I love SRAM's XPLR AXS groups but there's a problem on short chainstay bikes

Pikes Peak Apex Gravel was a spectacular place to test the new Ventume GS1 with the new SRAM Rival XPLR ARS. With more than 11,000ft of climbing at elevation over 135 miles, it was a challenging and beautiful course. Both the bike and the group are generally great - but the new XPLR derailleur design on 420mm chainstays proved to have a clearance issue when descending with my cranks horizontal and my right foot back… 13spd SRAM Force & Rival XPLR AXS tested & explained https://youtu.be/TTNJI_biYGc 13spd SRAM Red XPLR AXS: in-depth review & full details https://youtu.be/EMFFHlpxiiU Pikes Peak Apex Gravel: https://www.coloradospringssports.org/events/pikes-peak-apex/apex-gravel/ -- Want to see what I'm testing and where? Follow me on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/ben-delaney on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_delaney -- The Ride is supported in 2025 by: Castelli clothing: https://www.castelli-cycling.com/US/en/ HOVERAir self-flying cameras: https://amzn.to/3ZCzb9V Perc coffee: https://tinyurl.com/fjr7nurr (save 15% with code 'ride15') Saris racks: https://saris.com/collections/racks# (save 15% with code 'ben15') Silca maintenance: https://silca.cc/ (save 10% with code 'theridewithbenjune2025') BikeTiresDirect: https://tinyurl.com/yc7vxujh (save 10% with code 'THERIDE') The Cyclist Lawyer: https://www.thecyclist-lawyer.com/ Shimano shoes & glasses: http://tinyurl.com/ye274tep Feedback Sports stands & tools: https://bit.ly/3S9Dq8r