Marketed as a superlight climbing bike. Supposedly to compete with the Aethos 2. I wanted a classic traditional double triangle frameset with UDH and 35c tire clearance. This was one of a handful that was currently out. Bought the frameset, built it up with parts from another build.
Handling wise, it’s super agile. Not the stiffest bike I’ve owned and not the snappiest bike but good enough. Super stable on descents. I was worried about the relatively lax HTA at 72 degrees but I can’t quite say I could feel the difference between bikes I’ve owned with 73-73.5 degrees.
Overall build weight isn’t as light as I thought it was but I’m not a weight weenie. As pictured it’s 15 pounds (no saddle bag/computer) with pedals. Force E1 everything except crankarms and a Red cassette.
Trying out the Gemini chainring. Looks wise it’s growing on me but still up in the air if I want to go back to 2x.
Overall really happy with this. It can fit 35mm Schwalbe G One R with good room by the fork and chainstays. Tightest spot is behind the seatube from the tires height. I can take pics of it if yall want.
Planning to see what comes out from major brands this year, as I might use this as my road race bike.
Overall really happy with the build. Ari customer support was good. Had my decision to buy it over the weekend. Called first thing Monday (paid for express shipping) and got the bike by Wednesday and built up yesterday. They were very communicative by email and kept me update on the shipping.
Time will tell if I really come to like this bike but so far it’s my favorite looking bike I’ve owned. My favorite feeling bike was a Giant TCR and this thing is very close to it.
by FreeChocolate4