2020 Specialized Roll - Comfortable Entry Level Bike $535
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- Опубліковано 6 кві 2020
- 2020 Specialized Roll is a comfortable entry level bike
Very Comfortable Seat - reduces pressure points
Wide Tires - 650b x 2.3" Nimbus II Sport tires
Upright Geometry
Easy to put a foot down when stopped
Good on either paved or dirt roads - Спорт
just bought one, and its the most comfortable bike i have ever ridden. and your right its like a bmx bike im jumping off curbs..........lol
The seat is what sold me on my Roll, I did a 20 mile ride yesterday and didn't feel a thing. Wonderful bike that well worth the money.
This was super helpful - I was considering this bike and you've sold me. Thanks!
I'm so glad you enjoyed our review and thank you for your kind comment. I really feel that this bike is a fantastic bike and rides very well I ride one a few times a week and love it. I'm sure you will really get a lot of use out of yours and that is one of the most important things to have a bicycle that is being used enjoy your fitness and your smiles once again thank you for your comment
Thank-you for featuring such a wide variety of bicycle types.
You're welcome, it's our pleasure We love riding bikes all types of bikes I'm glad you enjoy variety as well
Great review. I have a road bike but needed a comfortable bike that I can ride along side my wife with her Townie 7D EQ. This is perfect.
I’m 79 years old…haven’t ridden in 30 years…just bought this bike and boy am i happy!
Still love it?
Couldn't agree more - this bike is cloud soft comfortable from the moment you sit on it. Easy rider for sure!
I just bought one today. I haven’t ridden a bike in a long time. This one is comfortable and effortless. Did a 3 mile trip and felt good.
Fantastic for you on your bicycle purchase and riding a few miles. I really feel that this bike puts a smile on people's face and gets them out riding and that is one of the most important things. Thank you for your comment! We are very happy for you
I think this could be great for cruising the neighborhood. Haven’t owned a bike in a couple years. Use to race as a kid but life happens.
Looks like a great choice for my wife. A bike store bike is definitely worth the extra cost. The professional assembly and adjustment alone makes a huge difference.
We totally agree with your comment and personally I have seen many bikes that have not been professionally built from a bicycle shop and oh my gosh some of the things I say are scary. Thank you for your comment
Just bought mine satin black, and it IS fun to ride. I'm getting the rack made specifically for this bike, I'm also making a bike seat lock so the seat can't be stolen. I had been looking for a nice street cruising bike got online so many bikes, but I was also finding that many were being still made in Main Land China=MADENCHINA! I didn't want that, and I found out that these are now made in Taiwan which is fine with me as long as it wasn't made in China. Also manyofthe American made bikes were either out of my price range, or it just didn't click with me. This bike did click with me the minute I saw it. I also bought locally because my wife and I want to work with as many small businesses in our area as possible. I recommend this bike, two hand brakes, seven speeds, very nice comfortable seat, the handlebar width and position is perfect for me, not too high or too low. The bike store threw in a nice metal water bottle holder, and a free tune up with in the first year, and visit the shop and get tires pumped, etc etc etc. BUY LOCAL, BY AMERICAN or non MADENCHINA! HAPPY CYCLING FOLKS!
Very helpful review, and I totally agree. I've had one for a year and a half and love it.
Do you do any long distance rides? Or just cruising/commute
@@166bobbys longest has been 40 mile rides. But it's been very comfortable
This is the best on road sub 30mph bicycle to convert into an ebike. It's has an extensive triangle to fill with batteries and a controller. It looks clean when installed right. But without suspension you don't want to take it downhilling or go above 30 mph thus legal ebike. As a long range touring ebike this thing shines. The frame is strong and ridged, you can load this bike down and have enough battery room to go 100 miles per charge. I've put 7000 miles on my roll sport. I upgraded the wheels, and brakes, avid bb7s are the best for the sport. The elite has hydraulic brakes but for touring purposes I prefer cable pull discs since I do all my bicycle's maintenance. This bicycle has been my third touring bike and the best so far. I hope specialized doesn't change a thing with the frame design it's perfect.
Love my Roll! It has help me with both my knees! Definitely recommend
Consigues neumáticos Ruth? Aquí en Argentina hace 5 años que no encuentro repuestos.
I got a low entry great bicycle Roll 2.0. I did have to change the front chain ring and crankset to a 170mm by 38. The bicycle comes with a 42-chain ring but with the 1x shift it is really hard on getting up the small hills. But the 38 ring made it great and I did not even have to change the chain. I ordered the Parthan Bike Cranksets,170mm Square Taper Crankset Crank Arm Set, Mountain Bike Single Speed Crankset. (Black,Size:38T) off Amazon for $34 bucks and the local bike shop put it on and tuned the gears for $20 bucks. Love it.
