Originally Posted by
Dosu
Well isn't the roll 1 like $650 for the complete? that doesn't seem so bad seeing how a pista concept frame alone is $450-600. But again my question was whats the difference with the two frames for those that owned any or know anyone that does, weight, feel, sharper turns ect
Apples and oranges. The Roll is more like a Kilo TT than a Pista Concept. I have a 2006 Pista Concept complete track bike. It is aluminum with carbon fork, very light, very stiff, and has tight track geometry. The Roll is CroMo frame and fork, heavy, probably not very stiff, and has relaxed urban street geometry. So it will handle totally differently. It also has a low BB, which means watch out for pedal strike if you run it fixed and it comes with long crank arms. You could probably get something very similar for $200 less like a Kilo TT. If you really like the style and have the money, then go for it, but don't expect to get your money back if you decide you don't and try to flip it.
Geometry >>>>
http://www.globebikes.com/us/en/glob...LL1#/geometry/