Filante SL SRAM FORCE AXS D2 2X12S

This road speed rating is tuned for paved riding - think steady fast tempo and easier acceleration. Relative to performance-oriented builds, this build is shaped by all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. Put simply, it aims for an all-round feel more than maximum speed.

On steep roads, it comes in at 2.7/10. Within Road bikes, this comes out below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is moderate. Your easiest gear lands around 28.6 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~43% for low-gear climbing. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. It can climb, but you’ll likely prefer smoother pacing on longer hills. Specs can vary by size and build, and some manufacturer details aren’t always published, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.

On the race-focused side of things, at 7.6/10 for aerodynamics, it’s shaped to hold speed once you’re moving quickly where wind resistance dominates. What that means on the road is: it’s built with speed in mind, with choices that reduce wind drag once you’re riding faster. This setup supports a more race-leaning posture, helping you present less of your body to the wind. Tyres around 28mm fit a faster road setup and usually keep drag in check. A more integrated front end usually reduces minor drag points around the cockpit. In real riding, it tends to reward holding speed: the faster you go, the more the aero design helps.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. You get this posture because you get a large drop: roughly 116 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 569 mm of stretch forward (long). You'll likely be near 42 degrees of lean.

In Road, Fit adjustability is shaped by a few key choices: This front-end is not locked into a one-piece system, which helps adjustability. Another point: Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability. Overall, it falls into Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Comfort comes out to 3.0/10, which usually translates to a firm ride. That’s why it’s labeled Firm. It’s running about 28 mm tires on 700c wheels, and you feel more of the road texture with narrow tires on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is race-leaning (posture 7/10, torso ~42°), which puts more weight forward, so you notice more feedback through the hands and saddle.

You’re paying a big premium here versus similar builds. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 58% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 31% of listings). To anchor it: price €7.351 versus an estimated €4.664 for a similar build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This setup is focused on speed and efficiency on paved roads. The tire size is around 28 mm, which is typical for fast road setups. The wheel setup (700c) supports that direction.