Argon E117 SRAM RIVAL AXS (L)

Argon 18 E117 SRAM Rival AXS Hypershift Blueberry / Silver

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The E-117 is one of the most well-regarded triathlon bikes on the market for age-group athletes — and with good reason. It combines a UCI-legal, race-proven aero frame with a highly adjustable open cockpit, making it equally at home at a first 70.3 and a full Ironman. This particular build takes things a step further with SRAM’s Rival AXS groupset: fully wireless, electronically controlled shifting that removes cables from the equation entirely.

And it’s in the Hypershift Blueberry / Silver colourway — arguably the most striking finish in the E-117 range.

SRAM Rival AXS E1: Wireless Shifting That Just Works

SRAM’s Rival AXS E1 is the accessible entry point to the AXS ecosystem — and it punches well above its price point. Shifting is triggered wirelessly via blip buttons on the extensions, so you can change gear from deep in your aero position without any hand movement. The system pairs with the SRAM AXS app, giving you complete control over button mapping, shift actuation, and battery monitoring.

For long-distance racing, where fatigue affects fine motor control, wireless electronic shifting isn’t a luxury — it’s a meaningful performance advantage.

ATTEN L42 Wheelset: Aero Without Compromise

The bike ships with Argon 18’s own ATTEN L42 wheels — a 42mm deep-section carbon rim designed specifically for fast road and triathlon riding. At 42mm, you get genuine aerodynamic benefit without the handling sensitivity of deeper 60mm+ rims. They’re tubeless-ready and paired with Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR 28mm tyres for a fast, low-resistance setup straight out of the box.

3D Headset System: Position Flexibility Built In

The E-117’s defining feature for athletes still dialling in their fit is Argon 18’s 3D Headset System. It provides three discrete head tube heights — achieved by rotating the headset — without needing a stem swap or spacer stack. That means you can adjust your stack height cleanly and structurally, rather than relying on a precarious tower of spacers. As your flexibility and aero position develop, the bike develops with you.

Disc Brakes and Thru-Axles: Confidence in All Conditions

Hydraulic disc brakes with 140mm rotors provide consistent, modulated stopping power regardless of weather. Thru-axles front and rear add stiffness and precision to the handling — particularly noticeable under hard acceleration out of corners or technical sections of a course. This isn’t just about wet-weather performance; it’s about being able to hold your aero position longer before braking because you trust the bike to stop when you need it to.

Cockpit: Integrated and Aero

The integrated cockpit — Argon 18’s own design — routes cables internally and positions the 51 Speedshop Custom Extensions with a 30-degree grip angle for neutral wrist orientation. For athletes spending hours in the aero tuck, upper body comfort matters as much as raw aerodynamics.