Vantage Comp 1.0
Did somebody say full carbon? Be the fastest you can be on the Vantage Comp 1.0, a light, aggressive full carbon fibre racing machine. Equipped with a Shimano 105 gearing and TRP HY/RD hydraulic discs, let the rest of the riders eat your dust.
Product code: BR10001REI
Price:
Size: 47cm, 50cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm
Did you know that for every bike we sell (including this one) we will plant a tree? Yes, that’s correct. By buying a Reid, not only will you be getting an awesome bike at a great price, you’ll be planting a tree in the process, sustaining the environments that we love to ride in! Well done you!
| Frame | T700 Superlite carbon fibre frame with race geometry, internal cabling, tapered headset and rear thru axle |
| Fork | T700 Superlite carbon fibre with thru axle |
| Shifters | 105 5880 STI 11 speed |
| Front derailleur | Shimano 105 5801 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano 105 5801 |
| Freewheel / cassette | Shimano 105 5800 11-speed cassette (11-32t) |
| Chainset | Shimano Hollowtech II compact double chainset 34/50t |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Hollowtech II |
| Brakes | TRP HY/RD mechanically actuated hydraulic disc brakes |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 5800 STI |
| Wheelset rim | Alex ADT470 disc specific aero race rims |
| Hub | Novatec thru axle sealed bearing disc specific race hubs |
| Tyres | Contintal Grand Sport Race 700 x 25C |
| Handlebars | Reid alloy oversize 31.8mm race bar with 120mm drop |
| Stem | Reid oversize 31.8mm, 1-1/8″ A head threadless |
| Grips | Reid by Velo custom grip tape |
| Saddle | Reid by Velo custom race saddle |
| Seatpost | Reid carbon fibre micro adjust |
| Measurement | 44 cm | 50 cm | 53 cm | 55 cm | 57 cm | 59 cm |
| Top Tube Length | 515 | 523 | 555 | 555 | 575 | 589 |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 | 500 | 530 | 550 | 570 | 590 |
| Head Tube Length | 100 | 120 | 140 | 155 | 175 | 200 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 | 74,5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73 | 73 |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 | 72 | 75 | 72 | 73 | 74 |
| RC Length | 406 | 406 | 406 | 408 | 408 | 408 |
| BB Drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Fork Rake/ Offset | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
| Front Centre | 574 | 579 | 581 | 590 | 596 | 611 |
| Wheelbase | 970 | 975 | 977 | 988 | 993 | 1009 |
* Length measurements are in millimetres, unless otherwise stated.
Bikerex –
The Reid Vantage Comp 1.0 sure has a long list of positives for its impressive price tag. The braking, shifting, build quality, durability and general performance are exceptional for the money.
What can’t be corrected is whether this type of bike is right for you. An endurance-style bike best serves the majority of riders and the fact is that much of the population may find more riding comfort on another option. In this case, we suggest not to be swayed by the immense value on offer and go with what is going to give you the best riding experience. If that riding experience you seek happens to be one of performance and you have the flexibility to make the most of it, then the Reid is certainly going to reward you for more than a fair price.
Stu –
The Vantage is reasonably comfortable, a fact that can be attributed to a few canny choices design-wise. Firstly, the move to disc brakes means that there’s no bridge between the seat-stays, granting extra compliance to their already slender construction. The bike also comes stock with supple 25mm Continental tyres, mounted on a 21mm (internal) rim width, allowing lower pressures and a touch more cush. Further, the frame can accommodate up to 28mm tyres.
The dialled back colour scheme is certainly a head turner and whenever I pulled up at lights or stopped at my local cafe there were plenty of compliments towards the matte navy and grey paintwork. The pictures really don’t do this colour scheme justice – it is full of subtle panache, turning heads without being flashy.
One thing to note is the potential for toe overlap on this bike. Admittedly, I do have stupidly large canoes for feet (US size 13), but even on the large frame, I still found myself clipping the front wheel from time to time due to the tight front end. Granted, I have massive clown feet, but it’s something to be mindful of.
Overall this bike is full of well-thought-out details that you wouldn’t normally see at this price range – internal cabling, through-axles and a full carbon setup (including seat post) are all welcome additions to this bike and a neat demonstration of Reid’s evolution.