Posted on here about whether I should get an Aethos or if it was just sex appeal. Originally was going to order a frame and build my own and then came across this well spec’d/maintained 2023 for the price of a new frame and jumped on it. 

To all those who gave me feedback on my last post, Thank you. It was honest and helpful. You all convinced me to finally pull the trigger, I really do appreciate it.

Honestly, after about 100 miles I think this is the greatest bike I have ever ridden. It’s just so fun. I suspect I may end up selling my Canyon Aero because I can’t imagine a when I would choose to ride it over this bike. 

The Aethos is fast, stupid light, comfortable, and so smooth. But most importantly it is perky. I’m so happy I took the risk and bought one without testing it. Also the greenish/translucent paint is jaw dropping. Also one of the few bikes that doesn’t look awkward in 60cm+. 

Specs:
2023 Specialized Aethos 61cm
Shimano Ultegra 8100 Di2 12 speed 
172.5cm crankset with 52/36 rings, 11-34 cassette. 
Ceramic Speed Bottom bracket 
Zipp 404 Firecrest wheelset
Vitoria Corsa 28c tires 
Enve 110mm stem and Enve Ses Ar 42/47 bar

Build weight per my scale with pedals was 16.58 lbs

 

NBD(technically week) Specilized Aethos.