Is Specialized Aethos worth it?

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  • Review of first hand experience with Specialized Aethos road bike on a fun group ride.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 261

  • @EverythingsBeenDone
    @EverythingsBeenDone  3 роки тому +6

    Shall we Instagram 📲 bit.ly/DkleinIG

    • @KRTLyfe
      @KRTLyfe 3 роки тому +2

      Dude I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL! I get stuck watching it. I hate to compare you but…. You are like the Casey Neistat of the bike world.

  • @milanb.6022
    @milanb.6022 3 роки тому +29

    Abe is a style icon and will be missed by the viewers. I know for a fact riding in Kuwait is not the same as in PDX so maybe he'll get nostalgic and come visit

  • @Peppermynt.
    @Peppermynt. 3 місяці тому +1

    ONE OF THE ENDLESS AETHOS COMMENTS WAS HEARTED, THEY KNOW
    THIS IS ABSOLUTELY LEGENDARY

  • @jbweld600
    @jbweld600 3 роки тому +19

    Good to see the gang all together like that. Nice way to send Abe off 👋🏼

  • @AJHillis
    @AJHillis 3 роки тому +3

    That ride was no joke, I was very cracked and had to slow pedal to finish. But fun to relive it all in video form! Thanks 🤜🤛

    • @jamesewu
      @jamesewu 3 роки тому

      Same here, Alex. I cracked hard!

  • @matthewshaw3747
    @matthewshaw3747 3 роки тому +34

    See as you have a Specialized hook up, I’d be interested to see you throw a leg over the Diverge EVO. Flat bar gravel/90s mountain bike style.

    • @brozerosucks
      @brozerosucks 3 роки тому +3

      Ewwwwww

    • @MrVeeco
      @MrVeeco 3 роки тому

      Yes this.

    • @HollyBoni
      @HollyBoni 3 роки тому

      "Flat bar gravel" oh god! 😅

    • @andrew9579
      @andrew9579 29 днів тому

      Flat bar gravel sucks. The Spez Evo is a good bike however but not as a flat bar bike but rather as a drop bar bike. It has very similar geo to the Stigmata.

  • @tevemullins8156
    @tevemullins8156 3 роки тому +10

    Good day to have that bike during all that climbing. Cheers Abe!!

  • @helgarivers6281
    @helgarivers6281 2 роки тому +2

    I think this is the best bike review I've ever watched.

  • @chemboy63
    @chemboy63 Місяць тому

    Cool video. I have that same bike with a different paint scheme. It's the best bike I've ever had and it's not even close. I'm not a racer, just a rider and while I like the fact it has Tarmac geometry, it's a plus for me it's not as stiff as an anvle. Repeating myself here - I love this bike!

  • @RemarkaBIL
    @RemarkaBIL 3 роки тому +1

    Good times! Thanks for including the Corbett "fish ladder."

  • @Factory051
    @Factory051 3 роки тому +1

    Great to see Ron, briefly. Looks like a solid ride.

  • @marshalloram1999
    @marshalloram1999 3 роки тому +11

    Suko: “I need a shower” and Devin’s “tangled hangers challenge”

  • @groverhamann
    @groverhamann 2 роки тому

    I got a little teary eyed saying goodbye to Abe. What a gentleman. What a hero.

  • @cheronoliver6508
    @cheronoliver6508 3 роки тому +1

    Aethos is no joke on rough roads. I live in New York no smooth tarmac. 28 turbo cotton all day. Great report also

  • @crypto_que
    @crypto_que 2 роки тому

    This might be my new favorite cycling channel. I've never seen a more fun, more inclusive video about a bike, a cyclist & all his friends. Dope video!

  • @popitn2nd
    @popitn2nd 2 роки тому +1

    Wow that team edition Cannondale caught my eyes and attention. That is a rare bike.

  • @dennishaughton4554
    @dennishaughton4554 Місяць тому

    Damn I miss PDX. I lived there for a year. One of my favorite places in the world. And that says a lot from someone that is from Miami, FL. Nice video btw. I use to ride with a group of guys. The. Lawyers ride I believe it was called. 2 lawyers started the group.

