SANFORD
For about $200 more than the Roscoe, you get:	Benefits of upgrades:
Carbon-legged fork with alloy steer tube	Stiff and light; carbon helps dampen road vibrations
FSA Vero cranks	Approximate 100g weight savings over ISO Flow cranks. Alloy chainrings. Cold forged 6061 arms.
Shimano Deore LX rear derailleur	Lighter weight; better shifting performance
Shimano R440 flat-bar 9-speed shifters	Wider gear range; 27 gears v. 24 gears. R440's a made specifically for flat-bar road bikes, so they sport a more streamlined look.
Shimano Alivio hubs	Smooth rolling and lighter weight.
Ritchey Girder XC rims	Lightweight trekking rim from one of the leaders in aftermarket components