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I was a bit dubious of all the hype behind SRAM Code brakes. I've always ridden Hope, but started to feel that their quality wasn't quite what it used to be. Much to my surprise, the Code RSC's are a revelation. I am impressed with their adjustability, feel, modulation, power. I can brake much later with confidence. Set up was easy. I liked them so much I now have them on both of my mountain bikes.
I don't race, this was bought as a tool to show how my fitness has improved. For that its fantastic, easy to install and setup. The data flows well on my 1030 plus. To top it off the axs app is wonderful. So many good devices are let down by bad apps, not here.
If you're a serious competitive racer your better off with a dual sided meter. For those of us just looking to get healthier and have data to support that, its perfect.
I had a spare silver SRAM 12 speed chain but when the rainbow colored chains came out I had to have one and my spare went by the way of online auction! My bike frame is matte black so the chain looks super nice with that color! I was thinking it was a little crazy to replace my spare just for appearance sake but after I installed the new chain I was glad I did. Always nice to sit back with a cup of coffee and give your pride and joy a look over! Concerning performance and value, SRAM 12 speed flattop chains are not cheap but they are a good overall value since it has been my experience that they last a really long time over other traditional chains. Rainbow chains for me from here on out!
My wife is over her drop bar on her road bike. Partly due to her feeling she doesn't have the control she likes with the steering on dirt/gravel paths so she asked me to swap it with a flat bar with a 2" rise. Easy enough and these blips allow you to continue using your SRAM Rival eTap AXS drivetrain with a hybrid setup. Once you pair all the different pieces to the rear derailleur including the road bike levers you can get rid of your SRAM drop bar shifter/Brake levers for good or until you need to pair them again. The SRAM wireless blips work without the Rival brake/shift levers. Your only decision now is what mountain bike brake levers are you going to use now for braking. I went with the trusty Shimano XT 8100 Brake levers and the Ultegra 8170 brake calipers. Great combo to work with the new SRAM wireless blips. The wireless blips come with multiple options for mounting to the handlebar. I used the plastic ring looking attachment and some electrical tape to blend the blips into the handlebar better. It fits perfectly and hidden somewhat. People ask how my wife shifts her bike because they don't always notice the blips near the Ergon grips. All in all I think SRAM engineering did a great job with these blips. I would buy them again and also recommend them to a friend. Yes, I know you can't swap the batteries or charge it you basically have to replace them once the battery dies. The battery life is all dependent on your riding style. How often you shift during your ride. SRAM says it will last over 2 years and depending on your use maybe 4 to 7 years. That's about $4 a month if it only lasted 2 years, and the cost goes down the longer they last. The other great thing is it works with the SRAM AXS app. Once the battery goes out on mine I will disassemble them to see what's inside. Maybe there's a way to replace the battery after all. Big??