okrobie
06-29-08, 02:32 PM
Hello all, I recently purchased a Specialized Allez "Comp", but I don't know what comp means. Can someone help me here? Thanks, Jim
General Cycling Discussion - What does "Comp" mean?
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ThinLine
06-29-08, 02:36 PM
Means "Competition", denoting the level of riding category. Theres Pro, Expert, Competition, Enthusists, Entry level.
Can correspond to the grade of components also. i.e. Record with Pro, Chorus with expert, Centaur with comp, etc.
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Can correspond to the grade of components also. i.e. Record with Pro, Chorus with expert, Centaur with comp, etc.
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ProFail
06-29-08, 03:29 PM
It can also mean composite, composition or complaint.
However, in your case it's meaningless. I pay no attention to stupid names added to the end of bikes.
That said, the Allez Comp is a pretty nice ride.
However, in your case it's meaningless. I pay no attention to stupid names added to the end of bikes.
That said, the Allez Comp is a pretty nice ride.
Bill Kapaun
06-29-08, 03:53 PM
Basically, it means it has "features" that a non "Comp" bike of the SAME BRAND & MODEL doesn't have.
Such "features" may or may not be desirable for your use.
Example: you may NOT want skinnier tires or seat etc.
You would have to compare your bike to the other Specialized Allez models of the same year.
Such "features" may or may not be desirable for your use.
Example: you may NOT want skinnier tires or seat etc.
You would have to compare your bike to the other Specialized Allez models of the same year.
okrobie
06-29-08, 04:09 PM
Thanks guy's your answers are appreciated. My bike ia a 2005 model and has the Ultegra group. That feature might be the reason it is a "Comp". Regards, Jim
ShadowGray
06-29-08, 04:27 PM
Eh, I thought it meant compact... compact crank? Esp with specialized they have a "triple" version and a "comp" version of the same bike..
DataJunkie
06-29-08, 04:41 PM
compromise... I mean competition :p
drafters65
06-29-08, 04:56 PM
computer
Gonzlobo
06-29-08, 05:18 PM
comp = free :)
BarracksSi
06-29-08, 05:41 PM
I got some Specialized Comp gloves that are, overall, thinner and lighter, and they don't have a velcro closure.
Retro Grouch
06-29-08, 07:35 PM
comp = free :)
I know that one's wrong. In fact I kind of think that comp means costs more.
I know that one's wrong. In fact I kind of think that comp means costs more.
Cyclaholic
06-29-08, 10:11 PM
'Comp' is short for 'compound interest', a marketing ploy to sell more bikes to accountants and financiers.
gascostalot
06-29-08, 10:31 PM
Usually means you spent too much, but didnt spend enough. Weird, huh?
Wordbiker
06-29-08, 11:33 PM
Elite, Comp, Expert and Pro are all very common model designations for Specialized bicycles.
The terms don't mean anything by themselves but are used to differentiate between the component specs of models such as Allez Elite, Allez Comp, etc.
The terms don't mean anything by themselves but are used to differentiate between the component specs of models such as Allez Elite, Allez Comp, etc.
DaHowie
06-30-08, 11:21 AM
Compensation? For the extra $200-$500 it costs you for decal?
Sir Real
07-02-08, 11:41 AM
COMP = Compromise
What you have to do when you tell your wife you want the ALLEZ PRO and she thinks you need the ALLEZ base model.
What you have to do when you tell your wife you want the ALLEZ PRO and she thinks you need the ALLEZ base model.
Retro Grouch
07-02-08, 12:12 PM
COMP = Compromise
What you have to do when you tell your wife you want the ALLEZ PRO and she thinks you need the ALLEZ base model.
We have a BINGO! :) :) :)
What you have to do when you tell your wife you want the ALLEZ PRO and she thinks you need the ALLEZ base model.
We have a BINGO! :) :) :)
jsmithepa
07-02-08, 12:21 PM
I have pay attention when it says Limited Edition.