Verticale SLR SRAM FORCE D2 AXS 12S

In a road context, the speed rating is about holding pace with less effort once you're up to speed. Against more utility-focused bikes, 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. So overall, it lands in the middle: capable pace, but not optimized for outright speed.

Overall on climbs: 2.7/10. Within Road bikes, it ranks below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is moderate. Your easiest gear lands around 28.6 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~43% versus similar bikes. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. A good middle-ground if you want mixed routes that include some hills. Real-world feel depends on setup and size, and some details aren’t always listed, so this is best seen as a well-informed estimate.

Looking at it as a race-focused setup, that 7.4/10 aero rating suggests that it keeps decent wind efficiency without becoming a specialist so you get some benefit when the wind matters. Put simply, it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. A lower, longer stance usually helps you ride more efficiently in the wind once speed picks up. Tyres around 28mm fit a faster road setup and usually keep drag in check. Specs can vary by market and model year, so the summary follows the strongest published signals. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. This is mainly because handlebar height is roughly 112 mm lower than the saddle (large drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 569 mm (long). Plan for roughly 41 degrees of lean.

In Road, Why this fit flexibility rating: Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward; Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability. Net result: Adjustable.

Comfort comes out to 3.0/10, which usually translates to a quite direct ride. So it’s tagged Firm overall. 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 ~41°), which tends to feel more direct, especially over rougher sections.

This looks like a high asking price for the build level. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 100% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 14% of them. To anchor it: price €10.396 versus an estimated €5.202 for a similar build. Put simply: it’s priced more like a premium pick than a value buy.

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. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.