Just picked up mine last week after 15 day wait on special order for under $400 OTD (2018 closeout). Just got lucky I got it for that price. I almost bite the 2020 Roll for $550 plus tax and $50 handling fee. Been enjoying it since day one and the saddle is very comfortable and easy to ride. The only thing I added was a rear rack from Specialized ($50) made to fit the Roll. This is a well built bike and I'm glad I got this. Can't go wrong on this bike.
Thank you for your comment! Have fun on your bike I'm sure you will because we are definitely enjoying the roll ourselves! The rack is fabulous I love the way the plug and play system on this bike makes it easy to install and the spring is something I've been missing for a long time. Thank you for your comment
I've got a Roll Sport, Forrest green. This is a nice bike. I have had no problems. I have broken 40 MPH downhill on my bike, but don't do it regularly. It's a comfortable ride. I put tacks on the front and back. The front rack was hard to find, but the Surly Nice Front Rack works nicely.
@@bonvaicu I checked at Surly for a vendor and I bought it at Topanga Creek Outpost. I like to support local bike shops. The Surly Nice Rack fits this bike. Here is a link.
www.topangacreekoutpost.com/bikepacking-touring-camping-outdoor-gear
Check out the Front Rack here:
surlybikes.com/parts/cargo#racks
Where to buy near you:
surlybikes.com/where_to_buy
Enjoy!
I just picked up this exact bike (in black-medium) today. It was about $500 retail, but the bicycle store took a trade in to lower the purchase price. Went straight to my favorite trail and it did not disappoint. Buttery smooth ride. Ultra comfortable. I cant wait to ride it again. I should have bought this bike sooner.
How did you decide what size to order? Trying to figure out what size to get of the Low Entry Roll. When I filled in height and saddle height on Specialized's site, it shows large frame for me though if I just go with my height 5'7" it shows medium. Thanks!
I got on the bike and rode it around in the Bike Shop parking lot before I decided to purchase the bike. But, to be honest I was very lucky that the bike was the right size. This particular bike was the last one the shop had and it was the only one available within 50 miles (maybe more) of my home. Usually the manufacturer's website will have bike specs and a way to match a bike to your overall height and inseam. But, in my experience, the best way to see what size bike fits correctly is to go to a bike shop and get on the bike (if it is available).
My wife and I each have Specialized Rolls. Great all around bike. We have e-bikes also, but I love my Roll.
I like the video, but you are wrong about how cool the beach cruiser looks! I do love both Specialized Roll and Crossroad. Great bikes.
There are not many reviews like this, well-built bicycles for the common folk. Thank you. Would love to see you review others similar to this. Thanks again!
Well thank you for the compliment. with so many people thinking about riding bicycles right now . And this time of social distancing .normal citizens, average Joe's I think the segment of well-built value priced bikes is a hot commodity right now. We will try to review a few more in this category in the very near future. Thank you for your suggestion and comment
I’ve got the 2018 model in chartreuse green. Love it! I especially love the handlebar so I can sit up higher, plus the grips are awesome, supports the palms. Great wide pedals. Easy shifting. Kickstand needed slight adjustment as tires are fatter than normal.
I have had road bikes, mountain bikes, beach cruiser before. This one is by far the most fun, comfortable do it all bike I ever own. I test rode the Roll Elite and fell in love right away. I like it so much that I ended up getting the Roll Pro Com X1 model. Ive had it for 2 years now and I enjoy riding it all the time. I actually bought two more, step through model for my wife and daughter.
I hope you can make more videos regarding this bike. Tunning, accessories, and or maintenance.
Sounds like you've turned into a roll fan just like I am they are a great bike! I have heavily customized my personal roll I will try to do a video on it soon Thanks for the suggestion
TheBicycleRider I want to customize it one day. I don’t know if anyone has done a Hub gear with belt on this bike yet. I’m sure its possible.
@@TheBicycleRider would love to learn about how you customized yours!
I just test drove a Roll 2.0 in black, size large and fell in love. I was amazed at (guess I shouldn’t be) how well it rolled; the inertia carries it so effortlessly. I haven’t loved a bike this much since my Diamond Back Apex from 1991. I put down a deposit and am going to pick up. Would love some advice on which helmets are good ones.
Just purchased a Specialized Roll today up here in Canada, at a price tag of $699.00 CAD. At 55 just want to start riding a bike again.. I'm in love with this bike!
