2026 Specialized S-Works Aethos 2 – Break the Rules
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Engineered for the love of the ride, the S-Works Aethos 2 continues to redefine the essence of performance cycling. At just 595 grams, it remains the lightest production road frame in the world, yet its true brilliance lies in how it feels—supple, responsive, and impossibly smooth. Built to disappear beneath you, Aethos 2 delivers a ride experience that transcends racing categories.
The refined FACT 12r Carbon frameset introduces fully hidden cable routing, creating a sleeker aesthetic while improving aerodynamics and maintenance ease. A new data-driven endurance geometry enhances comfort without sacrificing agility, and increased tire clearance provides room for versatility on rougher roads.
Every detail is pure precision—from the Roval Alpinist Integrated Cockpit II and CLX III carbon wheels to the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 12-speed drivetrain with a dual-sided 4iiii power meter. At just 6.05 kg (size 56, tubeless), this is the pinnacle of lightweight road performance—built to climb faster, descend smoother, and ride longer.
Key Highlights
Frame/Fork: FACT 12r Carbon Frame / FACT 12r Carbon Fork, fully internal routing, Rider-First Engineered™ design
Drivetrain: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 2×12 with 4iiii Precision Pro dual-sided power meter
Brakes: Shimano Dura-Ace BR-R9270 hydraulic disc, 160/140 mm rotors
Wheels/Tires: Roval Alpinist CLX III Carbon Wheelset / S-Works Turbo TLR 700×28 tubeless
Cockpit: Roval Alpinist Integrated Cockpit II bar/stem / Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost
Weight: 6.05 kg (size 56, tubeless setup)
Fit: Performance Endurance Geometry
Tire Clearance: Up to 32 mm
Colours: TBA
Sizes: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
Designed for riders who value perfection over convention, the S-Works Aethos 2 breaks every rule in pursuit of one goal: to deliver the purest, most exhilarating road ride ever created.
