Shifts are slower and softer with the SRAM X5 shifter than on top SRAM shifters because the triggers are plastic and there’s no instant release mechanism. It’s more positive – or ‘agricultural’ – than ...

This double crankset has been made for SRAM’s new 2x10 X5 drivetrain, which will be making its presence felt on mid-range bikes soon, but you can opt to run a nine-speed chain on it too. As with most ...