2026 Specialized S-Works Aethos 2 Frameset - FACT 12r Carbon

At just 595 grams, the S-Works Aethos 2 is the lightest production road frame in the world. But that was never the point. Built by breaking the rules of racing to deliver pure road riding bliss, Aethos 2 is engineered to disappear beneath you. Impossibly responsive, supple, and sublime. Now with increased tire clearance and data-based fit-enhancing geometry, it brings that transcendent ride feel to more riders than ever. Aethos 2 breaks the rules, for the love of the ride.

• 595g FACT 12r Carbon Frame: Lightest production road frame in the world — lighter than the water bottle in your cage.
• FACT 12r Carbon Fork: 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, Rider First Engineered.
• Ceramic Speed SLT Headset: Friction-free steering precision that lasts longer than steel.
• Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost: Lightweight clamp included with titanium bolt.
• 15mm Taller Stack: Takes pressure off hands, neck, and shoulders for all-day comfort.
• 7mm Longer Wheelbase: More confidence to push the pace on descents.
• 0.5° Slacker Head Tube: Nimble but intuitive handling — reads your mind.
• Threaded BB + Flat-Mount Disc: UDH dropout, hidden cable routing, 12x142mm rear.

At just 595 grams, the S-Works Aethos 2 is the lightest production road frame in the world. But that was never the point. Built by breaking the rules of racing to deliver pure road riding bliss, Aethos 2 is engineered to disappear beneath you.