  • @thelazyreconnoiter583
    @thelazyreconnoiter583 3 роки тому +3

    Twin 6 Standard Rando coming up?
    Love still getting to see the PNW in your videos from my newish home in the Midwest.

    • @johncalabrese7303
      @johncalabrese7303 3 роки тому

      Solid bike. I’ve been riding one for 6-8 months now.

  • @jbmorrill
    @jbmorrill 3 роки тому +3

    Definitely a dream bike. It’s great that specialized made something for riders instead of just racers. I built up an Open Min.D because it has a similar philosophy behind it but was slightly friendlier to my wallet.

  • @KillingTimewithStyle
    @KillingTimewithStyle 3 роки тому +2

    Solid video Dustin, speedy yet comfortable.
    Going to miss you Abe, respect! Dustin, looks like you’ll have make a video in Kuwait!

    • @EverythingsBeenDone
      @EverythingsBeenDone  3 роки тому +1

      That what we were thinking as well!

    • @KillingTimewithStyle
      @KillingTimewithStyle 3 роки тому

      @@EverythingsBeenDone When you go, prepare to experience some incredible Middle Eastern hospitality!

  • @Alex_564
    @Alex_564 3 роки тому +3

    That's a great amount of climbing. Also very fast for that amount of climbing. I'd like to see you review a bike from Squid & that Bearclaw drop bar fat bike.

    • @EverythingsBeenDone
      @EverythingsBeenDone  3 роки тому +2

      OMG that bear claw! Yes please!

    • @Alex_564
      @Alex_564 3 роки тому

      @@EverythingsBeenDone Also another bike that would be cool to review the Wilier Jaroon+, which is the 29+ model of the Jaroon gravel bike.

  • @kieronharvey
    @kieronharvey 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome as always. Slick rides, peeps and editing.

  • @etthealienouttheresomewher1296
    @etthealienouttheresomewher1296 3 роки тому

    Spent some time in Kuwait, the Old Souk is great for shopping and eating, when riding on the highway outside Kuwait City you need to keep an eye out for camels, they’re a lot bigger than deer!

  • @drewguttormson9368
    @drewguttormson9368 3 роки тому +7

    So much great footage in this video. Love the group ride vibe. How does this bike feel compared to your current road bikes?

  • @marcelhallare3127
    @marcelhallare3127 3 роки тому

    It's always good when Ron is around

  • @cobykluth1878
    @cobykluth1878 3 роки тому

    Got to have some Ibis Ripley. Mountain bikes need riding too! Get on it, please DK. LOVE seeing the big mother mountain crew back at it, mobbing Portland too.

  • @sixtwenty2181
    @sixtwenty2181 3 роки тому +5

    Curious to hear/see your opinion on some Ti rippers!

  • @AdamRomie
    @AdamRomie 3 роки тому +1

    "dont even get me started" I felt that

  • @dedndcrusr
    @dedndcrusr 3 роки тому +1

    Sick!! Love seeing Ron and the crew

  • @patrickbyr
    @patrickbyr 3 роки тому

    I'm having a bit of a "grass is greener" dilemma after buying a 2021 Roubaix this spring (Di2 & 303FC) and now watching so many Aethos videos. Yours is especially troubling. Sub 15 lbs w/pedals and cages is staggering. Nicely presented, enjoyed going along for the ride.

  • @phillipcowan1444
    @phillipcowan1444 3 роки тому +2

    As long as the sky is the limit I'd like to see a review of the Bearclaw Thunderhawk with the optional Ti fork (plastic forks are for picnics not bikes, hehe).

  • @m1les7
    @m1les7 3 роки тому +4

    Hammerhead??!!
    Ace vid, is the 3D saddle a life changing saddle?
    After years of riding and endless bike fits I’ve never found a saddle that I don’t get a sore ass from on any more than 60 miles .
    Great to see Ron, just need a Winston fix now! ❤️🐾🐾🏁🏁

    • @lukehendrickson3669
      @lukehendrickson3669 3 роки тому +2

      Specialized Romin Evo Comp Gel in 168mm does the trick for me. Messed with that one before?

