It’s not a girls bike. It’s a unisex. If you refer to it as a girls bike you will have less sales. I bought the 2020 version and love it. The salesperson said they sell more of this bike to men then women. I would not have bought bike if it was a girls bike.
I just bought a 2021 Roll Sport yesterday. The shop is assembling it and I'll pick it up tomorrow. Can't wait. After practically zero exercise for two years due to surgery I'm ready to start toning the muscles and cardio. I'm 67 years old and this bike has the seating position I want, the wider tires for stability, enough gears to tackle anything I'm likely to encounter, and it's just a sharp looking bike. I got it in the Redwood color, which is quite flash! So looking forward to tomorrow!
that's awesome!!! congratulations and you are going to love it, I have one myself too and its the perfect bike for comfort riding but easy to get it up to speed and hold it. I love it and im happy your doing better with the recovery for surgery hopefully this helps you too :))
At 67 also, the Roll is my first "premium" bike out of the 15 I've had in the last 61 years. They told me it's a 2021 but it's geared at 3X7. Still, the bike is great... kinda deceptive because I feel like I can ride it like I could 20 years ago....lol
I got the 2020 Roll Low Sport in all black, I Love this bike! I'm a big guy and can definitely put some miles on this bike, usually 8 miles per ride. Only issue is the bike was literally all black with barely any reflectors, also tires did not have any reflectors. Spent a few hours and painted the rims and pedals white and put a few lights on it now I am loving it. Definitely would recommend this bike!
I bought this bike in 2018 as a senior I got tired of tripping when I dismount so it's not just for women. I've really enjoy riding it, I've taken 50 mile day trips. Its really comfortable I ride around mission bay, into downtown San Diego, everywhere, it takes hill real good. Just one piece of good advice up grade the tubes & tires, the one that come with the bike are useless. Nothing against the company, it's been my bike life experience all manufacturers put on the cheap tubes & tires.
that is awesome, this bike is such a nice all around bike and who cares about the frame, they do such a nice job of allowing people to get on and off the bike easily with zero effort, asd loong as it works for you, thats all that matters
I also got the low entry model. I'm 70 years old and it's much easier to get on and off. Look at the Dutch people, most of their bikes are similar to this. I see you're from San Diego, born and raised there
Heck yeah I'm about that step through life now at least for one of my errand bike because I get groceries on my bike, and its uncomfortable trying to get my leg over the basket on the back of my bike with heavy groceries. Lol I am not a flexible dude. Saw a version of this on CL with a back rack so now researching this bike. Thx for your review!
I agree. I’ve always had a “male” frame but I think it’s stupid. Should be more marketed like “Two triangles=more strength less weight, rear triangle and mixte= more convenience.”
How does the Roll deal with heavier riders. I weigh 270 pounds and had trouble with things breaking on the TREK Verve 2 Lowstep I'd purchased. The shaft on the suspension seat post was the first to go, followed by the seat breaking and then spokes on the rear wheel started snapping. Eventually I got the issues with that bike sorted out, BUT I was never as satisfied with the bike as I was with my Electra Townie 7D which was able to support my weight with little trouble.
At 4;16.. I have to say, as a Male in my 50's with hip and knee issues/surgery. The womens frame is perfect for me to get on and off with. I would by a black one and get on with life. They should just call this a uni sex frame because I am Sure that I am not alone with my physical issues. Good review btw :)
My wife owns both a Townie single speed and a Roll Low 1X7 and still goes out on both and always loves riding them! She won’t part with her Townie just to be able to get others to come ride she shares it with friends!
Yea that’s where I will give it to the townie..... the one size fits all, such a nice feature, I have a roll and townie and my wife has a townie. I just like the roll because it’s specialize
The color is listed as Gloss Oasis/Forest green. It looks mint and black to me. Are the accents actually dark green? What about the thread accent on the seat?
yes this is very true, but It is labeled as a womans model even though I think they should just call it a step through model, makes more sense for guys to get this model anyways lol
Maybe enough bike shop owners can start communicating to the manufacturers? Just ask “Do women who are professional cycling racers ride step through frames?”
