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Tour tech: SRAM delivers special Red LTE groups

  • The SRAM Red LTE group is functionally identical to the standard package aside from the special graphics.

    The SRAM Red LTE group is functionally identical to the standard package aside from the special graphics.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Bolting the SRAM Red LTE group on an all-black bike definitely makes for a striking aesthetic.

    Bolting the SRAM Red LTE group on an all-black bike definitely makes for a striking aesthetic.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • SRAM will again equip its top Tour de France riders with a specially finished Red group, only this time it will also be available to the public come September.

    SRAM will again equip its top Tour de France riders with a specially finished Red group, only this time it will also be available to the public come September.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • There will also be special markings in addition to the bright yellow graphics.

    There will also be special markings in addition to the bright yellow graphics.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The rear derailleur mounting bolt gets unique laser etching.

    The rear derailleur mounting bolt gets unique laser etching.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The levers remain carbon fibre but the 'SRAM' logo is now yellow and enlarged on the blades.

    The levers remain carbon fibre but the 'SRAM' logo is now yellow and enlarged on the blades.

    Photo credit © James Huang