2010 Specialized

Transition Expert

A carbon frame triathlon bike with high-end components and rim brakes.
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FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetUltegra, Shimano
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

Transition Expert

40 mph

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Highest gear

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Sizing
XS

5'2" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'2"

XL

6'0" – 6'4"

XXL

6'1" – 6'5"

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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
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Specs
Build
Frame

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

Fork

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

Bottom Bracket

With Crankset

Headset

1"" Ahead set, 30mm carbon spacers (2x10mm, 2x5mm), no top cap

Stem

Specialized ProSet, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable

Handlebar

Profile T2+ Aerobar

Saddle

Body Geometry TriTip 50 w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails

Seatpost

Transition Aero Seatpost

TypeRigid

Pedals

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

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra

Crank

Shimano Ultegra

Shifters

Shimano Bar Con shifters

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed, 11-25t

Chain

Shimano Ultegra

Brakes

Front: Specialized Aero Brake, Rear: Specialized Aero Brake

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Aero lever

Wheels
Rims

Front: Mavic Cosmic Elite, Rear: Mavic Cosmic Elite

Tires

Front: Specialized Mondo Pro II 700x21c, aramid bead, 120TPI, w/ Flak Jacket protection, Rear: Specialized Mondo Pro II 700x21c, aramid bead, 120TPI, w/ Flak Jacket protection

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