I have the Specialized roll and its comfortable, I love it. However the wide tires do slow you down. If your looking for speed and distance this is not your bike. However for fun and comfort it's great.
I have a 2021 sport (at least by price) and it's geared 3X7 not 2X7 like your example... not complaining just wondering how that happened? And, oh yes... I'm under the impression that you would choose a step-thru if you've configured for cargo and slinging your leg over the back isn't practical.
so for the 2021 models they got rid of the 3x and went 2x for the convience and less gears, and asloi yes that makes sense. step thru would make it easier
very nice I have that same color as well and my wife has the same bike too... its very nice for cruising with the family but also getting some exercise
I never installed one on there but i think I recall a tim ewhere someone brought one in and we had a lot of trouble because of how low the bik was and the tires being a 27.5 just get the topeak seat I hjave it for my kid and it works amaizng and it comes on and off really easy, I used it for my 6 month old all the way too 3 and half and i used it one time for a lightweight 5 year old just make sure if your buying it make sure you get it for disc brakes or rim brakes depending on the model www.rei.com/product/183817/topeak-babyseat-ii-rack-non-disc?CAWELAID=120217890010694271&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=100415932465&CATCI=pla-452552824922&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_1838170001%7C92700053582173394%7CTOF%7C71700000066832423&gclid=Cj0KCQjwraqHBhDsARIsAKuGZeFx3Oljq4grXgNGB2sRnxuSYqD9I6_pBlj1vdMxiljgk4U6QxI_kZsaAvL4EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
can anyone compare this to the Jamis Hudson? I rode a friend's (Jamis) and loved it - but can't get. My local bike shop has one of these - is it comparable?
I dont know the jamis but this bike is very nice and I have one personally and its easy to ride and cruise and also has the bigger wheels and makes it easier to ride further differences
I love this Sport Roll because of the suspension seat post. I actually care less for the disc brakes and extra gear in the front. So I may consider this and not the regular Roll Thanks great review and bike...shame it is out of stock at this time in July 2021
Actually told this and you're supposed to be an expert this is not designed for women this bike is unisex for men or women with mobility issues plus I never understood what the big deal was why a man would want a bar underneath his you-know-what this is not a girl's bike it's a man or woman's bike
The reason "step through" bikes are classically considered Womens bikes is because it enables them to ride a bike while wearing a dress. Something I learned recently.
The dark purple looked good but so does the blue. Any color is really nice and she’s going to love it. I have one for me and the wife and there perfect!!! Easy cruising bikes 😁
Well for somebody don’t know nothing about bikes that’s also men’s bike because men have issues physical issues of getting on and off of a bike Trek !! Yes Trek makes a great step through bike !!!! They don’t try to advertise it and play it off men’s bike or ladies bike it’s for everyone really if you have some kind of physical issue of getting on and off of bike by raising your leg to get over a bar to get on a bike that’s what the steps are us for no matter if you’re a man or woman come on get your stuff straight !!!!
yea for sure I mean in europe that style is considered unisex but over here for some reason its oconsidered female but I know pleanty of guys who bought this model for the ease to get on and off it
@@GCPerformance18 I had a back injury an was told Trek $ 669.00 Verb 2 makes a low step bike !! Makes it easy on & off for myself a man !! I have one ordered from Trek !!
It’s not a girls bike. It’s a unisex. If you refer to it as a girls bike you will have less sales. I bought the 2020 version and love it. The salesperson said they sell more of this bike to men then women. I would not have bought bike if it was a girls bike.
This is true all bikes are unisex for the hybrid models. It’s just about which is more comfortable for the rider. Sorry about thag
Color is important.
