ABLE SRAM RED AXS Mullet Bike

The ABLE lineup is built exclusively around SRAM 1x wireless electronic drivetrains, with five complete models ranging from a Rival tier up to flagship Red AXS builds. The range splits into two distinct gearing strategies: XPLR builds feature tightly spaced cassettes for rolling gravel and fast cadence control, while Mullet builds pair drop-bar shifters with Eagle mountain bike rear derailleurs and wide-range 10-52T cassettes for steep, sustained climbing.

Every model in the range rolls on Industry Nine wheels, starting with the 1/1 GRCX alloy wheelset on the Rival build and stepping up to Ultralite Carbon or Solix SL carbon hoops on the Force and Red models. The top-tier Red builds also include integrated power meters.

From a maintenance perspective, Allied equips the ABLE with a standard threaded bottom bracket and a Universal Derailleur Hanger, ensuring straightforward servicing and easy access to replacement parts. While the entry price is undeniably premium, the inclusion of high-end carbon wheels and integrated cockpits across the upper tiers makes the ABLE competitively priced against flagship race bikes from larger mainstream brands.

Reviewers consistently characterize the ABLE as a rigid, highly efficient race bike that prioritizes forward momentum over inherent frame compliance. The chassis is frequently described as "wonderfully stiff and responsive" (Velo), delivering immediate acceleration under power. Because the frame itself offers minimal vertical flex, testers note that the bike relies heavily on its massive tire clearance to manage rough terrain. When equipped with high-volume rubber, the ABLE excels on chunky fire roads, where it "ate up washboard surfaces for fun" (Cycling News). Conversely, riding the bike with narrower gravel tires exposes a firm ride quality that transmits significant feedback from the road.

Handling is highly dependent on speed. At a casual pace, the steering can feel reactive, with one tester noting that riders unaccustomed to sporty geometry might find it "twitchy at best" (Bikepacking). However, as the pace increases, the bike settles into a stable, predictable rhythm. Reviewers agree the platform "doesn’t seem at all happy to just tootle along" (Velo), rewarding aggressive input and high speeds. While the ride quality earns high marks for racing, the integrated down tube storage door drew criticism. Testers found its placement near the bottom bracket awkward, noting that it interferes with water bottles and utilizes an internal sleeve that easily snags on multi-tools or CO2 canisters.