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90mtx

May 10, 12 15:31

Post #476 of 532 (7510 views)

2007 Transition Expert [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

I recently bought a 2007 Transition Expert frame with out a fork. Which fork will fit? And can anyone confirm that the 40 Series Cane Creek Headset with 41mm bearing is the correct headset?

Thanks
Jonathan

Runless

May 10, 12 15:59

Post #477 of 532 (7496 views)

Re: 2007 Transition Expert [90mtx] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Looks to me like most aftermarket 1 1/8" forks should fit. Most are pretty close in axle-crown length. A google search said that the rake was 45mm on smaller sizes and 43 on larger sizes.

Yeah the 40IS41 does look right to me.

90mtx

May 10, 12 16:28

Post #478 of 532 (7476 views)

Re: 2007 Transition Expert [Runless] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Thanks for the help. This is my first tri bike and was a bit confused with the mindset headset and general lack of information regarding this frame. Once again thanks for your help.

Jonathan

Derf

May 10, 12 17:42

Post #479 of 532 (7439 views)

Re: 2007 Transition Expert [Runless] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Runless wrote:

If I'm not mad (definite possibility) but you'd better get a 1" fork, not 1 1/8.

Runless

May 10, 12 17:52

Post #480 of 532 (7428 views)

Re: 2007 Transition Expert [Derf] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

2007 Transitions are aluminum and used a 1 1/8" fork:
http://www.specialized.com/...=2007&spid=22296

Derf

May 10, 12 17:53

Post #481 of 532 (7437 views)

Re: 2007 Transition Expert [Runless] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

I win a reading fail. Mea culpa.

Defer to you. Tip of the hat.

rainman245

May 14, 12 12:41

Post #482 of 532 (7291 views)

2007 Transition Expert (Deleted by rainman245) [In reply to]

nole-limit

Jun 6, 12 20:06

Post #483 of 532 (6902 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [nole-limit] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Has anyone ever tried or replaced the standard brakes with something that actually has some stopping power? I have been doing a lot of hill training lately and I just don't feel like I have a ton of confidence during the descent. If you have had success could you post some pics of the replacement brake? also, do they make an adapter to use, lets say a dura ace brake or a tri rig (single bolt) on a 2 bolt style like the transition? I know it's not as aero but i think maybe i would just replace the rear.

dac86

Jun 9, 12 15:16

Post #484 of 532 (6789 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [rye] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

rye wrote:

Anyone experience seatpost slippage? Twice I've tighten to spec and she keeps slowly slipping down. Just carbon greased it up and tightened again. I weigh 155lbs so I don't think my weight is an issue.

I had this problem till I used a torque wrench!

Hurry

Jun 9, 12 18:53

Post #485 of 532 (6741 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [rye] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Yes. It was a warranty item. Specialized sent me a new seatpost.

Toby Tri

Jun 9, 12 21:29

Post #486 of 532 (6710 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [nole-limit] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

nole-limit wrote:

Has anyone ever tried or replaced the standard brakes with something that actually has some stopping power?

Nope. I've never understood this knock against the Transition. My brakes work just fine. Running on Easton carbon rims with yellow Swissstop pads.

dac86

Jun 10, 12 6:45

Post #487 of 532 (6650 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [prosper] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

prosper wrote:

say hello to the original McLovin'

Love the look nice work!
I feel a winter project plan hatching!!

dac86

Jun 10, 12 6:47

Post #488 of 532 (6649 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [rye] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

rye wrote:

My post slipped till I used a torque wrench on the clamp. I just wasn't going tight enough!

elduque

Jun 12, 12 20:35

Post #489 of 532 (6522 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [jamgam] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Really nice bike. I am looking to get a similar bike/wheels combination and become a member of the mafia.

I have two questions for you:

1. How does the bike handles/feels in a hilly course?
2. Whats your experience with the S80 on the front? I am thinking doing a S80 rear - S60 front to cut the side winds. Any thoughts?

Thanks

jamgam

Jun 13, 12 8:22

Post #490 of 532 (6466 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [elduque] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

elduque wrote:

1. I've never ridden a different TT bike so a comparison I can't do. The bike handles very well I think and I'm super comfortable on it in any conditions. I'm a seated climber in general (hardly ever stand) so climbing in aero works out for me
2. Again, never ridden a different size aero front wheel but on gusty days I can feel the S80 up front. I think the initial shock when I get blown a little is worse than it really is. Once I realize the wind is there it hasn't/doesn't bothered me too much. If I don't get blown around any I get lulled into thinking it's not going to happen. I'm 6' - 180 for reference. If you're comfy in aero I wouldn't recommend against running the S80 up front unless maybe it's super windy (which I might not have experienced yet).

The S80's are kinda heavy though but compared to Zipps what isn't. Can't say I feel it too much when riding them though. I swapped out the front for carbon/more aero bits and lowered it a bit. I like the ride better now and seem to be more comfortable

HTH

Instead of adding another post I thought I'd edit this one and show some pictures of my new bar set. 3T aura pro's with Carbon brake levers. Looks a whole lot better if anything :D

(This post was edited by jamgam on Jun 13, 12 16:39)

elduque

Jun 14, 12 14:31

Post #491 of 532 (6394 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [jamgam] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Thanks for the info.

That bike just continues to look better and better.

kratosx9

Jul 10, 12 18:47

Post #492 of 532 (5824 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [Tom A.] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

been lurking around the forum for some time now and am learning so much from you guys.. starting my triathlon career with this bike still in the works... some carbon aerobars would finish the touches..

(This post was edited by kratosx9 on Jul 10, 12 19:30)

Hounddog

Jul 23, 12 6:51

Post #493 of 532 (5411 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [helios] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

It took me a while to get her built, but here she is:

Weight is 20 lbs, after her first ride.

Someone toss me a Safety Noodle!

http://www.tri-junkie.com/

cvcabran

Jul 31, 12 16:39

Post #494 of 532 (5153 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [Leratz06210] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

I tried to locate one of these parts through my local dealer, and his rep told him that they are out of stock and no longer in production. Does any one have a spare that they are looking to sell?

Leratz06210 wrote:

Hi where is it possible to buy this bike part for termination of brake cable. Thanks[/quote]

chrisodg

Nov 18, 12 11:07

Post #495 of 532 (3329 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [cvcabran] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

littlefoot

Dec 27, 12 16:58

Post #496 of 532 (2701 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

bump...

any more to add to the stable?

dg0113

Dec 27, 12 17:11

Post #497 of 532 (2690 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [littlefoot] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

here is mine from last summer setup

urbantriathlete

Dec 28, 12 7:41

Post #498 of 532 (2604 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [littlefoot] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

here is mine but will be looking to sell soon.

Thoughts on being an Urban Triathlete

blanco

Dec 28, 12 8:04

Post #499 of 532 (2593 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [littlefoot] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

My 2010 Transition Pro (frame). Taken July 2012

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PSA: Your Garmin 910xt with v2.7 firmware may have a serious showstopper problem:
Garmin Forerunner 910xt 2.7 problem description with 2.6 "downgrade" instructions

(This post was edited by blanco on Dec 28, 12 18:53)

heiner-48

Jan 1, 13 13:54

Post #500 of 532 (2404 views)

Re: Specialized Transition mafia [teambeer] [In reply to]	Quote \| Reply

Hi there,
while I am not yet a member of the 'Specialized Transition mafia, I am for sure willing to become one!! Still looking for a Specialized transition S-Works (Fact 9 tubing) in red/white - wonder, what kind of connection you got your bike from China - could you please share this infos with me by sending infos to stehle@em.uni-frankfurt.de?

Best regards from Germany

Joerg

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