    • @m1les7
      @m1les7 3 роки тому

      @@lukehendrickson3669 thanks buddy, I haven’t, I’ll have a look at that one! 👌👌💪💪

    • @StupidHandleGame
      @StupidHandleGame 3 роки тому +3

      The two most comfortable saddles I’ve ever owned are the Power Mirror and Selle Anatomica. My butt still gets sore on both. It just takes longer.

  • @billoneill6114
    @billoneill6114 3 роки тому

    So cool you got to try one of those. I would love to try such a lightweight high performance machine. Thanks the review and taking us along for yet another killer ride!

  • @SimonFeatherstone
    @SimonFeatherstone 3 роки тому +3

    Get SRAM to hook you up with the Grizl Suspension

  • @nastyfyme
    @nastyfyme 3 роки тому +2

    You deserve more recognition for this channel 🦕 I fancy your vibe (and taste in music 😁)

  • @eMikeBike
    @eMikeBike 3 роки тому +2

    Yeah, I definitely found myself wanting the Aethos--$1,200.00 my final offer!

  • @pault477
    @pault477 3 роки тому

    Thanks for providing the ride route.

  • @drsus0
    @drsus0 3 роки тому

    Mine is pink, because that’s all that was avail in my size… and im all about it now. The thing rides like the smoothest pink gummy bike ever (my daughter named it pink gummy)

  • @bwidharta
    @bwidharta 3 роки тому +2

    That awesome intro song thoo sounds so familiar...anybody know what it is?

  • @monrezee
    @monrezee 3 роки тому +2

    Love a Carl Henry sighting

  • @vongps2961
    @vongps2961 2 місяці тому

    9r Aethos is worth to buy, it is still around 700g frame weight, and much more durable than s-works and 10r versions.

  • @djduffy1000
    @djduffy1000 3 роки тому

    Great video as always, good review. All you dudes really crack me up, so much fun. If I ever get to the states ( Iam in the UK ) I would love to ride with you guy`s. Thanks DKLEIN.

  • @danielnieto3666
    @danielnieto3666 3 роки тому

    Mi hermano!!!!!
    Extrañaba esos videos largos,me traen paz😌!!!

  • @adamburke7745
    @adamburke7745 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks to U for my REBBL addiction!

  • @ianrichardson8657
    @ianrichardson8657 3 роки тому

    Came for a review, met loads of roadies ridin and eatin, I'm coming back for more and the review was a corker

  • @thomasgrantham7499
    @thomasgrantham7499 3 роки тому +2

    Abe will be missed

    • @billoneill6114
      @billoneill6114 3 роки тому +1

      I forget who it is but one of the guys has an MCR. (Magic carpet ride)

  • @tommahnke
    @tommahnke 3 роки тому +1

    How about a review of the Campagnolo gravel groupset. I just built a bike up with it and everyone else needs to know the joy that it brings.

    • @bobmajob1
      @bobmajob1 3 роки тому

      Or you could post your own review… ?

    • @tommahnke
      @tommahnke 3 роки тому

      @@bobmajob1 That would mean I am tech savvy enough to do that.. I am an old luddite....he asked for suggestions so...but you do have a point.

    • @bobmajob1
      @bobmajob1 3 роки тому

      @@tommahnke my 10 speed veloce can only go for so long. I need to know 🙏🏼😄

    • @tommahnke
      @tommahnke 3 роки тому +1

      @@bobmajob1 From one Campy guy to another. It is the bomb. My second ride on the new build was a 58 mile gravel grind in horrible central Texas July heat/humidity. It is flawless. Crisp shifts etc brakes amazing, life is short pull the trigger my friend.

  • @billoneill6114
    @billoneill6114 3 роки тому

    A titanium gravel bike review would be cool! Or even a nice aluminum bike with sweet components.

  • @kawabus
    @kawabus 3 роки тому +1

    +1 for the dub ps: 6k in elevation, you cats are rock stars!

  • @GuidolineMinivan
    @GuidolineMinivan 3 роки тому +1

    Well I would like you to test ride some adventure MTB. The Brother big bro, Nordest Sardinha, Maybe the Bombtrack Cale, or some Salsa: big bikes, big climbs, small trails. Gravel is dead.

