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2023 Rose

BACKROAD FF Force AXS XPLR

A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

€4,999($5,790)
Weight17.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetForce, Force XPLR eTap
Power MeterForce AXS
BrakesSRAM Force Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
BACKROAD FF Force AXS XPLR
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

38 mph

BACKROAD FF Force AXS XPLR

36 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'7"

SM

5'5" – 5'10"

MD

5'8" – 6'0"

MD/LG

5'10" – 6'2"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'3" – 6'7"

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Reviews
Bikerumor
Exclusive First Rides: Rose Backroad FF Gravel Race Bike Expertly Balances Speed & Comfort

Mar 2024 · Cory Benson

All-new aero carbon Rose Backroad FF gravel bike is built for racing, but makes a fast & comfy all-rounder with unique cockpit & wheels, too…

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Gran Fondo Magazine
ROSE BACKROAD FORCE ETAP AXS LIMITED review

Dec 2020 · Benjamin Topf

The ROSE BACKROAD FORCE ETAP AXS Limited adds a dash of disco flavour to our gravel bike group test with it's unique glittery look.

Highs
  • Numerous mounting points

  • Available in lots of different builds

  • Efficient acceleration

  • Confidence-inspiring on compact to moderately rough terrain

Lows
  • Concept isn't entirely consistent

  • Compliance of the seatpost dependent on the extension and setback and it isn't damped enough

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road.cc
Rose Backroad GRX RX810

Aug 2020 · Stu Kerton

Stiff, responsive gravel machine that works well on the road too

Highs
  • Fun and fast ride

  • New internal routing gives a very clean look

  • Reasonable weight

Lows
  • Some lights won't fit the D-shaped seatpost

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

BACKROAD FF, Pistachio M/L

Tire Clearance45c

ColorsPistachio; Rotten Candy; Supersonic Grey

Fork

BACKROAD FF, Pistachio

Saddle

Selle Italia Flite Boost S1 Carbon, black

Seatpost

ROSE

TypeRigid

Pedals

Pedals are not included and must be ordered separately

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Force XPLR AXS D2, black

Crank

SRAM Force 1 AXS Powermeter, 172.5mm, 44 Teeth

Power Meter

SRAM Force 1 AXS Powermeter, 172.5mm, 44 Teeth

Shifters

SRAM Force AXS D2, black

Cassette

SRAM CS XG, 1271 D1, XPLR, 10-44

Chain

SRAM Force, 12-speed 116 links

Chain Guide

Wolf Tooth LoneWolf, black Low Sweep 40-46T

Brakes

SRAM Force AXS D2, black

TypeSRAM Force Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

ROSE GC50, 28"

Tires

Schwalbe G-One RS Evo, black 40-622

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