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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 Comparison155cm – 168cm
163cm – 174cm
170cm – 181cm
175cm – 187cm
181cm – 193cm
188cm – 200cm
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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
Responsive handling at speed
Competitive pricing and direct-to-consumer model
Customizable component spec
Easy assembly with pre-installed handlebar
Preference for 48/35 chainrings with 10-33t cassette
Twitchy handling for less experienced riders
Lack of vertical compliance, especially front end
Rough ride on bumpy roads
Limitations of hookless rims (tubeless-only compatability)
Rival AXS crankarms add weight
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 27 April
Last updated 13 June