2011 Specialized

Transition Comp

A carbon frame triathlon bike with upper mid-range components and rim brakes.
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FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetRival, SRAM
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 Comp

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
BikeRadar
Specialized Transition Comp review

Aug 2010 · Guy Kesteven

For most riders the plus-30mph aero benefits will be outweighed by the sluggish overall feel and soft braking of the entry-level Specialized

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Cycling News
Specialized Transition Expert | Cyclingnews.com

Nov 2009 · BikeRadar.com,

Long term review of this time trial machine

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

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

Fork

Specialized FACT N'Aero carbon, 1"" steerer

Bottom Bracket

With crankset

Headset

1"" Cr-Mo cartridge bearings with carbon 20mm cone spacer and 20mm of carbon spacers

Stem

Specialized Comp-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable, 4-bolt 31.8mm clamp

Handlebar

Profile T2+ Aerobar

Saddle

Body Geometry TriTip 50 w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails

Seatpost

Transition Aero Carbon

TypeRigid

Pedals

Black cage, body & toe clips w/ strap

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Rival

Front Derailleur

SRAM Rival

Crank

SRAM S300

Shifters

SRAM TT500 SL

Cassette

Shimano 105, 10-speed, 11-28t

Chain

KMC X10 CP

Brakes

Front: Specialized aero brake, Rear: Specialized aero brake

TypeRim

Brake Levers

TRP Aero lever

Wheels
Rims

Mavic CXP22 w/ eyelets

Spokes

Stainless 14g

Front Hub

Forged alloy Hub, sealed bearings, 28 hole, for J bend round spokes

Rear Hub

Forged Alloy Hub, Sealed Bearing, 32 hole, for J Bend Round spokes

Tires

Front: Specialized Turbo Pro, 700x23c, Aramid bead, 127TPI, w/ Double Black Belt protection, Rear: Specialized Turbo Pro, 700x23c, Aramid bead, 127TPI, w/ Double Black Belt protection

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