoque construction with a 142mm rear thru-axle, UDH-compatible hanger, and flat-mount disc. The full-carbon fork adds a 100mm thru-axle, hidden cabling, an integrated crown race, and compatibility with 160mm or 180mm rotors — details that matter for a bike meant to handle rough, technical terrain without flex or brake noise.

Drivetrain and shifting: The Shimano GRX-825 Di2 groupset pairs a 48/31T Hollowtech II crankset with an 11-36T, 12-speed cassette, giving a wide range for climbing on loaded gravel routes. The chain is shared with Shimano's Deore XT/Ultegra/GRX line (CN-M8100). The front derailleur is a removable braze-on unit, so the frame can run 1x with the included blanking panel if a rider prefers to simplify later.

Braking: Shimano GRX-825 Di2 hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, controlled through the same Di2 shift levers — consistent, low-maintenance stopping power matched to the electronic shifting.

Wheels and tires: ZIPP 303 XPLR S hookless carbon wheels with center-lock disc mounts, paired with Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm tubeless-ready tires that ship with sealant already installed — ready to ride tubeless out of the box.

Cockpit: An FSA K-Wing AGX carbon bar (31.8mm) and FSA SMR-II stem support integrated cable routing, with an Ergon SR Allroad Pro saddle on carbon rails and a choice of Parlee carbon seatpost (25mm offset) or FSA SL-K (0mm offset), both 31.6mm.

Rider Intent Summary

        Biggest strength: a wide-range 2x12 Di2 drivetrain (48/31T / 11-36T) matched with 45mm tubeless tires for stable, confident handling on rough terrain

        Tradeoff: a 2x electronic drivetrain adds weight and mechanical complexity versus a 1x setup, though the frame is UDH-compatible and can be converted using the included blanking panel

        What makes it different: an adjustable fork Flip-Chip (45mm/51mm) lets riders tune front-end handling for their terrain without swapping frames

Victory's Take

We like the Taos for riders who want one gravel bike that can handle everything from fire roads to technical singletrack without feeling twitchy — the Flip-Chip fork and wide GRX-825 gearing give real room to dial in fit and terrain. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we'd start any Taos build with a proper bike fit given the frame's long front-center geometry.

What you get

  • Frame - One-piece, UD carbon monocoque frame and fork
  • Fork - Full carbon, front axle Flip-Chip 45/51mm
  • Component Groupset - Shimano GRX-825 Di2, 12-speed
  • Wheels - Zipp 303 XPLR S carbon wheelset
Parlee Taos Tier Two Carbon Shimano GRX-825 Di2 Gravel Bike

Parlee

Parlee Taos Tier Two Carbon Shimano GRX-825 Di2 Gravel Bike

Regular price $9,990.00 USD
Sale price $9,990.00 USD Regular price

Specifications

Frameset
Frame

One-piece, UD (uni-directional) carbon monocoque frame and fork

- 142mm thru-axle

- UDH compatible

- Flat mount disc

Fork

Full carbon, front axle Flip-Chip 45/51mm

- Integrated crown race

- Hidden cabling

- 100mm thru-axle

- 160/180 rotor compatible

Wheels
Wheelset

Zipp 303 XPLR S Carbon, TLR, Centerlock, 12x100, 12x142

Tires

Goodyear XPLR Inter 700x45mm, tubeless ready (comes stock with sealant for set up)

Drivetrain and Brakes
Rear Derailleur

Shimano GRX-825 Di2, 12-speed, 36T max cog

Front Derailleur

Shimano GRX-825, FD-RX825, Braze-on, removable, includes 1x blanking panelbraze-on

Crankset

Shimano GRX FC-RX820-2

- 2 x 12-speed

- Hollowtech II

- 48/31T

- Available in 165, 170, 172.5, 175mm lengths

Cassette

Shimano 105/GRX CS-HG710, 11-36T, 12-speed

Brakes

Shimano GRX-825 Di2, hydraulic disc

Cockpit
Handlebars

FSA K-Wing AGX carbon bar

- 31.8mm diameter

- Integrated routing compatible

- 76mm reach

Stem

FSA SMR-II, integrated and semi-integrated routing compatible

Saddle

Ergon SR Allroad Pro, carbon rails

**Specifications subject to change without notice

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.