Even as far back as the launch of the original 11-speed Red eTap, riders have been begging SRAM to release a version of Force eTap this allowing more riders the ability to enjoy its wireless, electronic shirting. Well SRAM listened and hot on the heels of its Red eTap AXS release comes the all-new Force eTap AXS 2x HRD Groupset. It offers the same easy install and setup and excellent shift logic of the original eTap with all of the advancements of the new Red AXS, including a larger gear range with smoother progressions and its AXS app for updating the firmware, reprogramming shift buttons and setting up compensating and sequential shifting, as well as tracking mileage and ride time for staying on top of maintenance schedules. Add to that the Orbit rear derailleur technology offering excellent chain management and quietness for 'cross and gravel riders and the stellar disc brake performance from the HRD platform, and you have a group that's a serious contender to Shimano's Ultegra Di2. The use of slightly less exotic materials and construction methods, such as a pinned versus a fully CNC'd cassette, adds a little bit to the group's weight, however, thanks to the use of the same electronics as Red, its performance on the road is nearly indistinguishable. This group includes right and left Force eTap AXS HRD brake/shifters with flat mount calipers, front and rear Force eTap AXS derailleurs with batteries, a battery charger, 2 Centerline XR 6-bolt 160mm rotors, and a charging cord. As we mentioned above, one new feature that's really exciting with the Force group is its AXS integration. Once you connect the group to the AXS app via Bluetooth on your smartphone or tablet, you can easily personalize the groupset including button customization, numbers of up or downshifts when the buttons are held down, as well as sequential and compensating shifting. Sequential shifting reduces redundant gear ratios and maintains a better chainline by automatically shifting the front ...