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Sram Rival AXS XPLR XG-1251 12Speed

Sram Rival AXS XPLR XG-1251 12Speed

$225.00 CAD

Gravel-Specific Range. AXS Efficiency.

The Sram Rival XG-1251 is optimized for the XPLR ecosystem. By utilizing a 10-44T spread, it provides a "sweet spot" gearing that bridges the gap between road-style speed and mountain bike climbing power. The cassette is engineered with Full Pin™ technology, using high-strength stainless steel pins to join lightweight, stamped steel cogs. This results in a cassette that is light, incredibly durable, and exceptional at shedding mud and trail debris.

Why the XG-1251 is the Smart Gravel Choice:

  • Perfect Gearing Steps: The progression is designed to keep the jumps smaller in the high-speed cogs where cadence matters most, while offering larger jumps between the "bail-out" gears for when the terrain gets vertical.

  • X-Range™ Technology: By starting with a 10T cog, the XG-1251 allows for a smaller front chainring while maintaining a higher top-end speed, improving ground clearance and reducing weight.

  • Exceptional Durability: The nickel-chrome finish provides a high-end look and superior resistance to corrosion and wear, ensuring your shifting stays crisp through seasons of dust, grit, and power-washing.

  • Nickel-Chrome Finish: This protective coating not only makes the cassette look pro but also reduces friction, contributing to the quiet, smooth shifting the AXS system is known for.

  • XDR Driver Body Interface: Designed to fit the modern XDR standard, ensuring a more stable interface with your hub and allowing for the use of that essential 10T small cog.

  • Full Pin™ Construction: Delivers a lightweight and strong cassette that mimics the performance of much more expensive CNC-machined versions, making it the perfect upgrade for any AXS-equipped gravel bike.

Technical Specifications:

  • Speeds: 12Speed

  • Range: 10-44T (10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 24, 28, 32, 38, 44)

  • Driver Body: XDR Only

  • Technology: X-Range, Full Pin

  • Material: Steel cogs with Nickel-Chrome finish

  • Compatibility: Sram XPLR AXS Rear Derailleurs (Force, Rival)


The Alegro Perspective: While the Force-level cassette is slightly lighter, the Rival 10-44T offers the exact same shifting geometry and range at a much friendlier price point. If you’re building up a gravel rig like the Scott Addict 30 for endurance racing or bike packing, the durability of this steel construction is actually a benefit. It’s built to take a beating and keep shifting perfectly.

Wide-Range Freedom. Rugged Reliability. Master the Terrain with Sram Rival XPLR.

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