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Specialized S-Works Aethos 2 - SRAM RED AXS

Specialized

S-Works Aethos 2 - SRAM RED AXS

2026

$13,999.99

Giant Defy Advanced SL 0

Giant

Defy Advanced SL 0

2026

$13,000.00

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Overview

CategoryRoadRoad
Model year20262026
Wheel size700c (49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61)700c (XS, S, M, ML, L, XL)

Components

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FrameS-Works Aethos 2 FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Ceramic Speed SLT Headset Bearings, Threaded BB, Hidden Cable Routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount discAdvanced SL-grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, integrated seatpost, disc
Crank length49: 165mm 52: 170mm 54: 172.5mm 56: 172.5mm 58: 175mm 61: 175mmXS: 165 mm S: 165 mm M: 170 mm ML: 170 mm L: 172.5 mm XL: 172.5 mm
Sizes—XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
ForkS-Works Aethos 2 FACT 12r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount discAdvanced SL-grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
Handlebar width49: 380mm 52: 380mm 54: 400mm 56: 400mm 58: 420mm 61: 420mmXS: 404 mm S: 404 mm M: 424 mm ML: 424 mm L: 444 mm XL: 444 mm
Colours—Arctic Light/Chrome
Front brakeSRAM RED E1, hydraulic disc—
Stem length49: 80mm 52: 90mm 54: 100mm 56: 100mm 58: 110mm 61: 110mmXS: 80 mm S: 90 mm M: 100 mm ML: 100 mm L: 110 mm XL: 110 mm
Rear brakeSRAM RED E1, hydraulic disc—
Saddle width49: 155mm 52: 155mm 54: 143mm 56: 143mm 58: 143mm 61: 143mm—
Shift leversSRAM RED AXS E1, hydraulic disc—
Seatpost length49: 300mm 52: 300mm 54: 360mm 56: 360mm 58: 360mm 61: 360mm—
Handlebar—Giant Contact SLR D-Fuse XS:404/380mm, S:404/380mm, M:424/400mm, M/L:424/400mm, L:444/420mm, XL:444/420mm
Front derailleurSRAM RED AXS E1, braze-onSRAM RED AXS E1
Grips—Stratus Lite 3.0
Rear derailleurSRAM RED AXS E1SRAM RED AXS E1
Stem—Giant Contact SLR AeroLight XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
CassetteSRAM RED XG-1290 E1, 12-speed, 10-33tSRAM RED XG-1290, 12-speed, 10x36
SeatpostRoval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost, light weight clampGiant D-Fuse SLR, composite, -5/+15mm offset
ChainSRAM RED E1 Flattop 12-speedSRAM RED E1
SaddleS-Works Power with MirrorCADEX AMP
CranksetSRAM RED AXS Power Meter, 48/35SRAM RED E1 DUB, 33/46 with power meter XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm
Shifters—SRAM RED AXS E1
Bottom bracketSRAM DUB BSA 68SRAM DUB ceramic, press fit
Front tyreS-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire, 700x28c—
Front wheelRoval Alpinist CLX III, Tubeless, 33mm depth, 26.5 width, and  21mm internal width carbon rim, Roval LF21-F  21H hub with Sinc Ceramic Bearings, Roval by ARRIS Composite Aero Spoke with Ti end fittings—
Brakes—SRAM RED AXS E1 hydraulic, SRAM PaceLine X rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Rear tyreS-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire, 700x28c—
Brake levers—SRAM RED AXS hydraulic
Rear wheelRoval Alpinist CLX III, Tubeless, 33mm depth, 26.5 width, and 21mm internal width carbon rim, Roval LF19-R 24H hub with Sinc Ceramic Bearings, Roval by ARRIS Composite Aero Spoke with Ti end fittings—
Inner tubes700x25-35, 50mm Presta Valve, TPU—
HandlebarRoval Alpinist Cockpit II, Integrated Bar/Stem—
Bar tapeSupacaz Super Sticky Kush—
Rims—CADEX Ultra 40 WheelSystem, [F]40mm, [R]40mm
Hubs—[F] CADEX R3 Aero Hub, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle, [R] CADEX R3-C48 Aero Hub, 48T ratchet driver, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle
Seatpost clampSpecialized Alloy, 30.0mm, titanium bolt—
Spokes—CADEX Super Aero Carbon Spoke
Product ID221563—
Tyres—CADEX Classics, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding
Weight5.98 kg (13 lb, 2.9 oz), tubelessThe most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.
Extras—computer mount, fender mount, water bottle cages, tubeless prepared, 40mm max tire size
Size used for weighing56—
Maximum tyre clearance—40mm

Geometry

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GeometrySpecialized S-Works Aethos 2 - SRAM RED AXSGiant Defy Advanced SL 0