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Our most popular full carbon cyclocross bike is strong, fast and beautiful. Exceptional performance for cross racing, road riding, or exploring the trails.
'Cross specific full carbon frame and fork
Groupset: SRAM Force 1 HRD (11-speed) groupset with hydraulic disc brakes
Finance Options Available - Spread the cost of this bike over 10 months with Interest-Free Credit, Buy Now, Pay in 12 Months or Spread the cost over 36 months with Barclays Partner Finance. Find Out More
Cyclocross is growing fast. Drawn by the fun of the mud and the thrill of the racing, cyclists are taking to the 'cross course in droves. CX is a balance of speed and skill and the Planet X XLS is an eternal favourite of the scene, thanks to its contemporary and refined carbon chassis and race-tuned geometry. Whether youre looking to upgrade to carbon or discs, the XLS is the perfect place to start.
The XLS represents the evolution of technology within cyclocross, namely, the introduction of disc brakes. If you're a road rider that's never experienced disc stopping power, you'll be thrilled with their performance. No longer must you compromise on speed - on discs you can brake later into corners and shred mud like never before, as the discs stay clean. This performance increase is even more outstanding when coupled with the XLS' lightweight carbon frame and fork. We've cleverly flattened profile top-tube for comfy shouldering over the roughest off-road terrain, too. Theres big tyre clearance, too, to avoid mud clogging. With features like these, we've made sure the XLS is future-proof.
The XLS frame is beefed-up around the main frame joints for extra strength so it can easily handle the rough stuff. In fact, the XLS wants to be ridden hard, to show off how efficiently it transfers every watt of pedal-power into speed. Go on, drop the hammer, search for the limit, gap the field.
Of course, with a bike this tough, theres the added advantage of using it for multiple types of riding. Wash off the race mud and enjoy its versatility as a commuter or road bike. Put some slick-tyres in there for the weekend club run. The XLS is quickly gaining popularity for good reason!
Groupset: SRAM Force 1 HRD is an 11-speed groupset that brings a host of great new features to the party. A single front chainring with 'Narrow-wide' tooth profile ensures chain retention. Add in the extra chain tension that comes from the 'clutch mech' design and you have the best chain security you can ride. SRAMs wide-range cassette to give you the maximum gear options for powering up and down the trails, whilst powerful Force 1 HRD hydraulic brakes give effortless stopping power and great modulation so you can finesse your braking efforts to suit the surface conditions. An all-round elite level groupset with significant advantages over its competitors in the field. Upgraded to 11-42 cassette for even more climbing power.
Wheelset: Gipiemme Roccia Disk. Gippeme are well known for their alloy and carbon fibre race wheels, now they've put their all into creating a practical, value for money 29"/ 700c disc brake wheelset. Built for road and off-road use the Gippemme Roccia is supremely versatile, it's equally at home on our cyclocross bikes as it would any of our Gravel Adventure bikes. Disc brake ready and built to last the Roccia is the perfect do it all 700c wheelset.
Finishing Kit: weve capped this bike build off with high quality finishing kit from Italian aces and our own Planet X range. With a combined package of this quality, you're getting a truly excellent bike and amazing value for money.
Please note: black frame colour finish consists of clear gloss lacquer over raw carbon, so you can see the beauty of the carbon weave!
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Please Note: All customizable options are fitted in house during the build process by our trained mechanics.
SRAM Force 1 Hydraulic Disc Brake Lever / 1 Speed Left
Gear / Brake Lever
SRAM Force 1 Hydraulic Disc Brake Lever / 11 Speed Right
Key features
XLS Carbon Frameset
Hand built carbon frameset with a full carbon fork. With tight frame angles and predictable light steering the XLS is the perfect frame for a muddy Sunday CX racing or for everyday adventure riding
SRAM Force 1 Groupset
SRAM's ultimate 1x drivetrain, for skinny wheeled bikes. All the performance of SRAM Force with gear ratios and hydraulic brakes designed for CX use.
Gipiemme Roccia Equipe Wheelset
Disc brake wheelset from Italian masters Gipiemme, built around their class leading rims. Quick to accelerate and straight tracking it's the perfect off-road wheel for skinny tyre adventures.
Customise your bike
We hand build our bikes, so you can customise your bike how you like it. Choose your frame size then select from the array of choices so your bike is just how you like it.
Direct To Customer
At Planet X we supply everything we make direct to customer, there's no middle men or wholesalers adding anything to the cost. That's why we're able to offer you unmatched value for money- straight from our warehouse to your door
Yorkshire Born and Bred
Our bikes are designed, tested and assembled in Yorkshire. Every model is put through its paces across the toughest road or off-road routes that the Peak District has to offer. Just like us, they are Yorkshire Born and Bred
Finance Available
Spread the cost of this bike over 10 months with Interest-Free Credit, Buy Now, Pay in 12 Months or Spread the cost over 36 months with Barclays Partner Finance.
All frame size recommendations are approximate. A good fit will also depend on the correct choice of stem length, correct bike set-up for the rider and riding style.
Correct frame size choice can vary greatly with riders' torso length. If you have longer legs and a shorter torso, go for a slightly shorter stem. If you think you are borderline between sizes, and you have longer legs and a shorter torso, go for the smaller frame size. If you have shorter legs and a longer torso, go for the larger frame size to get the extra top tube length.
As the frame sizes increase, so does the length of the head tube. If you are inflexible or perhaps have a history of back problems, consider going for a larger frame size. This will increase the relative height of the handlebars making the position less “extreme”. The larger frame will also have a longer top tube, so you’ll need to compensate for this with a shorter stem.
Frame Details
Frame Material
Toray T700 Carbon
Fork Material
Toray T700 Carbon with alloy steerer
Approx. Frame Weight (g)
1223g (54cm)
Approx. Fork Weight (g)
769g (uncut steerer)
Seat Clamp Size (mm)
34,9
Front Mech Clamp Size (mm)
34,9
Disc mount
160mm direct post mount
Rear spacing
135mm
Seatpost Size (mm)
31,6
Bottle Cage Bosses
2 sets
BB
BSA
Headset type
FSA "No.42 ACB/MT"
Buying a bike from Planet X?
Why are prices so low? Our prices are lower than the competition because we sell direct to you the customer; there are no middlemen to take a slice of the price you pay. We design and build everything ourselves so you get exactly what you pay for and that includes amazing service and unrivalled value for money.
How it works You can buy from us in three different ways. You can call into one of our showrooms and try the bike you want before you place your order. You can order online via our website, or if you're too busy to call into the shop but would like advice on sizing and specifications then you can email or call our customer service dept. You'll receive the same great service no matter how you buy.
Buying online in confidence Simply select your frame size and colour below and choose from the range of customisable options. Your bike will then be passed to one of our expert mechanics to build YOUR bike exactly the way YOU want it.
Buy in confidence
Crash replacement policy
2 year warranty
Custom built to your specifications
Built to order in the UK
We design and assemble every bike we sell right here in Yorskhire. We work with the leading component vendors and fabrication facilities to create bikes of unrivalled performance and value for money.
Can't see the upgrades you want on your bike? Give us a call today and we can build the custom bike of your dreams.