Aethos 2 Frameset

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I recommend the Aethos 2 Frameset to riders who want cutting-edge weight savings without race-bike harshness. The 705g FACT 10r frame feels lively under power but stays composed on rough pavement. It’s one of the easiest premium framesets to build thanks to the threaded BB and smart routing."

The Aethos 2 Frameset represents a different philosophy of road bike design—one driven by feel rather than rules. Specialized stripped away unnecessary material and relied on Flow State Design to create tube shapes that deliver stiffness through form, not bulk. The result is one of the lightest production road frames in its class, engineered to feel responsive, smooth, and intuitive on every ride.

This frameset uses FACT 10r carbon and Rider First Engineered construction, ensuring identical ride characteristics across all frame sizes. The Performance Endurance geometry features a slightly taller stack, longer wheelbase, and refined head tube angles, creating stability on descents and comfort on long climbs. Flat-mount disc brakes and thru-axles enhance braking precision and tracking, while internal cable routing keeps the build clean and aerodynamic.

With clearance for up to 35mm tires, the Aethos 2 Frameset expands beyond traditional smooth pavement, opening the door to rougher roads and longer days in the saddle. Designed for riders who value ride quality above all else, it’s the perfect starting point for a lightweight, no-compromise road build.

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