SRAM has increased the shifting options for using its wireless eTap groupset on time trial bikes, with the release of the Clics extension shifter buttons. They allow you to shift gear without moving out of the aerodynamic position provided by the extensions.
They’re obviously aimed at time trialists and triathletes that want to use eTap and want to be able to change gear when in the extensions. They’ve already been put to use at the Ironman World Championships by Jan Frodeno.
SRAM has offered mechanical extension shifters before, and Shimano’s Di2 groupset offers electronic extension shifter buttons.
Related: SRAM eTap groupset review
Clics can be used in conjunction with the Blips shifter modules, which have been available since the release of eTap last year. Blips have the advantage of being placed wherever you want them on the handlebars.
The Clics can be installed without the requirement for any tools, but they do need to be connected to the BlipBox control module, a requirement if using eTap on a time trial bike. They are available with 500 and 650mm connectors and will fit into any extension with an inner diameter of between 19 and 21.5mm.
Available in July, a pair of Clics weighs 32g and will cost £95.
1 thought on “SRAM expands eTap shifting options for time trial bikes”
How much testing was done?
Well, from the very first ride with SRAM eTap Aero, this was the obvious place to have the switches. I guess it speaks volumes about how much real-world testing eTap Aero received before release. I’ve bodged my own version of bar end switches with the supplied blip switches.
But I do like the system.
Robert