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Today’s DealsS-Works Venge Frameset
A carbon frame aero frameset.
| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Specialized Venge is celebrated for its effortless speed and improved aerodynamics, making it a standout in the aero road bike category. It offers a smooth ride quality and excellent brake modulation, though it may lack some comfort compared to non-aero frames. The bike's versatility shines in fast group rides, crit racing, and even as a TT or triathlon bike with minor adjustments.
Effortless speed and improved aerodynamics
Smooth ride quality and excellent brake modulation
Versatile for various racing and riding conditions
Surprisingly comfortable for an aero bike
Direct steering and nimble handling
Lacks supple ability to soak up chatter compared to non-aero frames
Slight weight penalty
Not ideal for extended mountain climbing
This bike is fast. It might be the fastest road bike in the world.Bicycling
When you drop the sledge hammer this bike takes off like a rocket.
The Venge is getting better with age
“I would put myself as one of the favorites too. That’s definitely the goal. The goal could either be to do well or to win and I’m going to try to win.”
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Sep 2025
As the 2025 Worlds wrap up, let’s look back at the aero-optimised Specialized S-Works McLaren Venge that Cav rode to rainbow glory

Aug 2015 · Mike Yozell
Specialized says that the new S-Works Venge, and its accessories, can save you more than five minutes over 40 kilometers. That's a huge claim. And the company just might stick it.

Jul 2015 · R BA
Check out the Manx Missile's winning ride
Jul 2015 · Dan Cavallari
The sprinter catapulted his way to a stage 7 win at the Tour de France aboard his Venge, conquering bunch sprint ahead of André Greipel

Jun 2015 · Ben Delaney
Sets a new high mark for aero road bikes in terms of low drag and high performance
Jun 2015
By now many of you will have already seen Mark Cavendish and Peter Sagan riding Specialized’s new Venge ViAS at the Tour de Suisse. It’s perhaps the most radical departure from conventional bike design that we’ve seen in years and it’s sure to be polarising. After a claimed 1000 hours of testing, prototyping and

May 2013 · Bike Rob
We’ve had the Specialized Venge Pro for more than a year now and logged well over a thousand race and training miles between three test pilots. As with most aero bikes, you either love their looks or hate them, but make no mistake about it they are fast – faster than their round-tube cousins in …

May 2011 · Nick Legan
HTC-Highroad's Tejay Van Garderen hopes to ride his Specialized Venge to the top step of the podium at the Amgen Tour of California.
| Frame | Specialized FACT 11r carbon, FACT construction, aero-shaped tubing, compact race design, tapered 1-1/8"" to 1-3/8"" headtube, internal cable routing, carbon OSBB |
|---|---|
| Fork | S-Works FACT carbon full monocoque, OS race for 1-3/8"" bearing |
| Bottom Bracket | OS integrated, CeramicSpeed, sealed ceramic bearings |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper and 1-3/8"" lower, hybrid cartridge lightweight bearings, w/ custom Venge top cap |
| Seatpost | S-Works Venge, FACT carbon, flippable 20/0mm offset Type: Rigid |
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Last updated July 9
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