haven't seen a high-end track bike recently. but, at least with the pista, the quick turnaround is due to all 11 or so NYC-authorized bianchi dealers (w/ exception of 2 with extreme sizes) being out of stock until 05's roll in. had to go to philly to get mine. some stores up here still have the langsters in most sizes. one could order the KHS flite 100 in any size. one could order di bernardi's in any size. same with Fuji. IRO's are available. not sure about somas and surlys. although i heard this is generally the in-between, transition season for manufacturers. but, not sure if it's track bikes/fixed's which are in such hot demand, but the good-all-around value of the pista. imo.