I was set on getting a IRO until I saw that a local LBS was clearing out 2010 Langsters for $585.

Mark V Singlespeed



Specialized Langster 2010



Langster comes standard with flip-flop hubs. Mark V can be outfitted with flip-flop for extra $24. Both are completely black, extra $25 for IRO.

Total cost for Langster would be $640. Mark V shipped would be $540.

Sooo, the question is should I go for the aluminum or the steel frame? Component-wise, which is the better one? I think the IRO is more track-driven geometry.

I read some of the comments on how a true FG/SS should be thin (steel) and have a non-sloping top tube. I ride a Specialized Stumpjumper hardtail right now and like it a lot. This will be my first SS bike. In fact first road bike in many years.

Kinda leaning towards the Mark V unless convinced otherwise.