About The Ventum Tempus Carbon SRAM Force AXS Triathlon Bike
The Ventum Tempus Carbon SRAM Force AXS is a triathlon and time trial bike built for racers whose priority is outright speed over an unsupported bike leg. It pairs a full carbon fiber frame with SRAM's Force AXS electronic drivetrain, Zipp 808 Firecrest wheels, and a power meter included as standard equipment, aimed at racers who want race-day aerodynamics without sacrificing handling.
Ventum shaped the frame with continuous airfoils running from head tube to tail, plus wide-set fork legs and seat stays that route turbulent air around the rider. Benchmarked against its predecessor, the Ventum One Disc, Ventum reports the Tempus testing up to 15 watts faster in certain conditions and configurations. A steeper seat tube angle puts the rider in a more forward pedaling position, and a stiffened front end helps the bike hold a line through corners and crosswinds.
Who It's For
• Triathletes and time trial racers who want race-specific aerodynamics and electronic shifting from both the base bar and extensions
• Racers who want an integrated power meter out of the box rather than adding one separately
• Riders comfortable holding an aggressive, forward-rotated aero position with a steep seat tube angle and low front end
• Not the right choice for riders who want a road bike or a more upright position for long training miles; the Tempus is built around a race position, not all-day comfort
What to Look For
• Frame size and crank length: S and M ship with 165mm cranks, L and XL with 170mm, so confirm against your position before ordering
• Extension setup: stock Profile Design 52 ASC extensions can be upgraded to Profile Design ASC Pro at purchase
• Wheel and tire fit: the Zipp 808 Firecrest wheels are hookless and tubeless-only with a 23mm internal width; the frame clears up to 700x30c, so confirm your tire choice suits your local roads
Key Features
The Tempus frame and fork are full carbon fiber with internal cable and brake routing, a T47 threaded bottom bracket, flat mount disc brakes, and a UDH universal derailleur hanger. Internal routing keeps the front end aerodynamically clean, and the threaded bottom bracket avoids the creaking some press-fit systems develop.
Shifting runs on SRAM Force AXS, a 2x12-speed electronic drivetrain with wireless eTap AXS Blips on the extensions and eTap Blips on the base bar, so you can shift from either hand position. The crankset carries an integrated power meter and 48/35T chainrings, paired with a SRAM XG 1270 E1 cassette (10-36T) for climbing range on a bike built primarily for flat, fast courses.
SRAM S900 hydraulic disc brakes with Centerlock Paceline X rotors, 160mm front and 140mm rear, handle braking, matched to the frame and fork's flat mount disc design.
Zipp 808 Firecrest carbon wheels (80mm depth, hookless, tubeless, 23mm internal width) are built for sustained speed on flatter courses; the rear wheel uses an XDR driver body for SRAM's 12-speed cassette. Stock tires are Schwalbe One Performance RaceGuard in 700x28c, with frame clearance up to 700x30c.
The SRAM Force power meter is integrated into the crankset rather than sold as an add-on, which matters for triathletes pacing a bike leg to a target wattage instead of feel alone.
Rider Intent Summary
• Biggest strength: an aero-optimized carbon frame, 80mm Zipp wheels, and an included power meter built for racing rather than training
• Tradeoff: the forward-rotated race position and hookless, tubeless-only wheel setup require committing to a specific fit and tire ecosystem
• What makes it different: Ventum's own testing puts the Tempus up to 15 watts faster than its predecessor, the One Disc, a model-specific, manufacturer-reported benchmark rather than a general category claim
Victory's Take
At Victory Bicycle Studio, we see the Tempus as a bike for racers who already know their position and want the fastest execution of it. The included power meter and electronic shifting mean less setup at the shop, and our fit team can confirm crank length and extension reach before race day.
What you get

Ventum Tempus Carbon SRAM Force 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.