The Specialized Aethos S-Works Frame is a masterpiece of road bike design, crafted for riders who cherish the pure joy of cycling while demanding top-tier performance. This frame is the result of billions of calculations aimed at achieving the perfect ride, combining ultimate ride feel, lightweight construction, and stylish design.
Key Features:
- Frame Design and Material: Made from Specialized’s FACT 12r carbon fiber, the Aethos S-Works frame weighs an astonishing 585 grams (size 56cm) and 285 grams for the fork. This frame is designed with a new layup and process perfected over multiple decades to achieve the lightest weight possible without compromising stiffness or durability134.
- Traditional Road Shape with Modern Twists: The Aethos frame reinvents traditional road bike shapes by subtly altering them to deliver massive gains in stiffness and balance. This design ensures excellent handling and ride quality without adding weight13.
- 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 standard13.
- Style and Durability: Every detail, from the derailleur hangers to the fork expander plug, has been designed with style, weight, and durability in mind. The frame features traditional tube profiles and shaping, conventional cable routing, and frame fittings, making it both aesthetically pleasing and practical13.
- Tire Clearance: Offers clearance for up to 32mm tires, providing versatility for different riding conditions and preferences23.
- Threaded Bottom Bracket and Thru-Axle: Equipped with a threaded bottom bracket and 12x142mm thru-axle for stability and ease of maintenance4.
- Roval Alpinist Components: Includes the Roval Alpinist carbon seatpost, which further enhances the bike’s weight savings and ride characteristics14.
Who is it for?
The Specialized Aethos S-Works Frame is ideal for serious road cyclists who value the lightest possible frame, exceptional ride quality, and a classically understated yet stylish design.
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