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DRW - thank you for the recommendation - those are beautiful, indeed. Contemplating. On the Pelago - also checking out that option, thank you for recommending it! I should have also mentioned that I want to be able to support a Wald 137... Mike, thank you for sharing the Velo Orange - it's

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That's interesting, mine is a very tight fit as well, 2 more mm and it would not be a fit at all. It's pretty soft aluminum alloy if want to take a file or grinder to it though. On Monday, May 17, 2021 at 12:50:07 PM UTC-5 Tom Wyland wrote: > That kickstand looks great! Mine is all black and

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Tom I noticed the same thing when trying to put the same kickstand on my wife's Platypus. I may have been able to squeeze it in but it would have rubbed the tire anyway so I didn't bother trying. FYI 48 Gravel Kings on Pacenti Brevets and they measure 50mm tubeless. Bones On Monday, May 17,

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That kickstand looks great! Mine is all black and tarnished. Want to hear an odd one? My Pletscher 2-leg kickstand (like Phillip's pictured) wouldn't fit on the mounts on my Platypus. It was too narrow by a couple of mm. So I got a different kickstand. Quality control issue I guess. Tom

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I'm blushing - thanks! I enjoy a good climb (or as good as a "climb" gets in N. Texas) and my hands were slipping little if I pulled back on the bars, hopefully this will help. On Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 6:08:45 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > That's the best grip aesthetic I've seen. The

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Even *I'm *surprised I didn't do it, Jason! 藍 On Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 7:14:31 PM UTC-7 Jason Fuller wrote: > Did anyone else lowkey expect Joe to post a photo of his secretly procured > and built Platy, or was it just me? > > This bike sounds like a dream to ride and also a defining

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Did anyone else lowkey expect Joe to post a photo of his secretly procured and built Platy, or was it just me? This bike sounds like a dream to ride and also a defining moment in Rivendell's progression. To be that comfortable, yet quick - it's my favourite of the Riv secret sauces. On Wed, May

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This confirmation bias appears to be widespread. I've been around Riv Stuff since the beginning and the amount of effusive "this is the bike of all time" praise for Platypus is quite astonishing. Y'all are *into *this one! Joe "who loves his droptube custom and totally gets it" Bernard On

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Thanks Joyce, I already have about 60 miles on it from last weekend. Obviously there's some confirmation bias at play but (and apparently BikesnobNYC agrees here) it really is an incredible ride. So smooth & comfortable but also deceptively quick and handles beautifully. On Wednesday, May 12,

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Congratulations, Phillip! What a beauty. The brass bell looks so nice with the grips. Let us know what you think of the ride when it stops raining. On Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 1:23:18 PM UTC-7 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks! A meet n' greet would be lovely. The Green Spot is always a

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Mermaid by the water! It looks great and so happy you’re loving it so far. Mark Roland nailed the color as a sea foam green and your pic shows how nice a color it is. On Friday, May 7, 2021 at 9:19:40 PM UTC-4 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > Alrighty then...in between emails, Zoom calls,

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I received my first email from RIV about my Platy. And so it begins. Roberta, I'm interested in the handlebar choice too. Tell me more. Philip, I can't wait to see it.. On Friday, May 7, 2021 at 1:39:35 PM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > Anyone lucky enough to already have his/her 55 Platy,

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Anyone lucky enough to already have his/her 55 Platy, could you measure the effective top tube and post that here? If it matters, I run the seat height around 72cm. I sent Analog Cycles Losco and Albatross bars today (both already in my bin) and they will decide which will work best for me

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Roberta - I saw that photo on IG and just knew it had to be yours! On Friday, May 7, 2021 at 6:02:29 AM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > Philip, looking forward to seeing your full build and hearing your > impressions. How could you have not openened the box immediately??? > > Here’s my partial build.

