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S-Works Aethos 2 - Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
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So Light, It’s a Crime
Aethos began with a moment of human insight: frames “breath” under load. That subtle rhythm revealed how force moved. We fed this into our supercomputer, evolving tubes into sculpted forms. The shape itself delivered stiffness, delivering UCI illegal 5.9kg builds and more responsiveness. The result wasn’t just a more perfect ride, it was a new way of making bikes—Flow State Design.
Technology is Our Tradition
Flow State Design: Where Specialized Science Club Meets Machine Intelligence
595 grams FACT 12r Frames
Lighter than the water bottle in your cage thanks to our most optimized layup ever.
We’ll Never Make a Bike the Same Way
Aethos redefined how we build bikes. Crux and Tarmac SL8 followed its lead.
Rider First Engineered
Regardless of the bike’s size, every rider gets the famed Aethos ride quality.
Geometry and Fit Perfected for More Riders
We refined the fit and geometry using data from over 100,000 Body Geometry fits to make long days in the mountains feel even better. Climb faster. Descend harder. Ride longer. You get precise handling in a more versatile and confidence-inspiring package.
New Fit for More Comfort and Performance
We increased the stack by 15mm to help take pressure off your hands, neck and shoulders.
More Confidence, More Stability
What goes up, must come down. A 7mm longer wheelbase for confidence to push the pace on descents.
Carve the Corners with Precision
A 0.5° Slacker Headtube creates nimble but intuitive handling. Aethos 2 must be reading your mind.
Ride ‘in’ the bike, not ‘on’ the bike.
With a 3mm lower BB height is optimized for higher volume road tires and a more connected feeling to the bike and road.
More Versatility. More Clearance. No Compromise.
Aethos 2 clears 35 mm tires with ease. That means smoother, faster rides, more grip, and more roads. That kind of upgrade usually comes at a cost. Not here. We didn’t just create our most optimized layup ever, we re-engineered every detail. No gram was safe from the Specialized Science Club’s obsession.
Saddle Rail Clamp
9 Grams Saved
Bottom Bracket Shell
6 Grams Saved
Brake Mounts
2 Grams Saved
Lightweight UDH
2 Grams Saved
The Fastest Way to the Top
The Alpinist II cockpit and CLX III wheels are purpose-built to elevate Aethos 2, while delivering significant weight savings.
Alpinist CLX III Wheels
Paired with 1,131g CLX III wheels—featuring lighter, stronger composite spokes —the ride feels faster, smoother, and more refined in every way.
Alpinist II Cockpit
At just 270g, the cockpit blends ergonomic shaping—oval tops, flared drops, and 28% more damping—with clean internal routing and classic compatibility.