I just bought a 2021 Roll Sport yesterday. The shop is assembling it and I'll pick it up tomorrow. Can't wait. After practically zero exercise for two years due to surgery I'm ready to start toning the muscles and cardio. I'm 67 years old and this bike has the seating position I want, the wider tires for stability, enough gears to tackle anything I'm likely to encounter, and it's just a sharp looking bike. I got it in the Redwood color, which is quite flash! So looking forward to tomorrow!
that's awesome!!! congratulations and you are going to love it, I have one myself too and its the perfect bike for comfort riding but easy to get it up to speed and hold it. I love it and im happy your doing better with the recovery for surgery hopefully this helps you too :))
At 67 also, the Roll is my first "premium" bike out of the 15 I've had in the last 61 years. They told me it's a 2021 but it's geared at 3X7.
Still, the bike is great... kinda deceptive because I feel like I can ride it like I could 20 years ago....lol
I have it in teal. You can see me coming from a mile away, and I love it! :-)
@@postal_the_clown be careful, my 2022 is so easy to ride that I overdid it. Had to stop riding for a couple of weeks due to pulling leg muscles!
@@gosman949 Good advice. I'll have to put that excuse next to "oh, but that spider worked so hard on her web."
I got the 2020 Roll Low Sport in all black, I Love this bike! I'm a big guy and can definitely put some miles on this bike, usually 8 miles per ride. Only issue is the bike was literally all black with barely any reflectors, also tires did not have any reflectors. Spent a few hours and painted the rims and pedals white and put a few lights on it now I am loving it. Definitely would recommend this bike!
thats awesome!!! this bike is a really nice bike for everyone me and the wife both have one
I bought this bike in 2018 as a senior I got tired of tripping when I dismount so it's not just for women. I've really enjoy riding it, I've taken 50 mile day trips. Its really comfortable I ride around mission bay, into downtown San Diego, everywhere, it takes hill real good. Just one piece of good advice up grade the tubes & tires, the one that come with the bike are useless. Nothing against the company, it's been my bike life experience all manufacturers put on the cheap tubes & tires.
that is awesome, this bike is such a nice all around bike and who cares about the frame, they do such a nice job of allowing people to get on and off the bike easily with zero effort, asd loong as it works for you, thats all that matters
I also got the low entry model. I'm 70 years old and it's much easier to get on and off. Look at the Dutch people, most of their bikes are similar to this. I see you're from San Diego, born and raised there
Which tubes & tires would be better for this bike?
Heck yeah I'm about that step through life now at least for one of my errand bike because I get groceries on my bike, and its uncomfortable trying to get my leg over the basket on the back of my bike with heavy groceries. Lol I am not a flexible dude. Saw a version of this on CL with a back rack so now researching this bike. Thx for your review!
you are very welcoime the bike does so well!!
I agree. I’ve always had a “male” frame but I think it’s stupid. Should be more marketed like “Two triangles=more strength less weight, rear triangle and mixte= more convenience.”
How does the Roll deal with heavier riders. I weigh 270 pounds and had trouble with things breaking on the TREK Verve 2 Lowstep I'd purchased. The shaft on the suspension seat post was the first to go, followed by the seat breaking and then spokes on the rear wheel started snapping. Eventually I got the issues with that bike sorted out, BUT I was never as satisfied with the bike as I was with my Electra Townie 7D which was able to support my weight with little trouble.
At 4;16.. I have to say, as a Male in my 50's with hip and knee issues/surgery. The womens frame is perfect for me to get on and off with. I would by a black one and get on with life. They should just call this a uni sex frame because I am Sure that I am not alone with my physical issues. Good review btw :)
yea they arnt labeling them as mens or woman's anymore, now they are just labeled as step through or non step through
My wife and I took our Specialized Roll sport bikes on a 34 mile ride for her 34th birthday.
thats awsome!! sounds like a nice ride
My wife owns both a Townie single speed and a Roll Low 1X7 and still goes out on both and always loves riding them! She won’t part with her Townie just to be able to get others to come ride she shares it with friends!
