About The Ventum NS1 V3 Carbon SRAM Red AXS Disc Road Bike
The Ventum NS1 V3 Carbon SRAM Red AXS Disc Road Bike is a third-generation carbon race bike for road racing, fast group rides, and long efforts spent in an aero position. The frame weighs 852 g in size M/L, more than 200 g lighter than the previous NS1. Its front end is modeled on Ventum's Tempus TT bike, so the V3 is lighter and more aerodynamic without losing the quick handling the NS1 is known for.
The weight came off while stiffness went up: Ventum reports the new frame is 7.7% stiffer at the head tube and 11.9% stiffer at the bottom bracket. This build comes with a complete SRAM Red AXS 2x12 wireless groupset with an integrated power meter, Zipp 454 NSW tubeless carbon wheels, and Schwalbe One 30 mm tires. That makes it a top-tier race build that also gives you power data.
Who It's For
- Road racers and criterium riders who want a light, stiff, aero-shaped frame
- Fast group riders who spend long stretches in the drops and want slightly more stack to hold that position
- Riders who train with power, since the Red AXS crankset includes a power meter
- Consider a different bike if you want gravel capability (35 mm maximum tire clearance) or a more upright endurance fit
What to Look For
- Size against your current fit, not old NS1 charts. Stack and reach grew slightly on the V3, mostly in the larger sizes. Sizes run XS–XL, and availability varies by color.
- Check the gearing against your terrain. The 48/35 chainrings with a 10-36 cassette give a wide range for steep climbs. The 10-tooth cog offsets the smaller big ring at high speed.
- Plan your tire choice. It ships with 30 mm tires and has room for up to 700x35c on rough pavement. It is not a gravel bike.
Key Features
Frame and fork: Most of the weight savings come from the carbon. Ventum moved to higher-modulus fiber and a new layup, and trimmed mass from the front end and seatstays. An hourglass head tube narrows frontal area, and the leading edge now extends forward of the steerer to make a cleaner airfoil. The redesigned fork uses deeper airfoil legs to manage airflow and add stiffness.
Groupset: SRAM Red AXS wireless electronic shifting handles both derailleurs, with a Red E1 chain and an XG-1290 cassette. Crank length scales with frame size: 165 mm on XS/S, 170 mm on M and M/L, and 172.5 mm on L/XL. Shorter riders don't need to swap cranks out of the box.
Braking: SRAM Red AXS hydraulic disc brakes stop on Paceline X Centerlock rotors, 160 mm front and 140 mm rear, using flat-mount calipers on both the frame and fork.
Wheels and tires: The Zipp 454 NSW carbon wheels are tubeless-ready and use an XDR driver for the 10-tooth cassette. They come fitted with Schwalbe One 700x30c tires.
Integration and serviceability: The Ventum CR2 one-piece cockpit and fully internal routing keep the front end clean. A T47 threaded bottom bracket (SRAM DUB) and a UDH derailleur hanger keep long-term service simple. The seatpost is a Ventum carbon post with 10 mm offset.
Rider Intent Summary
- Biggest strengths: 852 g frame, measurably stiffer than the previous version, and a complete Red AXS build with power meter
- Tradeoffs: The one-piece cockpit makes bar and stem changes a full-component swap, and 35 mm clearance limits rough-road use
- What makes it different: A TT-derived front end on a lightweight road frame, with fit updated to hold aero longer
Victory's Take
At Victory Bicycle Studio, we see the NS1 V3 as one of the most complete race builds in its class. Because the CR2 cockpit fixes bar width and stem length to each size, we recommend a professional fit before you choose your frame.
What you get

Ventum NS1 V3 Carbon SRAM Red AXS Disc Road Bike
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the bike packaged and how long does delivery take?
All bikes are securely packaged to ensure that damage doesn't occur during shipping. All parts of the bike are padded and if needed, zip tied to minimize or eliminate movement inside the box. Once a bike is handed to the shipping company (usually Fedex or UPS), depending on your location, delivery will range from 1 day to 8 days. If you do choose the option for Professional Assembly or White Glove Delivery, this can add anywhere from 2 days to 5 days to the lead time.
Can I finance the purchase of my new bike?
