Specialized Aethos Comp – Rival eTap AXS 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
5,000$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Rival eTAP -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49cm
155cm - 163cm
52cm
161cm - 169cm
54cm
166cm - 175cm
56cm
172cm - 181cm
58cm
178cm - 186cm
61cm
183cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aethos FACT 10R Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Suspension Fork
FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival eTap AXS, 12-speed
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, braze-on
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
Cassette
SRAM Rival, 12-speed, 10-36t
Crank
SRAM Rival, 48/35T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA 68
Chain
SRAM Rival 12-speed
Wheels
Rims
Front: DT Swiss R470 rim, 20mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples., Rear: DT Swiss R470 rim, 20mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples.
Tires
Front: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm, Rear: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x26mm
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Rival 1, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt
Handlebar
Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 574 mm | 577 mm | 579 mm | 591 mm | 606 mm | 613 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 63 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| Stack | 511 mm | 524 mm | 541 mm | 562 mm | 588 mm | 609 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 377 mm | 381 mm | 392 mm | 399 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 505 mm | 528 mm | 537 mm | 559 mm | 574 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 431 mm | 462 mm | 481 mm | 504 mm | 532 mm | 567 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.75 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 109 mm | 120 mm | 137 mm | 157 mm | 184 mm | 204 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 972 mm | 975 mm | 988 mm | 1002 mm | 1009 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 725 mm | 745 mm | 766 mm | 793 mm | 821 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 161 cm | 166 cm | 172 cm | 178 cm | 183 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 163 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 181 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm |
Model Overview
Aethos Comp – Rival eTap AXS belongs to the Specialized Aethos model. Specialized released 38 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Aethos bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Specialized Aethos Comp – Rival eTap AXS 2022 has a starting price of 5000$. Specialized S-Works Aethos – Founder’s Edition 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 14871$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Endurance bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Endurance bike is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5000$. If we compare this with the average Endurance bike cost we notice that the price is 113.13% higher.
Aethos Comp – Rival eTap AXS components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The Aethos Comp – Rival eTap AXS 2022 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Aethos Comp – Rival eTap AXS comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 191 cm (5.09 ft – 6.27 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.