Good choice! And just know several of us down here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast feel the same way you do We all love this bike
Where in Canada did you buy it from? I am in Ontario
Thanks
@@MegaAluchi I bought it from MacQueen’s Bicycle Shop in Charlottetown, PE
Most comfortable bike Ive ever sat on 💪🏼🇺🇲 I have a chisel too
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I just got one. Worth the money. Rides so smooth
I love mine going to buy a second one soon. I have two JBL Charge 5's mounted with monkey lights in the tires. @JBL send me a Pulse 4 to mount in the middle!
I thought I really wanted this bike when it came out. It won't wheelie but it does look like a giant BMX bike. Very comfy position and big seat. Beats most beach cruisers. I ended up on the Giant sedona DX but I just bought my wife the Specialized Crossroads 2.0 few days ago. She was between that and the Roll but the crossroads won.
How do you know if a bike will wheelie before you buy it? I was going to get this but I really want to try wheelie and hold it up 😂
@@NpgSymboL I went to dealer and test rode
Why didn't you buy the Specialized Roll?
I ride wheelies on mine. I don't got disc brakes but wish it did..
This is the type of bike you buy to your loved ones. Only looking at it you can feel like you will ride on a cloud.
Sometimes people need to understand that yes you can buy a $300 at Walmart but just be prepare to be sad in less than a year.
I ride with a lot of Walmart riders around me. Long story short they are planning on buying a new bike and/or keep spending money at the bike shop to change parts and fix it.
Bike shops charge $75 and up to set up a Walmart bike, please discount that if you buy your bike from your local bike shop. Still even after that you are getting a mediocre bike.
The only thing you have to do on this bike is wax the chain.
I’m learning a lot from Specialized brand in your channel. Thanks.
You are very correct, I try not to cut down the big box store bikes And that's just because I love bikes and people and bikes but the truth is most of the time they are more trouble than they're worth. I try to help people with bicycles no matter what type of bicycle they ride but I have to shy away when people bring me a big box store bite because most of the time no matter how hard I try I just can't get those to ride correctly and there are so many problems with the manufacturing it's almost a waste of my efforts. I've spent more time messing with these cheaper big box door bikes to be unsuccessful at getting them to ride correctly. They come from the store and pretty bad shape and it takes a bicycle mechanic more time to mess with these bikes than it's really worth it. Buy a quality bike to start with and like you said wax the chain sit on the seat ride it and smile. Good point Jun boo
@@TheBicycleRider I really appreciate your attitude. Thanks for the review.
I just bought this bike exact color and all 2weeks ago it’s growing on me rides a little hard I’m 6”3 285 seat hurts less than others. Who can help me with ordering some tire stickers that read specialized!! Bought my bike in the dfw at Richardson bike mart my seat is black trimmed with a dark peanut butter top i have yet to see another seat like mine pretty sweet. I was gonna purchase a cannondale trail 6 couldn’t find one.
What size did you go with?
How do you feel this compares to the Cannondale Treadwell 3?
They seem like very similar bikes and at the same price point.
Would you compare this to the fx1 or the dual sport
I want a comfortable bike like the roll where the handle bar is higher etc.
Which bicycle brand besides Specialized do you rate to be the best? Or is the Roll your #1 pick?
Does anyone know how the quality of the parts on the Roll Elite Ltds (specifically the "Low Roller" version) compare to any of the SE "big" BMX bikes (like the "Big Ripper")? They are in the same price range (around $1,000), but seem like their respective companies focus on two different things, so I wonder if the quality is comparable or not.
Thanks in advance!
I love mine I love you and your vids I bought. Mat black Med Roll Sport . Can I get in touch with you? My shop doesn’t have the original specialized inner tubes I like the original ones because they have the long Schrader valve threaded all the way down do you know where to get those? Specialize doesn’t have them and I’m not sure of the size please tell me the size I need for my roll sport. Also I’d like to call you and talk to you if possible .. thanks Scott
Miami
im gonna tell my neighbor and my boss about this. :)
That's funny because when my boss asked me what type of bike he should get I suggested this exact bike. When referring a neighbor especially the neighbor that your boss you have to make sure it's a good quality comfortable bike if you're going to recommend it and this specialized roll is definitely all that. Thank you
@@TheBicycleRider that's awesome because coincidentally my friends' boss has not one but 2 Specialized Roll Low-Entry Turbo Mcdaddy bang bang!!!!!
Would have been nice to demo the different size frames .
I just bought a new to me specialized sport …can you use it to bike tour? I’m using to commute also
How can I make the bike faster? I've had this for 3 years now. The only thing I wish is to be a little faster. Would upgrading the wheels and tire work?
