About The Ventum Tempus Carbon SRAM Rival AXS Triathlon Bike
The Ventum Tempus is a purpose-built carbon triathlon and time trial bike equipped with SRAM Rival AXS wireless electronic shifting. The frameset's tube profiles, frame junctions, and integration points are engineered to minimize aerodynamic drag, while the race-focused geometry places riders in an aerodynamic position designed to support sustained power output across the full bike leg. Every detail — from the integrated cockpit to the internal cable routing — is built around reducing friction with the air and on the road.
Ventum's race geometry supports efficiency throughout long-course events without asking riders to sacrifice stability. The Tempus runs hydraulic disc brakes for consistent modulation in variable conditions, and the wireless SRAM Rival AXS drivetrain eliminates brake and shift cables from the front-end profile. Deep-section race wheels ship standard, contributing to momentum conservation and aerodynamic efficiency at speed. This is a complete race platform — not a frameset requiring post-purchase upgrades to become competitive.
Who It's For
- Triathletes competing at sprint through Iron-distance events who want a dedicated, aerodynamically optimized race bike
- Time trial cyclists who need a UCI-compatible platform with wireless shifting and a clean front end
- Athletes who have completed a professional aero bike fit and can sustain a forward, low position over extended distances
- Riders who want a complete build — frame, groupset, wheels, and brakes — without sourcing components separately
- Consider a different bike if you're new to triathlon, haven't done an aero fit, or want a bike that doubles as a road ride — the Tempus geometry is specific to the aero position
What to Look For
- Aero fit first: The Tempus assumes a dialed, forward-rotating position. Riders who haven't done a professional tri/TT fit should complete one before purchasing — it directly affects which frame size and cockpit setup will work.
- Wireless system upkeep: SRAM AXS requires battery charging and periodic app-based firmware management. Factor this maintenance into your race prep routine.
- Wheel depth and course conditions: Deep-section wheels perform best in moderate wind conditions. Evaluate your target race course — high crosswind exposure may call for a shallower front wheel.
Key Features
Frame and Fork: The Tempus carbon frameset is shaped for aerodynamic efficiency across every tube profile and junction point. Ventum's race geometry supports a sustained aero position while maintaining stability, and internal cable routing contributes to a clean front-end profile with reduced drag.
Groupset: SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed wireless electronic shifting provides precise, consistent gear changes without the cable management of a mechanical drivetrain. Wireless actuation means no shift cables running to the cockpit — cleaner airflow, simpler integration, and reliable shifting under load.
Braking: Hydraulic disc brakes provide consistent modulation and stopping power in wet and changing conditions — a meaningful advantage in triathlon racing where weather can shift mid-event and athletes descend at speed late in the ride.
Wheels: Deep-section race wheels come standard on the Tempus, supporting aerodynamic momentum at sustained race speeds. These are not entry-level training wheels swapped in at the last minute — they ship as part of a complete, race-focused build.
Rider Intent Summary
- Biggest strengths: Aerodynamically optimized carbon frame, wireless SRAM Rival AXS shifting, hydraulic disc brakes, and deep-section wheels in a complete race build
- Tradeoffs: Tri-specific geometry requires a professional aero fit; wireless drivetrain adds battery management; deep wheels demand confident handling in crosswind conditions
- What makes it different: The Tempus is engineered specifically for triathlon and time trial — frame, cockpit integration, and component selection are all built around aerodynamic efficiency in a legal race position
Victory's Take
At Victory Bicycle Studio, we recommend the Ventum Tempus to athletes who are committed to the aero position and want a complete race-ready build without assembling components piecemeal. If you're targeting a time goal on the bike leg and want a platform that supports that from day one, this is a strong place to start.
What you get

Ventum Tempus Carbon SRAM Rival AXS Triathlon 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.