Why 2X Drivetrains are Still Better…Mostly!

In my attempt to end the 1X vs 2X bicycle drivetrain debate, I look to sports science and mechanical physics to prove why 2X systems are still the best choice for road cycling. I compare the 1X SRAM RED XPLR drivetrain to the 2X Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 12-speed to expose the hidden flaws of one-by setups. 🛒 AFFILIATE LINKS & DISCOUNT CODES 👇 ➡️ Access all my affiliate links and discount codes here: https://linktr.ee/BikesbyMike 🚴‍♂️ GEAR MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: • SRAM RED XPLR AXS 13-speed (48T chainring & 10-46T cassette) • Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9200 12-speed (52/36 chainrings & 11-34T cassette) 🙏Super Thanks 💰 If you're enjoying the content and would like to support the channel, Super Thanks button is available below the video—totally optional, but always appreciated! 📹RECOMMENDED VIDEOS ⏯ ➜ BikesbyMike YouTube Channel: “Shimano Di2 Front Derailleur Not Shifting Properly? Do This…”,    • Shimano Di2 Front Derailleur Not Shifting ...   ➜ Dylan Johnson YouTube Channel: “Your Chain Could Be Costing You Minutes. Drivetrain Efficiency with Josh Poertner”,    • Your Chain Could Be Costing You Minutes. D...   This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I’ll receive a small commission. These links are no cost to you and a way to help support the channel. ⏰ TIMECODES ⏰ 00:00 Outtake 00:33 Intro 02:30 Gear Ranges & Step-ups 07:24 Reduced Drivetrain Efficiency 10:24 Higher Maintenance Costs 11:42 The “Simplicity” Fallacy 13:45 Aerodynamic Disadvantage 🔊SOUND EFFECTS 👇 ➜ “Audio Cable Connector Noise, Glitch 3” by https://zapsplat.com Free to use when crediting creator ➜ “390145__cuddlenucks__glitchy-tape.wav” by CuddleNucks at freesound.org Licensed under CC0 1.0 (https://creativecommons.org/publicdom...) Unmodified/original version #1xVs2x #Shimano #SRAM #BikesByMike