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Philip, looking forward to seeing your full build and hearing your impressions. How could you have not openened the box immediately??? Here’s my partial build. I’ll be getting it in a few weeks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

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Ok, Philip that was an hour ago, so by now you’ve built it and surely must be posing it for the photos you’re about to send us, yes? You’ll ride it to work tomorrow, certainly. Roberta and I were talking and she mentioned that the Bike Snob has a new mystery bike showing up on Monday. We think

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UPS has updated the delivery to today, unless I've forgotten a part I should be out & about for the weekend. Tha mi cho toilichte! On Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at 9:55:39 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Philip - YAY Oh maybe you will get it in time for the weekend! > > I’m anxious

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Philip - YAY Oh maybe you will get it in time for the weekend! I’m anxious to hear of the Platys that have surely been landing on doorsteps around America. Anyone else want to delight us with your words and photos? So happy for you! Leah Sent from my iPad > On May 3, 2021, at 7:20 PM,

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Got a wee note from UPS today! [image: 73f002cade6cbaaa2e2be806417dee8e.png] On Monday, May 3, 2021 at 1:53:18 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: > > I like looping it around the drive side of the seatpost in this situation > - kind of enlarges the radius of the bend while keeping it close to the >

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I like looping it around the drive side of the seatpost in this situation - kind of enlarges the radius of the bend while keeping it close to the seatpost and frame. Use the longest hanger you can find - Surly makes a long one. Laing Delray Beach FL On Monday, May 3, 2021 at 2:38:50 PM UTC-4

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Patrick, You build up a very special bike. I love all of it. Is that a very large bike bottle cage that fits a liter bottle? Kate On Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 7:18:11 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Yes *Ma'am!* > > Or, if you are British: "Righty-ho, Mum!" > > On Sun, May 2, 2021 at 1:30 PM

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Yes *Ma'am!* Or, if you are British: "Righty-ho, Mum!" On Sun, May 2, 2021 at 1:30 PM Leah Peterson wrote: > Ok, Bones, here’s what we’re gonna do. You’re gonna clean that bathroom > until it sparkles as bright as a lime olive Platy and then place that bike > in the center of the bathroom and

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Ok, Bones, here’s what we’re gonna do. You’re gonna clean that bathroom until it sparkles as bright as a lime olive Platy and then place that bike in the center of the bathroom and see what kind of reaction she gives you. Sent from my iPhone > On May 2, 2021, at 7:35 AM, Bones wrote: > >  >

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The Eighth Hour Bicycle Boutique in Brooklyn. It's brand new, just opened on the stoner new year. It's run by the swell fella in the photo. Check them out- @eighthhourstudio -Kai On Friday, April 30, 2021 at 2:15:47 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Wow, Kai, where was this? How

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Lovely bike builds and information. I ordered all black tires but I really like the tan sidewall look that seems to be the preference. It’s a lighter look Hopefully my fenders will help and I think they will because Leah’s doesn’t look “heavy.” Nathan-I’ll be getting mine in 5 weeks also.

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Leah, Yes, first Riv. I’ve been riding my bikes in “The Riv Way” for many years. I was calling to order a Joe A in 2019 when Will talked me into the (then unnamed) Platy. I’ll post photos when it’s built! Not to others - you’ll need some headset spacers to make the stock fork work (10mm?) as

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5 weeks?! We can’t wait that long. We’re going to need to pull some strings. Sent from my iPad > On Apr 30, 2021, at 3:44 PM, Nathan F wrote: > > It's been nice seeing everyone get their frames, both here and on Instagram. > Lots of great builds so far and plenty of inspiration for how I'll

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It's been nice seeing everyone get their frames, both here and on Instagram. Lots of great builds so far and plenty of inspiration for how I'll route the rear cantilever on mine. Seems I'm not the only one who wanted to use cantis! Yesterday the front rack came in for mine... now all that's

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Wow, Kai, where was this? How exciting! Yes, Bones, great bike and tell us how your wife reacted when you surprised her with it. Tom - this is your first Rivendell, yes? How soon can you build it and tell us all about it? I love this thread. It makes me happy every single day. Leah Sent from

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*Hey!* That's triggering language... Peter "59 next week; I better finish up that 50s French racer with the suicide shifter" Adler Berkeley, CA/USA On Monday, March 29, 2021 at 3:36:38 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Jonathan, > > I'm an older fellow (soon to be 59) who's a little creaky, too. >

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Has anyone actually tried these with non-PDW fenders? I've had a couple of sets of fancy-pants Honjos for years, which I never completely installed on my old Raleigh International, because the Raleigh's chainstay bridge wasn't drilled for a mount point and I never got around to kludging a

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Thank you so much for the recommendation, Joe! I'm waiting to hear back from Riv to see if this was a checkout error, or if I truly got the wrong color. If that's the case, I'd love to reach out to them for a painting quote! :) On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 4:11:01 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:

