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Specialized S-Works S-Works Aethos Founder's Edition

Specialized S-Works S-Works Aethos Founder's Edition
  • Color: Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic
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For once, we're not in it to win. With Aethos, we stopped worrying about winning, or the way things are supposed to be done, and instead chased the greatest expression of ride quality ever made. Well, we did it, and in staying true to keeping that promise, we broke every design, ride, and race rule along the way. And we're not sorry. Aethos: Break the Rules.

- The Aethos frame has been designed with the perfect combination of ultimate ride feel, light weight, and style—from accelerating up steep pitches and descending technical descents, to all-day saddle comfort on even the longest coffee rides, the Aethos hits the mark. But how, you ask? By reinventing the traditional road shape found on bikes of the past, we've subtly altered these shapes to deliver massive gains in stiffness and balance, all without affecting weight or durability. Pair that with an entirely-new layup and process that we've perfected over multiple decades and you have the lightest frame out there (585 grams, S-Works, size 56cm). The Aethos is more than just a new bike, it's the first of a new breed.

- A featherweight frame is useless without confidence-inspiring ride characteristics, which is why we've developed the Aethos to have the perfect balance of front and rear stiffness combined with exceptional ride quality. By studying the flexing and breathing of carbon fiber, we were able to discover groundbreaking findings about how forces flow through frames. Just a few pedal strokes and you'll realize this sublime ride sets a new standard.

- Every detail, from the derailleur hangers to the fork expander plug have been designed with style, weight, and durability in mind. We've also spec'd it with Roval's all-new Alpinist bar/stem combo and wheels, further saving weight and improving ride characteristics. Everything in pursuit for the perfect ride.

Specs

Frame S-Works Aethos FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered, Electronic cable routing only, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Fork S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Wheels Front: Roval Alpinist CLX, Win Tunnel Engineered
Roval Alpinist CLX, Win Tunnel Engineered
Rims 21mm internal width carbon rim, 33mm depth
Hubs Roval AFD hub
Spokes Front: 21h, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes
Rear: 24h, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes
Tires Turbo Cotton - Black Sidewall, 320 TPI, 700x26mm
Bottom Bracket Threaded BB
Crankset Shimano Dura-Ace R9100, HollowTech 2, 11-speed, Dual-sided Powermeter
Chainrings 52/36T
Shifters Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 Disc R9170
Front Derailleur Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9150, braze-on
Rear Derailleur Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9150, 11-speed
Cassette/Freewheel Shimano Dura-Ace R9170, hydraulic disc
Chain Shimano Dura-Ace, 11-speed
Brakes Shimano Dura-Ace R9170, hydraulic disc
Handlebars Roval Alpinist Cockpit, one-piece bar/stem combo, carbon
Tape/Grips Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
Seatpost Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost
Saddle Body Geometry S-Works Romin Evo, Carbon Fiber Rails, Carbon Fiber Base
Pedals Sold separately
Accessories & Extras Integrated cycle computer mount

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN
Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic / 49cm 888818672806 97221-0049
Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic / 52cm 888818672813 97221-0052
Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic / 54cm 888818672820 97221-0054
Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic / 56cm 888818672837 97221-0056
Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic / 58cm 888818672844 97221-0058
Satin Brushed Liquid Silver/Holographic / 61cm 888818672851 97221-0061

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