Yes. Simply select the Shop Pay Installments option which will allow you to buy now and pay later. Shop Pay Installments is powered by Affirm. If you would like to determine your spending limit, simply download the Shop app or the Affirm app on your smartphone and after you create an account on one of these apps, the app will let you know what is your spending limit.
Can I return the bike if it doesn't suit my needs?
Our return process is as follows. The customer is responsible for the return label ($150). Once the returned bike arrives at our warehouse, our team will inspect it and make sure it is in new condition and undamaged. Once we verify, we will process the return and issue a refund to the original payment method on file. To clarify the amount refunded, it would just be the amount of the bike (and tax if applicable) less the $150 shipping label that we provided, but the original shipping is not refunded. So if the original bike cost $4,500 and shipping was $150 (so you paid $4,650), you would be refunded $4,350 (the $4,500 less $150 for the return label) assuming the bike was returned in new and un-used condition and within the 30 day return period.
What does the warranty of my new bike or product cover and what is the warranty period?
Depending on the bike or any product, different companies have different warranty policies. If you do ever have an issue with your bike or any product, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will assist with any warranty issues and clarify the warranty for the affected product.
Can I have my bike serviced at any bike shop?
Typically, to avoid any issues with your warranty, you should bring your bike to a certified mechanic or bike store for that bike (i.e. if you have a Trek bicycle, you should bring the bike to be serviced to a local bike store that is an authorized Trek dealer). If you need assistance, simply email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we can direct you to a certified dealer of your bike.
Do you ship bikes internationally?
We unfortunately do not ship bikes outside of the 48 contiguous states of the United States. We do recommend for international customers to open (or use a current account) account with a freight forwarding company. If you use a freight forwarding company located in the U.S., make sure to put your billing address for a dedicated credit card as the same address as the freight forwarder so that you don't have any credit card or payment method issues).
Once you do this, simply place an order with us and we can ship to the U.S. address as long as the credit card doesn't get rejected. Once the freight forwarder has the box/order/shipment, you would instruct them to then ship to you in your home country and they would charge you their own shipping charge to ship to your international address.
Do you offer free shipping?
We do offer free shipping on non-bike orders over $100. We do not offer free shipping for bicycles unless it is a one time promotion. Generally, bike shipping will cost $150 and that covers just the shipping of the bike with no assembly. If you were to bring that bike to your local mechanic or bike store, you would pay them their assembly fee. If you choose our Professional Assembly option for $200, our service technicians would assemble the bike before shipping and then re-pack the bike safely for transit. When you receive the bike you would attach the front wheel, attach the seatpost/saddle, and raise the handlebars and clamp them. Those three items do have to be detached to minimize or eliminate the chance of damage in transit.
How much does shipping cost?
For orders of parts, accessories, apparel, etc. on orders under $100, shipping is a flat rate of $9.99. Regular bike shipping without assembly is $150, bike shipping with Professional Assembly is an additional $200 (so $350 in total which includes the $150 of regular shipping). Our White Glove Delivery option is $699 and that will cover the assembly of the bike and our White Glove Delivery partner delivering your dream bike to your front door, ready to ride!
How can I track my order?
When you place your online order, you will receive an instantaneous email update with your order number and order details, and shortly after, you will receive a follow up order email with the tracking number for your order. If you still need assistance with your order, feel free to email us at online@victorybicyclestudio.com and we will respond asap.
What happens if my package arrives damaged?
If your package arrives damaged, email online@victorybicyclestudio.com with pictures of all angles of the box and pictures of the damaged product and we will work with you to either send a new replacement asap and coordinate return (or re-imburse you for labor or costs incurred to fix the issue at your local bike store).
Are pedals included with the bike?
If you do not see pedals in the bullet point product specs on the product page, the bike does not come equipped with pedals. Many manufacturers do not spec bikes with pedals, so they are often purchased separately.
If I only pay the $150 for bike shipping, can I assemble the bike on my own?
Victory Bicycle Studio highly recommends that you bring your bike to your local certified bike store for the brand of the bike that you purchased. If you do attempt to assemble the bike and damage occurs, this may result in your warranty not being honored. For that reason, we do highly recommend to select our Professional Assembly option for $299.