Imagine if Specialized poured all their accumulated expertise from 46 years of serving riders into crafting a bike purely for the love of cycling. The Specialized Aethos Road Bike epitomises this vision, effortlessly balancing supreme ride quality, featherweight construction, and unmistakable style. The Aethos Sport model epitomises this ethos.
Featuring low-maintenance Shimano 105 mechanical shifting and hydraulic disc brakes, paired with dependable DT Swiss R470 Disc wheels, the Aethos Sport promises an exhilarating ride on the road.
The Aethos frame is meticulously designed to offer the ultimate combination of ride feel, lightweight performance, and aesthetic appeal. Whether charging up steep climbs, descending technical descents, or enjoying leisurely coffee rides, the Aethos delivers on all fronts. Specialized achieved this by reimagining traditional road bike shapes, subtly enhancing stiffness and balance without compromising weight or durability. Combined with an innovative layup process honed over multiple decades, the Aethos boasts the lightest frame in its class (585g, S-Works, size 56cm). It's not just a bike, it's the beginning of a new era.
A lightweight frame is only valuable when paired with ride characteristics that inspire confidence, which is why the Aethos is meticulously engineered to strike the perfect balance of front and rear stiffness while delivering exceptional ride quality. Through careful study of carbon fibre flex and behavior, Specialized have uncovered revolutionary insights into how forces flow through frames. With just a few pedal strokes, you'll discover that this sublime ride sets a new standard.
Every detail, from derailleur hangers to fork expander plugs, is meticulously designed with a focus on style, weight optimisation, and durability. Additionally, Specialized have equipped it with Roval's innovative Alpinist carbon seatpost, further enhancing weight savings and ride characteristics. Every element is carefully crafted in the pursuit of the perfect ride.