Originally Posted by
hokiefyd
Some here report the Specialized Roll's "2.3 inch" tires are really more like 2.5 inches. If that's true, then the
base model Roll fits all of your criteria. It's got an aluminum frame, it's available with V-brakes, and it's capable of a 2.4 inch tire with fenders. The base model has been upgraded in the last model year or two to come with a 7-speed cassette; it used to come with a 7-speed freewheel.
I've been wavering back and forth about it. The cruiser geometry might provoke my knees because I have a bit of
chondromalacia. I thought about installing the seatpost back to front then pushing the saddle limit forward and using 30mm riser bars to alter the geometry. But since I have several bicycles I've never been 100% happy about I'm hesitant to experiment one more time and see myself disappointed one more time.