{"product_id":"parlee-taos-tier-3-carbon-sram-force-xplr-axs-gravel-bike","title":"Parlee Taos Tier Three Carbon SRAM Force XPLR AXS Gravel Bike","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eThe Parlee Taos Tier Three is a race-ready gravel bike built around a \u003cb\u003eone-piece UD carbon monocoque frame and fork\u003c\/b\u003e, designed for washboard, loose descents, and technical singletrack rather than smooth gravel roads alone. Parlee's human-centric carbon lay-up filters out high-frequency vibration, which matters on a \u003cb\u003e100-mile day\u003c\/b\u003e when fatigue compounds. This Tier Three build pairs that chassis with SRAM's \u003cb\u003eForce XPLR AXS electronic groupset\u003c\/b\u003e, a 40T chainring and 10-46T cassette, and a ZIPP 303 XPLR S \/ Goodyear XPLR Inter 45mm wheel-and-tire package — a spec for riders covering mixed terrain without needing a second bike for the rough sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15.0pt;\"\u003eGeometry carries as much of the story as the components. A \u003cb\u003e430mm chainstay, ~68.75–69.75° head-tube angle\u003c\/b\u003e, long front-center, and low bottom bracket put the Taos in confident-descender territory, while a \u003cb\u003efork flip-chip (45\/51mm axle-to-crown)\u003c\/b\u003e lets a rider adjust handling for a given course or tire choice. Tire clearance extends to 50mm, well beyond the 45mm Goodyear tires it ships with, leaving room to size up for rougher routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 5.0pt 0in 5.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eRiders doing long, rough gravel days (50–100+ miles) who want a frame tuned for descending and singletrack, not just fire roads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eRiders who want electronic shifting and a wide-range 13-speed cassette (10–46T) for mixed climbing and fast-rolling terrain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eRiders running 45–50mm tires who want frame clearance to match\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eNot the ideal fit for riders whose gravel riding is mostly smooth, non-technical roads, where a lighter, road-biased frame may suit better\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0in 5.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eFork flip-chip setting (45mm vs. 51mm axle-to-crown) changes handling — pick based on terrain and tire size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eCrank length runs 165–175mm on a T47 bottom bracket (optional CeramicSpeed upgrade) — confirm fit before ordering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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]--\u003eSeatpost offset differs by spec (Parlee carbon, 25mm offset, vs. FSA SL-K, 0mm) — match it to your current saddle position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0in 5.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt;\"\u003eThe frame and fork are molded as \u003cb\u003eone-piece UD carbon monocoques\u003c\/b\u003e, with a 142mm rear thru-axle, UDH compatibility, and a 100mm thru-axle fork with hidden cabling. The fork's flip-chip changes axle-to-crown height between 45mm and 51mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt;\"\u003eShifting comes from \u003cb\u003eSRAM's Force XPLR AXS electronic groupset\u003c\/b\u003e: a 13-speed rear derailleur, 10–46T cassette, and 40T chainring on a Flattop chain, covering gravel's steep pinches and flat sections without a front derailleur — a braze-on mount and blanking panel are included if a rider wants to add one. Braking is \u003cb\u003eSRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc\u003c\/b\u003e, with the fork rated for 160mm or 180mm rotors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt;\"\u003eThe wheelset is \u003cb\u003eZIPP's 303 XPLR S\u003c\/b\u003e, a hookless carbon rim on center-lock hubs, paired with \u003cb\u003e45mm Goodyear XPLR Inter tubeless tires\u003c\/b\u003e that ship with sealant already installed — lower rotating weight and lower pressure without pinch-flat risk on rough or loose surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 7.5pt;\"\u003eThe FSA K-Wing AGX bar and SMR-II stem support integrated or semi-integrated routing, keeping cables off the frame's exterior. Headset bearings are Enduro stainless as standard, with a \u003cb\u003eCeramicSpeed upgrade path\u003c\/b\u003e available for both headset and bottom bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0in 5.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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\u003eBiggest strengths: \u003c\/b\u003eDescending-oriented geometry, electronic shifting with wide-range gravel gearing, and tire clearance that outpaces the stock 45mm setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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\u003eTradeoffs: \u003c\/b\u003eShips as a 1x-only build; riders wanting a 2x setup will need to add a front derailleur separately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\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\u003eWhat makes it different: \u003c\/b\u003eA one-piece monocoque frame\/fork and an adjustable fork flip-chip give this a level of geometry tuning most gravel frames at this tier don't offer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0in 5.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe'd point riders toward the Taos when their gravel routes get rough — washboard, loose descents, occasional singletrack — rather than when they're mostly on smooth double-track. At \u003cb\u003eVictory Bicycle Studio\u003c\/b\u003e, we'll fit the cockpit and fork setting to the terrain you actually ride before it leaves the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parlee","offers":[{"title":"Drift Blue \/ Satin Black \/ XXS","offer_id":53697626112307,"sku":"CBT5013","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Drift Blue \/ Satin Black \/ XS","offer_id":53697626145075,"sku":"CBT5014","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Drift Blue \/ Satin Black \/ S","offer_id":53697626177843,"sku":"CBT5015","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Drift Blue \/ Satin Black \/ M","offer_id":53697626210611,"sku":"CBT5016","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Drift Blue \/ Satin Black \/ L","offer_id":53697626243379,"sku":"CBT5017","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Drift Blue \/ Satin Black \/ XL","offer_id":53697626276147,"sku":"CBT5013","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Olive \/ Satin Black \/ XXS","offer_id":53697626308915,"sku":"CBT4013","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Olive \/ Satin Black \/ XS","offer_id":53697626341683,"sku":"CBT4014","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Olive \/ Satin Black \/ S","offer_id":53697626374451,"sku":"CBT4015","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Olive \/ Satin Black \/ M","offer_id":53697626407219,"sku":"CBT4016","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Olive \/ Satin Black \/ L","offer_id":53697626439987,"sku":"CBT4017","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Olive \/ Satin Black \/ XL","offer_id":53697626472755,"sku":"CBT4018","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/parlee-taos-carbon-sram-force-xplr-gravel-bike-drift-blue-1.jpg?v=1784731085","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/parlee-taos-tier-3-carbon-sram-force-xplr-axs-gravel-bike","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}