Specialized Aethos Expert
Best lightweight road bike for climbing enthusiasts seeking pure ride quality.
This bike strips away the aggressive, race-focused stiffness of traditional road machines to prioritize pure, unadulterated ride quality. It feels impossibly light and lively on the climbs, trading the rigid, aero-focused efficiency of a pro-peloton bike for a supple, intuitive handling experience that makes every mile feel effortless.
$6999.99
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Who it's for
- Riders seeking a smooth, classic feel on long endurance days
- Climbing enthusiasts prioritizing a lightweight and agile uphill experience
- Home mechanics who prefer straightforward maintenance and part swaps
Who should skip it
- Competitive racers looking for every possible aerodynamic advantage
- Budget-conscious cyclists looking for the best value-to-spec ratio
- Cyclists wanting a bold, high-tech visual statement from their bike
Performance breakdown
Climbing efficiency
Featherweight frame construction makes steep gradients feel effortless and remarkably snappy.
Handling precision
Geometry delivers intuitive, razor-sharp steering through the most technical descents.
Drivetrain performance
SRAM Force AXS offers crisp, reliable shifting with zero cable clutter.
Ride compliance
Carbon layup absorbs road chatter for a supple, fatigue-reducing ride quality.
Versatility
Generous tire clearance allows for confident handling on varied road surfaces.
Aesthetic design
Minimalist silhouette prioritizes timeless elegance over aggressive, race-focused styling.
Key Specs
Frame
Aethos 2 FACT 10r Carbon
Fork
Aethos 2 FACT 10r Carbon
Weight
15.54 lbs
Tire Clearance
35 mm
Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Number of Speeds
12
Groupset
SRAM Force AXS
Wheel Material
Carbon
Tubeless Ready Wheels
Yes
Integrated Cabling
Yes
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