I own a S-Works tarmac SL 7, Cannondale Lab 71 Supersix, and Allez Sprint. This is my go-to bike. It has compliance, stiffness, and great handling. It may not have the sick aero look of SL7 but the ride quality is where its at.

If you can get over the silly price, the Aethos is probably the best road frameset on the market for general riding. No aero nonsense, no crazy integration at the front end, just a lightweight, stiff and comfy frameset that is great for long rides, short blasts and everything in between.

The ulitmate in beauty and lightweight design! Could not be happier!

Unbelievable ride - quick, responsive and lively.

I am a 61yo male who now rides recreationally at 6-8,000miles per year. Preferred courses are hilly. In the last 15 or so years have had a Cervelo R3 SL, a Cervelo R5, a Trek Emonda SL and a BMC Roadmachine (my current other road bike). I have also rented a number of different Specialized, Trek, and Pinarello road bikes. Aero frames are of little interest to me. I was intrigued by the Aethos and opted to take the plunge on an S-Works Aethos frame. Built it up with Dura-Ace Di2/hydraulic, Hunt wheels with 28mm Schwalbe Tubeless tires. Have now been riding it for 8+ months with a few thousand miles on it, alternating some with the BMC. Gotta say, this bike's ride is absolutely phenomenal - solid and confidence inspiring on all terrains, especially hilly ones. The other thing is I just love it's understated looks - rode a century and no-one knew what it was! Perfect! Easily my favorite ever ride - The Aethos just makes me smile every time I ride it!