# X-Lab RS7 Road Bike

**Doorprice Score 6.8/10** (Good; likely 5.8–7.8, low confidence).
Price: $2,899.00 at Strictly Bicycles  (with est. tax $3,107.73; shipping set at checkout). Store rating 5.0/5 from 3 ratings.

## Options and stores
6 listings at 7 stores, from $2,099.00.

Builds:
- Shimano 105: from $2,099.00 — https://doorprice.co/live/12tHZZUfXwRVYdMqGWY1Wd
- Shimano 105 Di2: from $2,899.00 (this listing) — https://doorprice.co/live/1rQ4iCL84wv2NciAkrcCRP

| Store | Option | Price |
|---|---|---:|
| Contender Bicycles | Shimano 105 | $2,099.00 |
| X-LAB | Shimano 105 | $2,099.00 |
| Espresso Bikes | Shimano 105 | $2,099.99 |
| Strictly Bicycles  | Shimano 105 Di2 | $2,899.00 |
| Colorado Cyclist | Shimano 105 Di2 · Singularity Black | $2,899.00 |
| The Cutting Edge | Shimano 105 Di2 | $2,899.99 |

## What matters for bikes (out of 10)
- Ride comfort: not enough reviews yet
- Speed & weight: not enough reviews yet
- Components: not enough reviews yet
- Tire room & versatility: not enough reviews yet
- Reliability: not enough reviews yet
- Value for money: 4.7 (price against similar products)

Weight these for a personal score: add ?priorities=comfort:2,speed:2 (ids: comfort, speed, components, versatility, reliability, value).

## Reviewer verdicts
- KT Cycling: 7.0/10 — After a month of riding and racing, reviews spec list as remarkable for the price; includes downsides section. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fx8PgVyxHiU
- Everything's Been Done (sponsored): 7.5/10 — Carbon frame, wheels, cockpit and power meter for two grand; spent 200 miles looking for the catch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iywc3_pfiKs
- David Arthur - Just Ride Bikes (sponsored): 7.0/10 — First look at AD9 and RS7; questions whether western brands can compete, calls some deals genuine bargains. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VPQ9a3dags
- Stotts Bicycles (sponsored): 6.5/10 — 170 miles over 10 hours compared head-to-head with Cannondale Synapse 1 Alloy at same $2,100 price; outcome left to viewer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNbhzNgoEaA

## Owners and community
- Community: Retailer promo calling RS7 a carbon bike that punches above its price for first-time road riders. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COso4t0ZqR4)
- Owner: Good ride and strong value for $2k, but bar tape slips when wet and power meter readings fluctuate; firmware fixed power meter. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVKKY1PYamM)

Problems owners mention: bar tape slippery when wet; power meter readings fluctuate wildly (later improved by firmware); 32mm tire clearance slim for all-road; frequently out of stock.

## Specs
- Frame: XDS carbon frame (Toray T700)
- Fork: XDS carbon fork
- Wheelset: Branta C45 base carbon wheelset, stainless steel spokes
- Drivetrain: Shimano 105 Di2 12-speed (RD-R7150, FD-R7150, ST-R7170, BR-R7170, cassette CS-R9012 11-34T)
- Crankset: Branta alloy, 52-36T, 24mm steel spindle
- Weight: 8.49 kg
- Available sizes: 148-158 cm, 158-168 cm, 168-176 cm, 176-183 cm, 183-191 cm, 191-202 cm

Buy: https://www.strictlybicycles.com/cart/55120862282020:1?_gsid=W3scoaGFKSnN&utm_source=shopify&utm_medium=catalog