    • @GuidolineMinivan
      @GuidolineMinivan 3 роки тому +1

      btw: nice video, I liked the reaggaedub section ;)

  • @bonnefires5835
    @bonnefires5835 3 роки тому

    Awesome episode Dustin! That bike is a beaut!

  • @jm95gpx
    @jm95gpx 3 роки тому +2

    DK! Do you notice a dramatic difference in elevation values from RWGPS and your Hammerhead K2? I seem to always see a significant increase in elevation gain when I transfer routes to the unit.

  • @aaronedgeart
    @aaronedgeart 3 роки тому +1

    That bike, that route, those guys... solid.

  • @simongant2947
    @simongant2947 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome video as always 👍. A review of the Salsa Warbird?

  • @platypushatstand
    @platypushatstand Рік тому +1

    2x Guinness down and this vid is even more enjoyable. Hell yeah. ❤. More reggae please in future vids.

  • @CL-dh2mf
    @CL-dh2mf 3 роки тому

    I'm just happy we're using the same style of tooth brush!🤠

  • @davidpeters4914
    @davidpeters4914 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the review. I'm in the market for a new road bike. My local shop is trying to convince me to buy an Aethos, but I just don't like the look. It's a lot of money, and if I have to look at it for several years, its gotta be pretty!

  • @lookie9652
    @lookie9652 3 роки тому

    love to see Scotts new addict gravel

  • @KillingTimewithStyle
    @KillingTimewithStyle 3 роки тому +1

    Here we go!

  • @VisualAFMedia
    @VisualAFMedia 3 роки тому +3

    Cool ppl. I guess we gotta plan a mission to rescue Abe.

  • @markjohnson5502
    @markjohnson5502 3 роки тому

    Re: Bike reviews, a video with Adanger would be pretty rad, could probably make a few considering....

  • @1RA787
    @1RA787 3 роки тому +3

    EE brakes are the sh*t. Modulates brakes like a mf’er. Expensive but worth it 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @mohdzulfadli6276
    @mohdzulfadli6276 3 роки тому

    Would love to see you to try out Ritchey Outback or Breakaway and see how they do

  • @garypostell5268
    @garypostell5268 3 роки тому

    Absolutely beautiful bike

  • @jonathanwang5099
    @jonathanwang5099 3 роки тому

    Had to give up cycling back in kuwait. Been there several years. Not a cycling friendly place, UAE instead

  • @bmagaziner
    @bmagaziner 3 роки тому

    enjoying recent spectacles

  • @orthooffice7560
    @orthooffice7560 3 роки тому

    I'd lilke to see you ride more of the yellow willier :)

  • @jackandrew3579
    @jackandrew3579 3 роки тому +1

    7:35 I was thinking i know guy that says ‘everything’s been done’ a lot 🤣 #EBD

  • @davefoster7307
    @davefoster7307 3 роки тому +1

    Would love to see you try out a Lauf!

    • @EverythingsBeenDone
      @EverythingsBeenDone  3 роки тому +1

      Funny you mentions this. That is what the XPLR group is built up on that I will be riding at the moment.

    • @davefoster7307
      @davefoster7307 3 роки тому

      True! Albeit a Lauf with a telescopic fork 😬
      Looking forward to hearing more about it!

  • @tjbarke6086
    @tjbarke6086 2 роки тому

    So, did Abe come back? I'm pretty sure he's been in other more recent vids... unless those were all filmed before this...

  • @K777John
    @K777John Рік тому

    My dream bike-I just can’t convince myself to drop that much money on a new bike-so will continue with my Roubaix……..but Aethos dreaming.

  • @GAnDhYoNe
    @GAnDhYoNe 3 роки тому +1

    Try the Fairlight Secan

  • @PeterSdrolias
    @PeterSdrolias 3 роки тому

    Would love a review of the Pursuit All Road. Company is based out of Bozeman, Montana.

  • @tolulopeobe
    @tolulopeobe 3 роки тому +1

    😂😂😂
    “Don’t be shy, reapply”

  • @daniboi79
    @daniboi79 3 роки тому

    This a GREAT video Dustin. Thank you!

