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Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Geometry, Reviews, and Specs

Fit and steering

Aggressive fitSlow steeringFast steeringRelaxed fit

Weight—

Climbing5.0

Aero10.0

Comfort5.0

Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Sizing Guide

What it's like to ride

A lightweight road bike without the Tarmac's aero brief. It climbs and floats; it does not try to be a Tarmac SL8 in a crosswind. The position is still race-adjacent, not Roubaix-tall.

Who it's for

Climbers and riders who want a light Specialized that isn't a full aero race bike. Not an endurance bike. The S-Works kit is the halo build — same geometry as the non-S-Works page for this year, different parts.

Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Geometry Chart

Size	Stack	Reach	Stack/reach	Stem	Bar	Crank	Head tube angle	Seat tube angle	Chainstay	Wheelbase	BB drop	Wheel size
49	514 mm	369 mm	1.39:1	80 mm	380 mm	165 mm	71.8°	75.5°	410 mm	973 mm	74 mm	700c
52	527 mm	374 mm	1.41:1	90 mm	400 mm	170 mm	72.5°	74.0°	410 mm	976 mm	74 mm	700c
54	544 mm	379 mm	1.44:1	100 mm	420 mm	172.5 mm	73.0°	74.0°	410 mm	980 mm	72 mm	700c
56	565 mm	387 mm	1.46:1	100 mm	420 mm	172.5 mm	73.5°	73.5°	410 mm	991 mm	72 mm	700c
58	591 mm

What's new for the 2026 year

2025 chart

2026 colorways

Adds Prismatic Fade / Dove Metallic. Drops Champagne / Smoke.

Prismatic Fade / Dove Metallic · metallic · new
Champagne / Smoke · dropped

New: Prismatic Fade / Dove Metallic · metallic.
Gone: Champagne / Smoke.

What changed in the bike frame

Same published geometry as 2025.

Published geometry matches the 2025 Specialized S-Works Aethos. Same sizes, same stack and reach.

What changed in equipment

These are the verified 2026 builds. No 2025 sheet to compare.

S-Works Aethos · SRAM RED AXS, 2x12.
Specialized S-Works Aethos 2 review verdict The mantra of the previous Aethos was to be admired: illegally light, indifferently aero and as aggressive as Specialized’s flagship WorldTour bike ...

What changed in price

2026 launch prices are in. No 2025 MSRP to compare.

S-Works Aethos $13,999.

Compare 2026 and 2025 Specialized S-Works Aethos side by side

2026 Reviews

Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Components and Specs

S-Works Aethos

$13,999 · 2026 launch MSRP

Component	Brand	Model	Size
Shifters	SRAM	RED AXS E1 HRD	2×12
Front derailleur	SRAM	RED AXS E1	braze-on
Rear derailleur	SRAM	RED AXS E1	36T max
Crankset	SRAM	RED AXS E1 with power meter	48/35 49165mm 52170mm 54172.5mm 56172.5mm 58175mm 61175mm
Cassette	SRAM	XG-1290 E1	10-33, 12-speed
Chain	SRAM	RED E1 Flattop	12-speed
Power meter	SRAM	RED AXS E1	spindle
Brakes	SRAM	RED AXS E1 HRD	hydraulic disc
Rotors	SRAM	Paceline X	160mm centerlock

Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Geometry Chart

Size	Stack	Reach	Stack/reach	Stem	Bar	Crank	Head tube angle	Seat tube angle	Chainstay	Wheelbase	BB drop	Wheel size
49	514 mm	369 mm	1.39:1	80 mm	380 mm	165 mm	71.8°	75.5°	410 mm	973 mm	74 mm	700c
52	527 mm	374 mm	1.41:1	90 mm	400 mm	170 mm	72.5°	74.0°	410 mm	976 mm	74 mm	700c
54	544 mm	379 mm	1.44:1	100 mm	420 mm	172.5 mm	73.0°	74.0°	410 mm	980 mm	72 mm	700c
56	565 mm	387 mm	1.46:1	100 mm	420 mm	172.5 mm	73.5°	73.5°	410 mm	991 mm	72 mm	700c
58	591 mm

Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Components and Specs

S-Works Aethos

$13,999 · 2026 launch MSRP

Component	Brand	Model	Size
Shifters	SRAM	RED AXS E1 HRD	2×12
Front derailleur	SRAM	RED AXS E1	braze-on
Rear derailleur	SRAM	RED AXS E1	36T max
Crankset	SRAM	RED AXS E1 with power meter	48/35 49165mm 52170mm 54172.5mm 56172.5mm 58175mm 61175mm
Cassette	SRAM	XG-1290 E1	10-33, 12-speed
Chain	SRAM	RED E1 Flattop	12-speed
Power meter	SRAM	RED AXS E1	spindle
Brakes	SRAM	RED AXS E1 HRD	hydraulic disc
Rotors	SRAM	Paceline X	160mm centerlock

Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Geometry, Reviews, and Specs

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Specialized S-Works Aethos 2026 Geometry Chart