The Specialized Aethos Expert is a road bike that embodies the philosophy of pursuing the perfect ride through billions of calculations and decades of experience. This bike is designed to balance perfected ride quality, extreme lightweight, and undeniable style, making it an exceptional choice for riders who value performance and comfort.
Key Features:
- Frame Design and Material: The Aethos frame is made from FACT 10R Carbon, designed with a perfect combination of ultimate ride feel, light weight, and style. By reinventing traditional road shapes, Specialized has achieved massive gains in stiffness and balance without affecting weight or durability. The S-Works version of the frame weighs just 585 grams.
- Ride Quality and Stiffness: Developed to have the perfect balance of front and rear stiffness combined with exceptional ride quality. By studying the flexing and breathing of carbon fiber, Specialized has made groundbreaking findings about how forces flow through frames, resulting in a sublime ride that sets a new standard.
- Groupset: Equipped with wireless SRAM Rival eTap AXS electronic shifting, providing precision gear changes and advanced control.
- Brakes: Features hydraulic disc brakes, ensuring excellent stopping power in all conditions and enhancing safety during steep descents or sudden stops.
- Wheels: Paired with bomb-proof Roval C38 Disc carbon wheels, which are tubeless-ready and provide optimal performance and durability.
- Seatpost: Includes Roval’s all-new Alpinist carbon seatpost, further saving weight and improving ride characteristics.
- Attention to Detail: Every component, from the derailleur hangers to the fork expander plug, has been designed with style, weight, and durability in mind.
- Tire Clearance: Offers clearance for up to 32mm tires, providing versatility for different riding conditions and preferences.
- Geometry and Fit: The Aethos shares geometry with the Tarmac SL7, ensuring a long and low position with a compact wheelbase for nimble handling.
Who is it for?
The Specialized Aethos Expert is ideal for road cyclists who value exceptional ride quality, lightweight construction, and stylish design.
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