  • @aybee69
    @aybee69 3 роки тому

    Awesome video, as per yOOz-yU-AL! I would LOVE to see you review some budget friendly bikes like the State Allroad 6160. Or a budget bike shootout or sumthin'. Hell... I'd even send you my Poseidon X to use in the comparison. Seriously. Just send it back....pretty please? Lol

  • @fengyink
    @fengyink 3 роки тому

    I have been looking for critical review for aethos and still waiting for a decent one. Ordered a pro this morning - it cost 8500 bucks for 2022 version. It has a power meter now for an extra 1100….rest remain almost the same.

  • @robaast
    @robaast 3 роки тому

    Awesome ride, awesome bike. Most importantly, how do you like the Hammerhead? Seriously looking at one.

  • @rudyelizondo1935
    @rudyelizondo1935 3 роки тому +3

    Man, sounds like a nice bike Bro! Too bad it costs like a million bucks because the average joe like me can’t afford it, even if I put it on my credit card

  • @oztursen
    @oztursen Рік тому

    Did I need this bike...No...Did I but this bike...YES!

  • @cb6866
    @cb6866 3 роки тому +1

    Very cool.....thanks for sharing . Peace

  • @WhiskeyFan
    @WhiskeyFan 3 роки тому +1

    Hey DK can you take a Specialized Diverge, Sport Carbon maybe, on a spin?? Thanks

  • @rowbradley
    @rowbradley 3 роки тому

    Would love to see some Canyon bikes in the mix!

  • @JT-uh6je
    @JT-uh6je 3 роки тому

    Canyon endurace bikes, compared to Aethos. Please!

  • @shawn595
    @shawn595 2 роки тому

    The song in the intro is amazing! Any chance anyone know what number of Chances with Wolves it’s from? Shazam is of no help.

  • @garypostell5268
    @garypostell5268 3 роки тому

    These are your best vids 💯🇺🇸💪❤️👍🎯

  • @LocalCyclingNetwork
    @LocalCyclingNetwork 3 роки тому

    Can we talk about that t-shirt though!

  • @richardharker2775
    @richardharker2775 3 роки тому +1

    Nice intro music Mr. Klein.

    • @bwidharta
      @bwidharta 3 роки тому

      Yess about that intro music...sounds so familiar anybody got any idea what song it is?

  • @Oofteam1
    @Oofteam1 4 місяці тому +1

    I DRAAAAAAAANK AN 8 BALL OF COKE

  • @davereinhart6650
    @davereinhart6650 3 роки тому

    So, how about giving a Scarab with Campy Ekar a try??? 😎 I hear they are the cat’s pajamas…

  • @TrentJulien
    @TrentJulien 5 місяців тому

    Review the BMC Roadmaster two X

  • @HennessyPatrick
    @HennessyPatrick 3 роки тому

    Id be very interested in seeing your reaction to the Poseidon X and Redwood.

  • @W2TW
    @W2TW 3 роки тому +1

    I like watching videos of products I will never own.....

  • @johnc5188
    @johnc5188 3 роки тому

    you should ride
    Ibis Hakka MX 650B
    Allied Able 700C
    something Ti for a carbon comparo

  • @codythomas5913
    @codythomas5913 3 роки тому

    cheers on using "starlight" a total banger

    • @connoriredale
      @connoriredale 3 роки тому

      is that the song at the beginning of the video? trying to find it

    • @codythomas5913
      @codythomas5913 3 роки тому

      @@connoriredale ua-cam.com/video/KQBHBcU8yZo/v-deo.html

    • @codythomas5913
      @codythomas5913 3 роки тому

      @@connoriredale truly one of the best songs this universe has to offer

  • @hockeymommyrtlebeech4852
    @hockeymommyrtlebeech4852 3 роки тому

    Dang it... missed everyone!!!

  • @s3cr3td00rindar00m
    @s3cr3td00rindar00m 3 роки тому

    Subscribed right now

  • @aandres87
    @aandres87 7 місяців тому

    just found your channel, have you tried Basso bikes?

  • @mruizsr
    @mruizsr 3 роки тому +1

    3D printed shoes?!? WTF? LOL Great ride!

  • @jok658
    @jok658 Рік тому

    Love your stuff