Hoping to get this bike . Do you know if it’s possible to put a dog basket on the front? Need to carry a small dog approx 8 kilos who isn’t happy sitting on the back.
I really like this Roll bike and your review was up to the point.
My only gripe is the tires they look smooth time eventhough they are wide enough. Would they have enough traction in trails an such?
I also prefer this to its higher end siblings with disc brakes. I prefer the low maintenance V brakes. That is plenty enough for me.
Now, this bike I'd not available and I will have to wait for notification in the mail.shame!
can these be ridden on street as well as gravel
Anyone know what those two holes on the fork are for? They are threaded..
Anyone know of a shop that will ship this bike? Can't find it in stock anywhere
I haven’t ridden a bike since I was a kid, and I’m interested in easing my way back into it for fun and exercise. We have mixed terrain where I live-asphalt, compacted gravel, and dirt. Would this bike be a good choice for me? It’s one of the models a local bike shop encouraged me to look at.
I forgot to mention that I have Achilles tendinitis flare ups from time to time, so I’m not looking for aggressive postures or speed. I just want to exercise, lose some weight, and enjoy being outdoors.
@@chadwhitley I have had my Roll for a little over a month now. I have the base model which is a 1x7 drive train. I can definitely say this bike is best ridden on paved roads and paved trails but can handle perfectly dry hard pack and fine crushed gravel as long as it is flat without any high speed turns (unless you change the tires to a more aggressive tread pattern). The gearing is most suited to comfort (not suited for steep grade climbing or speed demons). The base seat is comfortable but it could use a suspension seat post (which is available on higher trims). Super comfortable upright sitting position. I highly recommend this bike.
just bought a specialized roll elite and not sure about the shifting of gears... is there a video??
Sure we can make a video on the shifting of the gears on the specialized roll, personally I just bought a specialized roll elite myself yesterday. It might take a few days for me to get this bike in the studio to make a video, I will be riding it back and forth to work over the next week That way I can get some real life testing and tuning on this bike and will be glad to share all my opinions and experiences with this bike. I have many bicycles but I'm very excited about this particular one and would love to share all the information I can. So far I've ridden this bike only a few miles but the shifting worked flawless and seemed very easy! is there anything in particular about the shifting that you have a question on and I'll be glad to try to answer
How does this compare to the specialized crossroads 1.0? Does the crossroads just go a little faster than the roll, since it’s lighter? How does the upright geometry differ between the two? Debating between the two!
same thought but on the crossroads 2.0! AND WHERE do you mount the kickstand in the right place!?
test rode the Roll Sport & Crossroads today (can't remember 1.0 or 2.0) - the Crossroads is lighter but the steering overly fast and twitchy almost compared to the slower-steering Roll with the wide tires. Salesguy said the geometry was the reason also. If you like really responsive steering get the crossroads - I thought it would be perfect for me with the single gear ring up front and lighter weight but I liked the feel of the Roll's steering more and its slightly more upright position.
I appreciate your videos - thank you! These are hard to find with the bike shortage. Trying to decide if I need a medium or large in the Low Entry Roll. When I fill in the info on the Specialized site (height + saddle height + ankle height) it says I need large. When I just go by my height of 5'7", it says medium. Thanks for your help!
This bike really sizes well. I am 5'9 and ride a medium, but you are correct there's so many variables that sometimes you just can't go by height alone It has to do with your body geometry. I know these bikes are hard to find at the moment but it would be good to try both and see just what feels better to you. Sometimes you can't go wrong with a size large in this bike
@@TheBicycleRider Bought a medium and love it! My first 10-mile ride was effortless and fun. Thanks!
@@teresastrayer6994 did your distributor special order one for you? Mine basically told me they won't special order one for me but they have a ton on order for their shop....
@@Kevin-sg5xc, I originally ordered the Roll Sport model online on Erik's Bikes and chose delivery at a bike shop in my state. Three weeks later I got an email from Erik's Bikes saying that my bike had been sent elsewhere, but they had a Roll Base model they could ship and let me check it out. The bike shop said that with the shortage, I probably would have to wait until December for another Roll, so I decided to keep the Roll they sent. Very happy with it - just plain fun to ride. :)
@@teresastrayer6994 Thanks for the info! Glad you enjoy it. I'm trying to surprise my mother with one, guess I'll just have to wait it out.
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Alu frame but overall wight is 30 lbs!?
Are you located in southern California, if so may I have your shop's name/location? Thank you
Hey Daniel, we are located in Biloxi Mississippi, and the name of the shop is Biloxi Bike Works.
I'm a hard core cyclist but i still fuck with my roll lol.
Would you recommend this or the sport?
