Specialized Aethos Expert
Best premium road bike for discerning riders prioritizing comfort and lightweight performance.
This machine prioritizes ride quality and weight reduction through advanced tube shaping. It balances climbing efficiency with stable, confidence-inspiring handling, making it a versatile choice for long days in the saddle.
$3500.00
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Westwood Cycle
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Who it's for
- Riders prioritizing long-distance comfort and a refined road feel.
- Climbers and riders seeking a highly responsive, nimble bike.
- Cyclists desiring consistent, low-effort, high-performance gear transitions.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers or those seeking more value for money.
- Speed-focused racers or riders primarily on flat, fast terrain.
- Tech enthusiasts or riders expecting integrated solutions and hidden cables.
Performance breakdown
Climbing Efficiency
Featherweight frame construction makes steep ascents feel effortless and snappy.
Ride Compliance
Engineered carbon layup absorbs road chatter for a remarkably smooth experience.
Shifting Precision
Shimano Ultegra Di2 delivers crisp, instantaneous gear changes every single time.
Handling Agility
Responsive geometry allows for intuitive, confident cornering on technical descents.
Braking Performance
Hydraulic discs provide consistent, powerful stopping power in all weather conditions.
Versatility
Increased tire clearance accommodates wider rubber for varied road surfaces.
Key Specs
Frame
Aethos 2 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, Hidden Cable Routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Fork
Aethos 2 FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Wheels
Roval C38, 21mm internal width carbon rim
Tires
S-Works Turbo, 700x28
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Threaded BSA BB
Crankset
Shimano Ultegra R8100, 52/36t
Shifters
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, hydraulic disc
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, braze-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, 12-speed
Cassette/Freewheel
Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11-30t
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