Yea that’s where I will give it to the townie..... the one size fits all, such a nice feature, I have a roll and townie and my wife has a townie. I just like the roll because it’s specialize
GC Performance Well I have an original 2010 Roll1 single speed/fixie and 2 other Specialized and my Wife has the new Roll so you see who we like!
Absolutely love this bike!
The color is listed as Gloss Oasis/Forest green. It looks mint and black to me. Are the accents actually dark green? What about the thread accent on the seat?
yea it is more mint fo rsure
Thanks for the video and explain the specs.. I am now looking for a roll sport. Do you happen to know what colors they come in for 2020 & 2021
yea they are on specialized website under roll and will show all the colors
Love this bike. Thanks for your reviews! Do you know why the Low Sport step through doesn’t come in Size XL?
I think just because they want to force the taller people to pay more money. Lol maybe to save money
👉@1:05👈
This version or the "men's" version🤷♂️
These are also good for men with knee problems! I'm thinking of getting this step-thru model🤔
yes this is very true, but It is labeled as a womans model even though I think they should just call it a step through model, makes more sense for guys to get this model anyways lol
Maybe enough bike shop owners can start communicating to the manufacturers? Just ask “Do women who are professional cycling racers ride step through frames?”
good video, i like it, How heavy is this bike ?
I have no Idea lol I am sorry that bike left
Really good bike for a ebike conversion
yea theyhave the big tires and also the disc brakes
super comfy. super upright!!!!!!
I have the Specialized roll and its comfortable, I love it. However the wide tires do slow you down. If your looking for speed and distance this is not your bike. However for fun and comfort it's great.
the big tires are like a soft shock! Rides like a Cadillac! And I still can get up to 20 mph, no need to go any faster!
I have one arriving next week! Can't hardly wait! Super bike. Comfy seat!
Awesome!!! Your going to love it😁
I have a 2021 sport (at least by price) and it's geared 3X7 not 2X7 like your example... not complaining just wondering how that happened? And, oh yes... I'm under the impression that you would choose a step-thru if you've configured for cargo and slinging your leg over the back isn't practical.
so for the 2021 models they got rid of the 3x and went 2x for the convience and less gears, and asloi yes that makes sense. step thru would make it easier
I have a 2017 Roll and have 3x7. It is great!
Are those wheels quick release or thru-axle?
quick release
Very nice! I think my wife would love this, any idea on weight?
I think like 28-30 lbs. not bad
My wife has this one I like it so much I ordered myself a large dove grey sport today
very nice I have that same color as well and my wife has the same bike too... its very nice for cruising with the family but also getting some exercise
Hi there can you confirm if this specific bike is compatible with the Thule Yepp nexxt maxi frame???
I never installed one on there but i think I recall a tim ewhere someone brought one in and we had a lot of trouble because of how low the bik was and the tires being a 27.5 just get the topeak seat I hjave it for my kid and it works amaizng and it comes on and off really easy, I used it for my 6 month old all the way too 3 and half and i used it one time for a lightweight 5 year old
just make sure if your buying it make sure you get it for disc brakes or rim brakes depending on the model
www.rei.com/product/183817/topeak-babyseat-ii-rack-non-disc?CAWELAID=120217890010694271&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=100415932465&CATCI=pla-452552824922&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_1838170001%7C92700053582173394%7CTOF%7C71700000066832423&gclid=Cj0KCQjwraqHBhDsARIsAKuGZeFx3Oljq4grXgNGB2sRnxuSYqD9I6_pBlj1vdMxiljgk4U6QxI_kZsaAvL4EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
Just curious. What, specifically, makes this a girl's bike?
society
Specialized calls it the low entry model. In Holland where pretty much everyone rides a bike most are low entry, it's not a woman's model.
This bike is so sick!!!!!
it honestly is, such a nice bike and so comfortbale
I have the 2022 Roll III. They have changed many of the components and I'm not sure for the best!