There are a few things I like about this model as far as the simple gearing and one chain ring up front but with that being said the sport with more gears could be a good choice if you live in an area with a lot of climbing of course I always like to lean on the side of by the most expensive bike you can afford at the time because upper grades down the road cost more. This model is fantastic for the price but if you can spring for the sport go for it You can't go wrong. Good question and thank you
62mm translated into American is 2.4 inches.
What size frame is the bike in this review?
This bike is a size small but they also make a medium a large and an extra large. Thanks for asking
Kinda like my Cannondale Treadwell
I'm not familiar with the Cannondale Treadwell but now that you've mentioned it I will look into it thank you for the suggestion
How high can you jump this thing without it falling apart? It's made in China so I'm a bit scared of how much of a beating this thing could take. What do you think? Is it solid enough to hold together if I bounce this thing around?
Well this is a good question although this bike is not made as an urban jumper I do launch this bike off of curbs and small obstacles but it is definitely not a bike to catch big air on. The overall feel of this bike is very sturdy The frame is beefy and it has a nice fork The rims are thick with nice strong spokes and this bike is really fun to push hard in a corner and overall urban assault weapon for sure but as far as big air it is just not designed for that so I hate to put a measurement on how high you could jump this bike. This bike is more for fun and comfort I think I push this bike a little hard myself but I'm trying to test the boundaries. At 50 years old I don't try to catch big air anymore but launching off a small curb or something around town just comes natural on this bike. I always advise be careful Don't hurt yourself but have fun.
@@TheBicycleRider thanks for that answer. I'm not looking for huge air anymore either but I'd probably bounce the thing around a bit. I had a real bad habit of stripping handlebars when I was a young guy. It made for some good crashes and provided some entertainment for the onlookers. Left me a bit paranoid about the bars on any bike I didn't put together myself.
Okay I seem to understand your needs a bit more now. I thrash this bike around pretty hard but I am pretty light as well I'm 150 lb I do have some heavier friends that have been buying these bikes and starting to ride them harder and harder It seems like the harder you push this bike the better it feels although I have to say riding this bike easy is like a magic carpet ride. As far as stripping out handlebars they have a nice four bolt stem and so far I have not seen it falter. These bikes are built pretty heavy duty and are made for some pretty serious torque We will keep pushing these bikes harder and harder as our group of roll enthusiasts grow. If we find a problem or defect we will definitely post up but so far rock solid performance and a level of comfort that seems to make people happy is the case
@@TheBicycleRider most helpful thank you.
Another question…. Do you still prefer the Roll over the Crossroads?
In most situations the Roll is my choice but the Crossroads has it advantages in speed and distance .
I hae roll sport, does it take 180mm brake discs?
I've put on a mounting adapter and installed 203mm disc and avid bb7 brakes. They are the best cable pull brakes to get. So yes you will need an adapter to go from 160mm to 180mm.
Do you think this bike would be good for trails?
I 5hink it would be sufficient since it has comfortable seat and really wide tires. But not sure about the tread of thise tires.
What size is good for someone 5 10"?
I am 5'9 in a medium fits me perfect being 510 it puts you right on the edge of medium and large Best would be to go to a local bicycle shop and ride each size and just see what feels best for you Not everybody has the same body measurements some people have a longer legs and shorter torso and others the opposite.
I dont know why S. dont sell them in Europe/Germany!😔
Man 535? How do you sell em for so cheap when the website says 700 and all my local stores say 700?
This was the price for the 2020 version, bike shops are now selling the 2021 version, and Specialized has also had a price increase.
Quality? What is quality? What’s your definition of quality?
Well after seeing many models and brands of bike come into the bicycle shop quality is defined by me as something that is built with solid components that are serviceable and a frame that is well thought through. Quality comes from manufacturers who actually care about how their bikes perform think about maintenance in the future and incorporate body geometry into the process. The specialized Roll checks all these boxes. I have seen many bikes that don't And that's why I stressed the fact that quality is incorporated into this bike.
R these tiers? Good?
Yes excellent tires for general urban use !
I'm 5ft5. Should I chose 24 or 26?
Go for the Medium
no disk brakes?
Hey James, it just depends on the model. Many of the Roll models have hydraulic disc brakes.
I’m approx 5’10 - what size do you suggest ??
Medium is fine for your height
Large
why specialized always expensive? its literaly heavy bmx with shifter
$800 nowadays
Yes the price has gone up, everything is getting more expensive! Might as well have good hobbies.
“Bang for your dollar”
It’s bang for your buck
Yes for sure a lot of bang for the buck definitely a lot of tire for the dollar. I just personally bought one for myself I can't wait to share some pictures and ride stores.