Hi chi11i and welcome to the forum. You can try out some by calling ahead and trying to book a test ride with some various Cycle Shops. Or, come to one of the various drinks that we have in London, and chat to the chaps and chapettes.
As for the Bianchi Pista, I'm sure that would be perfect for the job. Its a good time to buy, as there sales now all over the place. If you have nothing against aluminum frames, then there's a bargain to be had in the Giant Bowery (£225!) http://www.pearsoncycles.co.uk/product/3277/GIANT_BOWERY_SINGLE_SPEED_CLEARANCE_RRP_350_SAVE_125_NOW_22500. As a back up bike (my main), its stiff and fast. Only the bottom bracket needs a good lubeing on its first (free) shop tune-up, and it should be very good after that.
Hi chi11i and welcome to the forum. You can try out some by calling ahead and trying to book a test ride with some various Cycle Shops. Or, come to one of the various drinks that we have in London, and chat to the chaps and chapettes.
As for the Bianchi Pista, I'm sure that would be perfect for the job. Its a good time to buy, as there sales now all over the place. If you have nothing against aluminum frames, then there's a bargain to be had in the Giant Bowery (£225!) http://www.pearsoncycles.co.uk/product/3277/GIANT_BOWERY_SINGLE_SPEED_CLEARANCE_RRP_350_SAVE_125_NOW_22500. As a back up bike (my main), its stiff and fast. Only the bottom bracket needs a good lubeing on its first (free) shop tune-up, and it should be very good after that.