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The Aethos is designed to straddle the line between perfect ride quality, extreme light weight and undeniable style, now with Shimano 105 Di2 Electronic Shifting.
The Aethos is designed to straddle the line between perfect ride quality, extreme light weight and undeniable style, now with Shimano 105 Di2 Electronic Shifting.
Specialized

2023 S-Works Aethos SRAM Red eTap AXS Road Bike - Gloss Obsidian

£7,750.00 £12,000.00 35% off
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Pre-Launch

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Returns

Shop with confidence. If you've ordered the wrong size or you're not happy with a purchase it's not a problem. We want to help you find the right products to get the most out of your cycling. Simply return the item to us within 30 days in unused condition with all the packaging and we'll replace it or refund you. Kindly note that refunds can take up to 14 working days to process. *InvisiFrame kits are non-returnable/non-refundable.

We do not offer free returns because we aim to keep the cost of the product as low as possible. However, if the goods are found to be faulty, damaged or not as described, please contact us to discuss the returns process.

Call us if it's a bike as we can help arrange collection. Tel 01752 849315 or info@certini.co.uk

There is a downloadable returns form to complete and return with your goods.

Returns Address:

Certini Bicycle Company
10 Kingsmill Road
Tamar View Industrial Estate
Saltash
PL12 6LD

Under the Consumer Rights Act you have a legal right to reject goods that are of unsatisfactory quality, unfit for purpose or not as described, and get a full refund - as long as you do this quickly. This right is limited to 30 days from the date you buy your product.

CHRISTMAS RETURNS

We want to take the hassle out of Christmas for you so we have extended our Returns period during this time. Any products purchased between 1st December 2024 and 24th December 2024 can be returned until 15th January 2024. Please refer to our returns policy before returning your items.

2023 S-Works Aethos SRAM Red eTap AXS Road Bike - Gloss Obsidian

Season:2023

Brand:Specialized

Code:349965349664

We're enthusiasts of the racing scene, from the prestigious Grand Tour podiums to the iconic Classic Monuments. However, there are moments when riding simply for the pure love of it is exactly what we crave. This is where the Specialized Aethos Road Bike excels. It maintains uncompromising performance while embracing the joy of riding for riding's sake. It proudly boasts the title of the lightest frame available without sacrificing an ounce of style. The Aethos represents the culmination of countless calculations aimed at achieving one thing, the ultimate ride experience.

When you outfit the world's lightest frame with SRAM's 12-speed RED eTAP AXS groupset and Roval's featherweight Alpinist wheels, you're left with a meticulously balanced, top-tier ride that prioritises performance above all else.

Crafted with a meticulous blend of ride quality, lightweight design, and aesthetic appeal, the Aethos excels in every aspect, from conquering steep climbs to navigating technical descents, to providing all-day comfort on leisurely coffee rides. This was achieved by reimagining traditional road bike shapes, subtly tweaking them to enhance stiffness and balance without compromising weight or durability. Combined with a refined layup process perfected over decades, the result is the lightest frame on the market (585g, S-Works, size 56cm). The Aethos isn't just another bike, it's the vanguard of a new era.

A featherweight frame is only as valuable as its ride characteristics, which is why the Aethos is meticulously engineered to strike the perfect balance between front and rear stiffness, all while delivering an unparalleled riding experience. Through an in-depth study of carbon fibre flex and behaviour, Specialized have unlocked revolutionary insights into how forces flow through frames. With just a few pedal strokes, you'll realise that this sublime ride sets a new standard.

Every detail, from the derailleur hangers to the fork expander plug, has been carefully crafted with style, weight optimisation, and durability in mind. Specialized have also equipped it with Roval's cutting-edge Alpinist carbon seatpost and wheels, further reducing weight and enhancing ride characteristics. Every element of the Aethos is meticulously designed in the pursuit of the perfect ride.

Technical Information
  • frame
    S-Works Aethos FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, Electronic cable routing only, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • fork
    S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • handlebars
    S-Works Short & Shallow, 125mm Drop, 75mm Reach w/Di2 Hole
  • stem
    S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise
  • tape
    Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • saddle
    Body Geometry S-Works Power, carbon fiber rails, carbon fiber base
  • seatpost
    Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost
  • seat binder
    Specialized Alloy, 30.0mm, titanium bolt
  • front brake
    SRAM Red eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc
    DRIVETRAIN
  • rear brake
    SRAM Red eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc
  • shift levers
    SRAM Red eTap AXS
  • front derailleur
    SRAM RED eTAP AXS, braze-on
  • rear derailleur
    SRAM RED eTAP AXS, 12-speed
  • cassette
    SRAM RED XG-1290, 12-speed, 10-33t
  • crankset
    SRAM RED AXS Power Meter
  • chainrings
    48/35T
  • bottom bracket
    SRAM DUB BSA 68
  • chain
    SRAM RED 12-speed
  • front wheel
    Roval Alpinist CLX, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 33mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval AFD hub, 21h, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes
  • rear wheel
    Roval Alpinist CLX, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 33mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval AFD hub, 24h, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes
  • front tyre
    S-works Turbo 2BR, 700x28mm
  • rear tyre
    S-works Turbo 2BR, 700x28mm
  • inner tubes
    700x20-28, 48mm Presta Valve

    As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying. Please note that this bike does not come with pedals.
Sizing Information

SIZING

Size in ft5'1" - 5'4"5'4" - 5'7"5'7" - 5'9"5'9" - 5'11"5'11" - 6'2"6'2" - 6'5"
Size in cm155 - 163cm163 - 170cm170- 175cm175 - 180cm180 - 188cm188 - 196cm
Bike Size495254565861

GEOMETRY

Size49cm52cm54cm56cm58cm61cm
BB Drop74mm74mm72mm72mm72mm72mm
BB Height266mm266mm268mm268mm268mm268mm
Bike Standover Height705mm728mm748mm769mm796mm824mm
Chainstay Length410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm410mm
Fork Length, Full369mm369mm369mm369mm369mm369mm
Fork Rake/Offset47mm47mm44mm44mm44mm44mm
Front Centre574mm577mm579mm591mm606mm613mm
Head Tube Angle71.75°72.5°73°73.5°73.5°74°
Head Tube Length109mm120mm137mm157mm184mm204mm
Reach375mm380mm384mm395mm402mm408mm
Seat Tube Angle75.5°74°74°73.5°73.5°73°
Seat Tube Length431mm462mm481mm504mm532mm567mm
Stack514mm527mm544mm565mm591mm612mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal508mm531mm540mm562mm577mm595mm
Trail63mm58mm58mm55mm55mm52mm
Wheelbase973mm975mm978mm991mm1005mm1012mm
Crank Length165mm170mm172.5mm172.5mm175mm175mm
Handlebar Width380mm400mm420mm420mm440mm440mm
Stem Length80mm90mm100mm100mm110mm110mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length300mm300mm360mm360mm360mm360mm
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