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2018 Roll Elite

4.7

6 Reviews

There are two types of personal trainers in the world—drill sergeants and cheerleaders.…

Product Details

There are two types of personal trainers in the world—drill sergeants and cheerleaders. The Roll Elite is the latter kind, in bicycle form—kindly inspiring you to get out and break a sweat.

With its lightweight alloy frame and fork, eight speeds of "go fast" gearing, stable and wide 27.5 tires, and powerful Tekgtro hydraulic disc brakes, the Roll does everything in its power to encourage and motivate you to keep fit in comfortable, efficient style.

Wide diameter, 650bx2.3" Nimbus Sport tires provide excellent traction, stability, and cushioning, which creates a safer, more reliable, and more comfortable ride on either paved or dirt roads.
Equipped with our Body Geometry "The Cup" saddle, you can expect a supreme level of comfort anywhere you take the Roll. It delivers on these expectations by "cupping" your sit bones, which reduces pressure without feeling obtrusive or constraining.
A spring suspension seatpost takes the sting out of rough terrain, giving you an extra bit of "cushion" that'll have you riding longer and more comfortably.

Technical Specifications

FRAMESET

FRAME

Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Ground Control Positioning, formed tubes, post mount disc, fender/rack mounts

SEAT BINDER

Quick-release clamp, 31.8mm

SUSPENSION

FORK

A1 Premium Aluminum, Cr-Mo steerer, post-mount disc, fender/rack mounts

WHEELS

RIMS

Double-wall, disc-specific, 32h front/ 36h rear

FRONT HUB

Alloy, 6-bolt disc, loose ball bearing, quick-release, 32h

REAR HUB

Alloy, 8/9-speed freehub, 6-bolt disc, loose ball bearings, quick-release, 36h

SPOKES

Stainless, 14g

FRONT TIRE

Nimbus Sport Reflect, 60 TPI w/ BlackBelt Protection, 650b x 2.3"

REAR TIRE

Nimbus Sport Reflect, 60 TPI w/ BlackBelt Protection, 650b x 2.3"

INNER TUBES

Schrader valve

DRIVETRAIN

FRONT DERAILLEUR

Shimano Tourney, top swing, 31.8mm clamp

REAR DERAILLEUR

Shimano Altus, SGS Cage

SHIFT LEVERS

Shimano Altus, EZ Fire Plus, 8-speed

CASSETTE

SunRace, 8-speed, 11-34t

CHAIN

KMC X8 w/ Missing Link™

CRANKSET

Forged alloy, square taper

CHAINRINGS

48/38/28T w/ chainguard

BOTTOM BRACKET

BSA, square taper, cartridge bearings

COCKPIT

STEM

Specialized Flowset, 3D-forged alloy, 20-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp

HANDLEBARS

Specialized Roll, 6061 alloy, 15-degree backsweep, 125mm rise, 31.8mm

GRIPS

Specialized Body Geometry Contour, lock-on

SADDLE

Body Geometry "The Cup," 6-degree rise, elastomer base, steel rails, SWAT™ compatible mounts, 245mm

SEATPOST

Spring suspension, alloy, 27.2mm, 2-bolt clamp

BRAKES

REAR BRAKE

Tektro Auriga, hydraulic disc, 160mm

FRONT BRAKE

Tektro Auriga, hydraulic disc, 180mm

ACCESSORIES

PEDALS

Specialized City, platform

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

	SM	MD	LG	XL
Crank Length	165mm	170mm	175mm	175mm
Handlebar Width	680mm	680mm	680mm	680mm
Stem Length	60mm	60mm	60mm	60mm
Saddle Width	245mm	245mm	245mm	245mm
Seatpost Length	350mm	350mm	350mm	350mm
Stack	586mm	619mm	647mm	670mm
Reach	346.2mm	352.3mm	370.4mm	392mm
Head Tube Length	155mm	185mm	215mm	240mm
Head Tube Angle	68°	69°	69°	69°
BB Height	285mm	285mm	285mm	285mm
BB Drop	70mm	70mm	70mm	70mm
Trail	84mm	77mm	77mm	77mm
Fork Length, Full	420mm	420mm	420mm	420mm
Fork Rake/Offset	55mm	55mm	55mm	55mm
Front Center	618mm	626mm	654mm	685mm
Chainstay Length	480mm	480mm	480mm	480mm
Wheelbase	1089mm	1097mm	1126mm	1156mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal	595mm	615mm	645mm	676mm
Bike Standover Height	730mm	787mm	824mm	850mm
Seat Tube Length	375mm	440mm	480mm	520mm
Seat Tube Angle	67°	67°	67°	67°

Manual Downloads

2017 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)

Dodatek - POUŽITÍ TRENAŽÉRU

2018 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual Addendum: Riding With Kids

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (English)

Trainer Usage Addendum to the Bicycle Owner's Manual

Rider Reviews

4.7

6 Reviews

09/16/2020

Great bike (With Upgraded Components)

I replaced the drive train and brakes all with Shimano components including a Shimano Claris road cassette, Deore XT derailleurs XT crank and pedals and SLX brakes. This is what the Roll Elite should have been from the factory, but alas, the price point would have put it in a different class. It is an awesome FAST bike! I love it!

Name:: Vince

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09/12/2019

Amazing !!! But swap your air caps first

I love this bike. From the first ride it as been amazing. Comfortable like a cruiser, durable like a MTB and fun to ride. My only complaint is that on my second ride out I was stranded with a flat tire due to the faulty, fancy valve caps. They are supposed to tell you when the tire needs air but mine simply leaked out air. Put on regular caps and everything was perfect.

Name:: J

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09/02/2019

Perfect Purchase!

After not riding road bikes for some 10 years, I decided for health reasons to get back into biking. At age 65, road bikes we're not going to fit my lifestyle. I did some looking and decided on the Roll Elite. Caught it on sale at Speciazed, bought online and shipped to my local dealer, Bayou Bicycles. They received the bike assembled lt, notified me it's ready. I picked it up and started riding. It's lite, smooth, comfy, and I love the fresh air.

Name:: Marty

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07/07/2018

Love this bike.

Ride to work and with my daughter. Replaced my 25 year old crossroads. Bought the elight to get the aluminum forks and hydraulic disc brakes. Absolute love them. Also the elight came in an awesome black. I love riding my bike. Sit up high and traffic easily sees me. Can travel at a good rate of speed. So glad I purchased this bike. The upgrade was well worth the money. Bought the roll because I really felt that I did not need shocks. Almost all bikes outside of road bikes come with shocks.

Name:: Ryan

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05/18/2018

Love my Roll Elite!

Last year I bought a Crossroads Sport and my wife bought the Roll. After a season of riding I sold my Crossroads to buy the Roll Elite. I'm glad I did. Its more stable and comfortable. Love the gears and brakes. We ride mostly on bike trails and the tow path in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Name:: Doug

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12/16/2017

I love it and I need one more for my wife!!

I purchased this bike a month ago and I love it! It is totally different then my previous bike with the fat tires, upright stance and the disk brakes are amazing. My old bike was great my as I got older neck and shoulder pain made riding a flat bar, skinny tire bike a chore instead of fun, with the Roll my problem is solved

Name:: Jimmy H.

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