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Heather, if you really want a repaint you can have Riv send the frame over to Rick Stefani at D + D Painting. It won't be cheap but it's not Joe Bell money, either, and Rick is very good. Riv will give him the decals. On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 12:51:37 PM UTC-7 Heather Hayes wrote: >

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I like both but having had many blue bikes I think the lime olive is really nice and less usual. Probably what I would have wanted if.. On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 3:51:37 PM UTC-4 Heather Hayes wrote: > Sounds like the three of us (at least) may have missed the unicorn boat on > the

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Sounds like the three of us (at least) may have missed the unicorn boat on the Mermaid color by a fraction of a nanosecond! I'm grateful it auto-purchased the Lime-Olive so that I didn't miss out completely. But this means I might be "forced" to repaint it the color I wanted all along... that

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Heather and David- I had a similar issue. Had a 50 mermaid in the cart, then it was sold out when I tried to check out, and I had to hustle to check out with a 50 olive. I'm sure the olive will look great, and I am equally sure my wife will agree? Josh On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 3:15:41 PM

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For what it’s worth, I used Amtrak last fall with a 69” wheelbase bike. The bike next to mine was larger and had a milk crate strapped to a front rack. They paid zero attention to the size. Just hooked them up and away we went. -Jacob Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 31, 2021, at 4:09 PM, Emily

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I am thrilled to see these go so fast. I am humming and hawing about making a financially irresponsible decision to buy a 60cm for myself! They look so good. I hope everything gets sorted on the color for those of you wanting mermaid but with a lime-olive invoice. Jonathan P. Seattle, WA

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That was pretty nuts. 60s remain at the moment 3:01 50cm mermaids sold out 3:03 50cm lime olive sold out 3:05 55cm mermaid sold out 3:07 55cm lime olive sold out On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 3:15:41 PM UTC-4 upyou...@yahoo.com wrote: > Heather Hayes, my receipt said the same thing. I wanted

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Heather Hayes, my receipt said the same thing. I wanted the MERMAID but it auto purchased the Lime/Olive. We'll see what happens. I clicked as fast as I could on the dot! On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 3:10:20 PM UTC-4 Heather Hayes wrote: > I clicked purchase on the 50cm in Mermaid, but my

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And, I'm getting a 55 Mermaid, which is what I wanted! David Lipsky Berkeley, CA On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 12:04:52 PM UTC-7 Tom Wyland wrote: > 55 Olive on the way for me! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

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Only 60cm's remain as of 7 minutes into the sale. Not at all surprised, but still somewhat amazed. Hopefully Riv will get another batch in the queue on an ASAP basis with the factory! I have to assume they're maxing out the available manufacturing capacity (they sure ought to be!), which is

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12:10 pst, only 60cm left! On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 12:06:10 PM UTC-7 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > When I was chatting to James & Grant about mine they said I could do a 50 > or a 55. My PBH is 81cm, 5'7", ride a seat at 72cm. > > You might be in luck. > > On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at

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I clicked purchase on the 50cm in Mermaid, but my receipt says Lime-Olive. :/ If anyone had the opposite problem, please let me know if you'd like to trade! :) On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 3:06:10 PM UTC-4 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > When I was chatting to James & Grant about mine they

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When I was chatting to James & Grant about mine they said I could do a 50 or a 55. My PBH is 81cm, 5'7", ride a seat at 72cm. You might be in luck. On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 2:03:49 PM UTC-5 Shoji Takahashi wrote: > oh my... 50-cm Platypus Mermaid is sold out before 3:02pm (EDT). I missed

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55 Olive on the way for me! -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the

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oh my... 50-cm Platypus Mermaid is sold out before 3:02pm (EDT). I missed out... On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 2:43:35 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote: > Your wish appears to have been granted. The Platypus page now says $1650. > > > On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 7:12:03 AM UTC-7 Jonny P wrote: >

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Your wish appears to have been granted. The Platypus page now says $1650. On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 7:12:03 AM UTC-7 Jonny P wrote: > Or as my brain wakes upmaybe the price hike is an April Fool's joke? > Wishful thinking? > > Jonathan P. > Seattle, WA > > On Thursday, April 1, 2021

