About The Ventum NS1 V3 Carbon SRAM Force AXS Road Bike
The Ventum NS1 V3 is a full carbon, electronically-shifted road bike built as an aero all-rounder — suited to race day, structured training, and long unstructured rides alike. This third-generation frame is more than 200g lighter than its predecessor, weighing just 852g in a M/L, and tests 7.7% stiffer at the head tube and 11.9% stiffer at the bottom bracket. This build pairs SRAM Force AXS electronic shifting and a crank-based power meter with ZIPP 404 S carbon wheels and the Ventum CR2 one-piece carbon cockpit.
The front end has been reshaped for aerodynamics, drawing on Ventum's Tempus time trial bike: the leading edge extends forward of the steerer for a cleaner airfoil, and an hourglass head tube narrows the frame's waist to cut frontal area, with deeper fork airfoils to match. Geometry keeps the NS1's race-oriented handling nimble in corners and stable at speed, while stack and reach have increased on larger sizes for an aero position that's easier to hold.
Who It's For
• Racers and fast group-ride riders who want one bike for race day, training, and long days, not a fleet of specialists.
• Riders who want electronic shifting and a built-in power meter without a top-tier groupset.
• Riders splitting time between flat tarmac and climbs who want a frame that resists wind without sacrificing climbing manners.
• Riders needing gravel-specific clearance or geometry should look at a different platform.
What to Look For
• Confirm fit against the stock size chart: crank length, bar width, and stem length change across XS–XL, and the CR2 one-piece cockpit means bar and stem aren't swapped independently.
• Weigh the gearing: a 48/35T crank paired with a 10-36T cassette favors mixed and climbing terrain over flat-out criterium gearing.
• Factor in tires: stock 700x30c Schwalbe One tires are race-oriented; the frame's true ceiling is 700x35c.
Key Features
Frame and fork: A new layup and higher-modulus carbon cut over 200g versus the previous NS1 without losing stiffness — 7.7% stiffer at the head tube, 11.9% stiffer at the bottom bracket, for a chassis that responds under power and tracks predictably in corners. Internal cable routing, a T47 threaded bottom bracket, flat mount disc brakes, and a UDH derailleur hanger keep the build serviceable and current.
Groupset and shifting: SRAM Force AXS is a 2x12-speed electronic groupset with hydraulic disc braking built into the shifters, so shifts stay wireless and consistent regardless of cable wear. The crankset's built-in power meter gives training riders wattage data with no aftermarket add-on, and the 10-36T cassette adds climbing range.
Braking: SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc brakes pair with Centerlock Paceline X rotors, 160mm front and 140mm rear, for predictable stopping power under hard braking.
Wheels and tires: ZIPP 404 S wheels are carbon, tubeless, and hookless, with a 45mm rim depth and 23mm internal width built for aerodynamics without excess weight. Stock tires are 700x30c Schwalbe One; the frame accepts up to 700x35c.
Standout technology: The Ventum CR2 one-piece carbon bar and stem integrates cabling and cleans up the front end, with an integrated computer mount, sold separately.
Rider Intent Summary
• Biggest strengths: A lighter, stiffer frame paired with an aero-focused redesign and a wide-range electronic groupset built around a power meter.
• Tradeoffs: Max tire clearance tops out at 700x35c, so riders planning wider tires for gravel or rough-road comfort should look elsewhere.
• What makes it different: A Tempus-inspired front end and hourglass head tube are aero features layered onto a frame that still climbs and corners like a race bike.
Victory's Take
We see the NS1 V3 as a one-bike answer for riders who race, train, and explore on the same machine — a genuinely lighter frame, real aero shaping, and Force AXS with a power meter, all in one build. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we fit every NS1 to the rider using the size-specific crank, bar, and stem specs before it leaves our shop.
What you get

Ventum NS1 V3 Carbon SRAM Force AXS 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.