Hey Scrod and anyone else who would like to chime in,

I've been lurking the forum (particularly the ss/fg section). I've done loads of research, tested out a few bikes, and am yet to pull the trigger on anything.
Seems like you are THE guy to talk to.
I have the option of building out my own bike over time(about 2-3 months if my math is right), locally buying a Bianchi pista sized at 61cm, or saving up for a little while longer and buying something new in the $800-900 ballpark range.
I'm 6'1", weigh about 175, my inseam is about 32", and my arms are on the longer side.
From the research I've done, the approximate standover height on a Bianchi at 61cm is about 33-33.5"(given the variance from tires/wheelset size). I'm not necessarily concerned about standover height because I'm gonna be riding the bike, not standing over it. I want to be comfortable riding it... If I have to tippy toe at a stoplight until I learn to track stand, whatever.
I'm just curious if that 61cm Bianchi sounds like a good idea (the price is right), if I should go ahead and build out my own bike, or hold tight for a couple of months and buying something in the $800-900 price range.
Essentially, I'm looking for your professional opinion. I intend to hit the local Velodrome(Brian Piccolo in South Florida) and on the overcast days, commute to work.
The Retrogression shop is awesome man, so many things on there I want to get my hands on.

Thanks in advance for your help.