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2009 Specialized

S-Works Transition

A carbon frame triathlon bike with ultra high-end components and rim brakes.
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FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetRED
BrakesRim
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

42 mph

S-Works Transition

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

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 9r N'Aero tube shaping, triple monocoque construction, compact aero geometry, vertical seat adjustment, OS BB

Fork

Specialized FACT N'Aero carbon, monocoque construction, 1"" steerer

Bottom Bracket

S-Works oversize integrated

Headset

S-Works 1"" integrated threadless, sealed cartridge ceramic bearings w/ stainless steel races, conical cover w/ two 10mm and two 5mm carbon spacers

Stem

S-Works Pro-Set, 3D forged, carbon/alloy face plate w/ Ti bolts, carbon top cap, 4-position adjustable

Handlebar

Easton Attack TT aero bar

Saddle

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

Seatpost

S-Works Transition carbon, forward and setback posts, 2 position

TypeRigid

Pedals

Silver cage, black body, w/ toe clip and strap

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Red

Front Derailleur

SRAM Red, braze-on clamp

Crank

S-Works FACT carbon, integrated oversize design

Shifters

SRAM TT, 10-speed bar end shifters

Cassette

SRAM OG 1090, 10-speed 11-25t

Chain

SRAM 1090R, 10-speed

Brakes

Front: S-Works integrated brake system, Rear: S-Works integrated brake system

TypeRim

Brake Levers

SRAM aero levers

Wheels
Rims

Zipp 404 carbon clincher

Spokes

Stainless

Front Hub

Zipp 404

Rear Hub

Zipp 404

Tires

Front: S-Works Mondo, 700x21c, dual-compound tread, aramid bead, 290TPI, Rear: S-Works Mondo, 700x21c, dual-compound tread, aramid bead, 290TPI

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