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2008 Specialized

Transition Comp

A carbon frame triathlon bike with high-end components and rim brakes.
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FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetDura-Ace, Ultegra
BrakesRim
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews
Cycling News
Specialized Transition Expert | Cyclingnews.com

Nov 2009 · BikeRadar.com,

Long term review of this time trial machine

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BikeRadar
Specialized Transition Expert review

Oct 2009 · Jeff Jones

The Rovals are OK-ish as training wheels but then another problem becomes apparent: the narrow, high flanges and low spoke count (20 per wheel) mean that the rear is subject to a lot of lateral flex (there’s no problem with the front). . .

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Road Bike Action
Specialized Transition S-Works

Oct 2009 · R BA

There are plenty of time trial bikes on the market, but few can match the Transition's mix of aerodynamic proficiency and spot-on handling.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Specialized FACT 7r N'Aero tube shaping, compact aero geometry, vertical seat adjustment

Fork

Specialized FACT N'Aero fork, alloy 1"" steerer

Bottom Bracket

Shimano 105, Hollowtech II

Headset

Specialized Mindset Plus Carbon, 1"" integrated threadless, cartridge sealed bearings, 10mm and two 5mm carbon spacers

Stem

Specialized Pro-Set lightweight stem, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt 31.8mm bar clamp, 4-position adjustable

Handlebar

Zipp Vuka Clip carbon aero bar with Zertz Bullhorn base bar

Saddle

Body Geometry TriTip, super light foam, carbon reinforced base, microfiber cover, 50mm nose width

Pedals

Composite body test ride pedals

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra, short cage

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105, braze-on clamp, bottom pull

Crank

Shimano 105, Hollowtech II 2-piece crankset

Shifters

Shimano Dura-Ace, 10-speed bar ends

Chain

Shimano 105, 10-speed

Brakes

Front: Specialized integrated brake system, Rear: Specialized integrated brake system

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Aero levers

Wheels
Rims

Mavic Aksium

Spokes

Stainless 14g aero

Front Hub

Mavic Aksium, 20 hole, Mavic QR

Rear Hub

Mavic Aksium, 24 hole, Mavic QR

Tires

Front: Specialized Mondo Pro, 700x21c, aramid bead, 120TPI, Flak Jacket, Rear: Specialized Mondo Pro, 700x21c, aramid bead, 120TPI, Flak Jacket

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