Specialized Transition Multisport review
- Price Paid:$800.00
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User rating:(4.4)
- Would buy again from this company: Yes
- Used product for: 2 years
- # of logged workouts:
"I think its a real solid ride for an entry level bike. Particulary for someone who wants to use the bike for triathlons and group rides. More than enough machine for one's first several years competing in triathlons."mbmoran2
Fit
Good. I'm 5'10" and purchased a 56cm bike.
Comfort
Good. I did upgrade the saddle to a Specialized Alias. Also, stock included toe clip pedals. I upgraded with Look Keo pedals.
Adjustability
Only adjustments I've made is the seatpost height and pushing the seat forward as I've put in more and more miles in clip-on aero bars.
Durability
Components and Frame are holiding up nicely
Value
MSRP is $1,200. However, I got previous year model for $800. Good deal given 105/Tiagra mix components.
Appearance
Nice, black, aero-looking with minimal decal work.
Performance
I've had good experience with components (Tiagra Front Derailier and 105 Rear Derailer) - no shifting issues at all. Brakes perform well.
Strengths
Road geometry shifters and brakes with clip-on aero bars gives flexibility to go from group rides to single areobar position rides. I had no comfort issues going mostly aero in 50-70mi rides including a HIM.
Weakness
Not a true triathlon bike. NBD for most beginners in their first few/several years.
Quality of Construction
No issues other than a couple of flats and I broke the seatpost clamp. Easy to replace with stock item from LBS.