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There is always a buzz of excitement when RBW introduces some new thing. Models come and go regularly. As GP notes, Platypus is the 4th Mixte model they’ve rolled out. (Wilbury/Glorius, Betty Foy/Yves Gomez, Cheviot are the others). When the idea of extending the top tube as chain stays or

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My guess is shipping costs are way up in the last three months. I don't need a Platy, I don't need a Platy, I don't need a Platy... Jim On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 9:12:03 AM UTC-5 Jonny P wrote: > Or as my brain wakes upmaybe the price hike is an April Fool's joke? > Wishful thinking? >

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Or as my brain wakes upmaybe the price hike is an April Fool's joke? Wishful thinking? Jonathan P. Seattle, WA On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 7:10:36 AM UTC-7 Jonny P wrote: > While I still think $1800 is a very fair price, I think the reasoning in > the last minute change is a bit

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While I still think $1800 is a very fair price, I think the reasoning in the last minute change is a bit suspect. Grant's Blahg has said since 3-4 weeks ago that they knew frames would cost more than other models, hence the $1600 price tag vs $1500 because the Platypii cost an extra $100 to

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Today’s the day! I’m headed to work but I’ll be checking every chance I get! Good luck, all! Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 1, 2021, at 5:42 AM, Eric Marth wrote: > > I am not purchasing a Platypus but it's 8:42 AM here on the east coast and > I'm already white-knuckling the frame release. >

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I am *not* purchasing a Platypus but it's 8:42 AM here on the east coast and I'm already white-knuckling the frame release. On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 7:17:43 AM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > Note posted on Riv’s website last night: > > NOTE: The Platypus frames cost $1,800. We've known that and

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Note posted on Riv’s website last night: NOTE: The Platypus frames cost $1,800. We've known that and talked about it for several weeks now, but due to a cloning error, until Wed Mar 31 8:40 p.m., they were listed at $1,600. Our bad, but we are not able to sell them that cheap, and if you hate

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Add two half-700c wheels which are about 28” in diameter (depending on tire volume). So, 47.25” + 28” = 75.25” Or 6’ 3.25” for the 55cm bike David Lipsky > On Mar 31, 2021, at 1:28 PM, Leah Peterson wrote: > > I can tell you the wheelbase (which is what you’ll need to know, right?) of > my

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Emily I measured my 60cm Cheviot the best I could from the rear fender to front tire. It's close to 75". Not sure if the Platty is longer. Jon On Wed, Mar 31, 2021, 4:13 PM Emily Guise wrote: > Leah, I think what Amtrak is referring to is overall length instead of > wheelbase, because the bikes

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Leah, I think what Amtrak is referring to is overall length instead of wheelbase, because the bikes are hung up on hooks inside the baggage car. But that's still helpful to know, thank you! Thanks Joe and Phillip for your help on those numbers. I suspected it would be a bit too long (one

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That's a 50cm in the pictures, overall length = 6' or 72" already as shown. Worst case a 60 would be another 5% give or take, so around 75". On Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 3:43:11 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: > The length you're getting is about 72 inches. I'm getting 74 on my 54cm > custom

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The length you're getting is about 72 inches. I'm getting 74 on my 54cm custom and 53cm Susie, both with 650B wheels. I think it's safe to assume a 60cm Platy with 700C wheels will be in the range of my bikes, so the Amtrak plan is probably not workable. I'm curious what the full length of

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I can tell you the wheelbase (which is what you’ll need to know, right?) of my 55 cm is approx. 47 1/4 inches. Not sure what a 60 would be but Philip sounds like he knows how to figure it out! Sent from my iPad > On Mar 31, 2021, at 1:09 PM, Emily Guise wrote: > > Does anyone know how long

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Does anyone know how long the Platypuses will be? I was trying to figure out if the 60cm size would fit within the Amtrak bike dimensions for roll-on service, which is 70" x 41" x 8.5". I couldn't find the info on the Riv site. On Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at 9:28:20 AM UTC-7 Clark Fitzgerald

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The bike looks good in its element. On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 8:42:47 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Amen, Philip. And thanks! > > The winds died down this evening and I made it out for 12 or 13 miles and > this is what all the PlatyPeople have to look forward to. Look at that

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Weight does matter and your advice is very sage & spot on. A sub 30lb bike (unloaded) is a good goal, it will accelerate nicely away from a stop, be able to maintain momentum on hills & with headwinds & you will enjoy those far longer than the pain of the cost of parts to achieve it. It's a

