A T-series (1993+) Cannondale would be perfect ;) Fits 38s + fenders and has all the braze-ons. [TIG-ons?]
Its geometry is within millimeters and half-degrees of the Hillborne, which is of course the proper answer. Either bike will feel quite zippy. The Platypus is much nearer the Clem than the Crust. Your young-family budget would prefer a 'dale...these are readily available through the usual channels. On Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:50:23 AM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote: > I second Leah’s Platypus suggestion. > > I’ve got a 59 Clem and an 54 Appaloosa(similar to the 55 Plat) and > although both are capable of racking and carrying stuff, the Appaloosa > feels quite a bit more “maneuverable” and less like driving a boat.The Plat > will feel plenty zippy and fun while still providing a super comfortable > ride, and in the event you go on a trail or two the longer chainstay length > will soak up the bumps. > > Will and James have fantastic examples of how a Plat can be kitted out on > the employees bike build pages. And Leah having experience with Clems, > Plats, and her Northern Lights Charlie I’d say you can’t ask for a better > endorsement. > > Just my 2 cents! > > On Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 11:15:55 PM UTC-4 [email protected] wrote: > >> Sam Hillborne all day. I have a Sam with upright bars and fat tires, goes >> everywhere, feels plenty different than my Roadini (your Malocchio), still >> super quick and fun. I think you could set up a Platypus different than >> your Clem, but they are pretty similar. Hillborne sits dead center in >> between your Clem and Crust, and could swing either way a bit more than the >> Platy could. IMO. >> >> On Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 1:03:35 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! >> wrote: >> >>> Get that Platypus. I have had all three bikes in question - Clem, >>> Platypus and Charlie. You want the Platypus. The Clem is great for what >>> you’re doing with it. But if you want the perfect marriage between spritely >>> and capable, that’s the Platypus. I was riding a Platypus in club rides in >>> the 16 mph class and it was fine. But when the Charlie came out, it sounded >>> like they made it for ME, and I got one. It is a bit lighter feeling, but >>> not a lot, and if you ever plan to carry anything than go with the Platy. >>> The Charlie is meant to be a road bike and not laden. The Platy is fast; >>> you won’t feel slow on it. And the colors they’re offering are CHEF’S KISS >>> this year. >>> Leah >>> >>> On Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 3:53:19 PM UTC-4 [email protected] >>> wrote: >>> >>>> I would second the Hillsen/Hillborne recommendation. I too have a >>>> Malocchio, which is a great road bike. I also have a hardtail Mtn bike >>>> and >>>> wanted something in between that I could throw racks on and ride around in >>>> town. I got a Hillborne and couldn’t be happier. Between the >>>> Hilsen/Hillborne, I would just pick the size that fits you best or the >>>> brake type you prefer.. I wanted a Hillborne over the Hilsen because I >>>> already had a set of Paul canti brakes. >>>> >>>> Good luck, >>>> >>>> Ryan >>>> >>>> On Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 1:03:24 PM UTC-6 aeroperf wrote: >>>> >>>>> I’ve had both the Hilsen and the Sam. >>>>> I’d say the Sam, hands down. Country bike like the Platy, a little >>>>> bit beefier than the Hilsen. >>>>> With 42mm tires it easily fits your gap between the Malocchio and the >>>>> Clem. >>>>> >>>>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/3ef8b0df-d47b-4a02-8cb0-e1aabb7fdfcfn%40googlegroups.com.
