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NS1 RIVAL AXS
A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
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$5,599| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Rival AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'1" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'6" – 6'0"
5'8" – 6'2"
5'11" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Ventum NS1 is a versatile aero road bike that balances speed with comfort, suitable for various road conditions including dirt and gravel. It features a refined frame design for stiffness and aerodynamics, with a compliant ride quality. However, its integrated bar/stem combo may be too flexible for some riders, and the price point is on the higher side.
Versatile design suitable for aero road, all-road, and gravel
Refined frame shaping for stiffness and aerodynamics
Compliant ride quality
Competitive pricing and smart cable routing
Integrated bar/stem combo may be too flexible for aggressive riding
High price point
Middling weight and tyres that deaden ride feel
The updated Ventum NS1 is a multifaceted road design, focused on speed but able to hang on dirt roads and gravel.
BikerumorThe NS1 is a bike that it almost impossible to dislike and will serve plenty of riders well.
CyclistThe cockpit’s compliance meant outside of high-torque riding situations the front end of the bike was distinctly smooth.
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Feb 2026 · Jordan Villella
Ventum is back with a new version of its flagship aero road bike. The third-generation NS1 lands lighter, stiffer, and more refined.
Nov 2023 · Will Tracy
An extra 5 mm of tire clearance and redesigned carbon layup headline the tweaked frame design of the Ventum NS1 road bike.
Aug 2023 · Sam Challis
The second generation Ventum NS1 attempts to blend aero styling into a lightweight package to create an all-round race bike.
Competitive pricing
Smart cable routing
Good comfort
Clean design
Cable routing comes at cost of cockpit flexibility
Middling weight
Tyres deaden ride feel
Dec 2022 · RBA Staff
Ventum’s NS1 is built for speed
Competitive pricing for SRAM Rival AXS drivetrain
Easy assembly process
Highly responsive handling at speed
Wide tire clearance (28mm stock, 30mm recommended)
Direct-to-consumer model allows component customization
Stiff front end; lack of vertical compliance
Twitchy handling; not suitable for beginners
Heavy crankarms on Rival AXS (100g more than Force)
Limited color options
May 2022 · Josh Ross
Direct-to-consumer American triathlon brand makes the jump to road bikes with Ventum NS1, but is it a successful one?
Choose all the parts to match your preferred sizing
30mm tyre clearance
Aero optimization
Competitive pricing
Not everyone loves an integrated front end
Paint is subdued
Apr 2022 · Ben Delaney
200-plus miles on the consumer-direct aero bike leaves me impressed and eager for more.
| Frame | Ventum NS1 road frame | Full carbon fiber construction | Internal cable routing | T47 threaded BB | Flat mount disc brake | UDH BB Standard: T47, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Tire Clearance: 30c Colors: Aerochrome; Onyx; Limoncello; Obsidian; Topaz; Dune; Dove; Purple Reign; Shadow; Heritage; Rose Quartz |
|---|---|
| Fork | Ventum NS1 fork | Tapered carbon steerer | Internal brake routing | Flat mount disc brake | Carbon dropouts |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB T47 |
| Stem | XS: ZIPP Service Course | 90mm, S: ZIPP Service Course | 90mm, M: ZIPP Service Course | 90mm, M/L: ZIPP Service Course | 90mm, L: ZIPP Service Course | 90mm, XL: ZIPP Service Course | 100mm |
| Handlebar | XS: ZIPP Service Course 70 | 40cm, S: ZIPP Service Course 70 | 40cm, M: ZIPP Service Course 70 | 42cm, M/L: ZIPP Service Course 70 | 42cm, L: ZIPP Service Course 70 | 42cm, XL: ZIPP Service Course 70 | 44cm |
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Argo R5 | 140mm |
| Seatpost | Ventum carbon post | 10mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Rival AXS | 2x12 speed | Electronic shifting |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM Rival AXS | 2x12 speed | Electronic shifting |
| Crank | XS: SRAM Rival AXS Crankset | 48/35T chainrings | 165mm crank length, S: SRAM Rival AXS Crankset | 48/35T chainrings | 165mm crank length, M: SRAM Rival AXS Crankset | 48/35T chainrings | 170mm crank length, M/L: SRAM Rival AXS Crankset | 48/35T chainrings | 170mm crank length, L: SRAM Rival AXS Crankset | 48/35T chainrings | 172.5mm crank length, XL: SRAM Rival AXS Crankset | 48/35T chainrings | 172.5mm crank length |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival AXS | 2x12 speed | Electronic shifting |
| Cassette | SRAM Rival | XG 1250 | 10-30T |
| Chain | SRAM Rival E1 12-speed chain |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival AXS hydraulic disc brakes Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: ZIPP 303s | Tubeless, disc brake | Carbon, Rear: ZIPP 303s | Tubeless, disc brake | Carbon | XDR Driver |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe One | Performance RaceGuard | 700x30c |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerlock Paceline rotors | 160mm Front /140mm Rear |
First added April 27
Last updated June 1