Yea I hate the new seat how skinny it is. And also a lot of the components are cheaper brands now
For what they use to be
@@GCPerformance18 the skinny seat is OK. But I guess all that matters is the performance and boy does it have the performance!
can anyone compare this to the Jamis Hudson? I rode a friend's (Jamis) and loved it - but can't get. My local bike shop has one of these - is it comparable?
I dont know the jamis but this bike is very nice and I have one personally and its easy to ride and cruise and also has the bigger wheels and makes it easier to ride further differences
just got one 🎉
Is the kickstand included ?
On ours yes. I’m sure you can negotiate thag in the price
I love this Sport Roll because of the suspension seat post. I actually care less for the disc brakes and extra gear in the front.
So I may consider this and not the regular Roll
Thanks great review and bike...shame it is out of stock at this time in July 2021
yea the suspension seatpost is so nice
What helmet do you recommend to go with it?
anything big brand name but the specialized echelon is nice
I have one that I got from Nutcase a few years ago, plus a newer one from Kickstarter (Lumos Ultra). Both are excellent helmets.
I just paid $1,100.00 for this bike today. Talk about inflation!
I know it is crayz now, talk about hyper inflstion
I did too for the Roll III. Did you notice they downgraded the handlebars and components! We now only have a 7 speed!
Great bike have one my self for slow relaxing rides
yea there perfect for those nice cruising day rides, realy comfy
GC Performance I have over 4000km on mine it’s a super awesome bike. 30lb for LG. Great for 100km long rides 4h long
@@1bojanbojan ohhh wow thats awesome I just do like 10 mile rides or something to the beach thats crazy miles you got,...... good for you
Can you review the Roll Elite regular entry? What are the major differences between the Roll Sport
Yea I think I have a roll elite in a step through but it would be the exact same as a regular entry
I can do a review on that if you like
@@GCPerformance18 that would be great! thank you
@@paulwydler2470 okay awesome give me a little but I will get one up there
Actually told this and you're supposed to be an expert this is not designed for women this bike is unisex for men or women with mobility issues plus I never understood what the big deal was why a man would want a bar underneath his you-know-what this is not a girl's bike it's a man or woman's bike
Don’t buy a Roll bike they don’t make rear rim wheel replacements anymore. Rim are known to split around the spokes.
The reason "step through" bikes are classically considered Womens bikes is because it enables them to ride a bike while wearing a dress.
Something I learned recently.
who sells these bikes
the comapny specialized
I’ve ordered one for my wife too :) 2021 in blue. Would have preferred the dark purple but couldn’t get it until March
The dark purple looked good but so does the blue. Any color is really nice and she’s going to love it. I have one for me and the wife and there perfect!!! Easy cruising bikes 😁
I want one!!
Go get one!! There so nice
The Specialized Roll 2 in 2023 until about April 10th for $599
I know they raised the price so much it is crazy
Well for somebody don’t know nothing about bikes that’s also men’s bike because men have issues physical issues of getting on and off of a bike Trek !! Yes Trek makes a great step through bike !!!! They don’t try to advertise it and play it off men’s bike or ladies bike it’s for everyone really if you have some kind of physical issue of getting on and off of bike by raising your leg to get over a bar to get on a bike that’s what the steps are us for no matter if you’re a man or woman come on get your stuff straight !!!!
yea for sure I mean in europe that style is considered unisex but over here for some reason its oconsidered female but I know pleanty of guys who bought this model for the ease to get on and off it
@@GCPerformance18 I had a back injury an was told Trek $ 669.00 Verb 2 makes a low step bike !!
Makes it easy on & off for myself a man !! I have one ordered from Trek !!
800 bucks now....😕
yea I know this shit sucks lol
There is no point of showing American advertising Videos in UK when you cannot buy the items - pointless and disappointing.
okay so what I am not suppose to post videos? what the hell
How does the 2021 differ from the 2020 model?
2021 retail for $700 where as the 2020 were $635 and the 2020 had a 3x7 drivetrain and this one has a 2x7 drivetrain