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Aw shucks, it was my pleasure. I’m so happy that you were able to make the right call re: your Dad’s forever bike. What color did you score? Lastly, one final tip from me... I’d spend the money you saved buying light parts, if the bike is not a complete. The Clems are gems, as I like to say,

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Same -- I like when things fall in place. As a side note, Will told me about 50 Clem L frames will be available in June. Completes will be available near the end of the year. Jonathan P. Seattle, WA 98108 On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 3:19:55 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > I love when a plan

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I love when a plan comes together. I think you and your dad made a wise choice, those Clems are super extra great bikes. He's going to love it! On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 2:00:52 PM UTC-7 Jonny P wrote: > Leah's video was a HUGE help in the decision making process for my dad's > bike. It

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Leah's video was a HUGE help in the decision making process for my dad's bike. It highlighted the differences and dismounting very well. My dad was totally blown away that someone would be so kind as to go through that effort for a stranger. I was, too. Ultimately, my dad decided that if we

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I sent a video with stills to try to show the differences between Platy and Clem. It was rather hastily shot, and I should have worn pants instead of a tennis skirt so you could better gauge where that top tube hits, but it’s passable. If anyone has Jonathan’s quandary about which Rivendell

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According to James, Clems will be back in late April. On Monday, March 29, 2021 at 7:14:01 PM UTC-5 Jonny P wrote: > Joe & Leah, thank you both for the replies. They're helpful in the > decision making process. It sounds from both of you like stepping through > is a little easier on the Clem

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Jonathan, Of course you're right about availability. The Platy is NOW and I don't have a clue when Clems are back. Personally I would jump NOW and not worry too much about toptube height. Compared to what he's used to the Platy is LOW. On Monday, March 29, 2021 at 6:02:16 PM UTC-7 Joe

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"Step-over differences" This is all very subjective but for me the difference of a couple inches is the difference between "that's super easy, I'm always doing it that way" and "that's kind of uncomfortable, I'll probably avoid it." My situation is a gradually creeping arthritis (it's a thing

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... I forgot to comment negatively on that very oddly constipated radio/film/tv announcer accent that was common until the 1960s. Neither upper class nor regional nor lower class; just "announcer." Very odd. Comment made; h'over and h'out. On Mon, Mar 29, 2021 at 6:42 PM Patrick Moore wrote: >

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAUHxx3EcAY Start about 1:35 for the 80-somethings, and watch closely at about 1:54 to see one of these old men dismount by casually swinging his leg over his handlebar. He's far more supple than I at newly-66! And he had just ridden 101 miles to get to the

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Jonathan, I have both bikes. I’ll send you a video of them side by side and will mount/dismount so you can see what we’re working with. Sound good? Anything else I can do?? L Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 29, 2021, at 5:14 PM, Jonny P wrote: > > Joe & Leah, thank you both for the replies.

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Joe & Leah, thank you both for the replies. They're helpful in the decision making process. It sounds from both of you like stepping through is a little easier on the Clem than that Cheviot/Platypus. Given RBW propensity to not really give frame measurements, it is hard for me to discern just

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Hi Jonathan, Yes, this story is ringing a bell. I have both bikes and for what your dad is wanting to do, the Platy is the perfect choice. I don’t have any wild leg swinging. I step through the bike to get on, and when I’m coming to a stop I raise one leg and step off the bike while seated.

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Well Emily & Leah -- The excitement was short lived. Kevin went to call up Riv, and since I missed the initial pre-order, Golden Pliers could not actually order my frame for dad. Guess that's Riv policy. Thursday it is for me. I set a block of time on my calendar so no one will bug me and I

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I’m so excited for you guys! Jonathan - is it a surprise or does your dad know about his new bike? Today I texted Mom’s neighbor, who plans for a 50 in mermaid. She made her account and will have her finger at the ready on April 1. She’s a newly retired registered nurse, and what a gift to

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Yay Jonathan! That’s where I’m getting my Platy too. It’s gonna be awesome. Emily > On Mar 29, 2021, at 10:23 AM, Jonny P wrote: > > I just put down the deposit for my dad's 60cm Mermaid at Golden Pliers! I am > so excited to see it and get it all built up! > > Jonathan P. > Seattle, WA >

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I just put down the deposit for my dad's 60cm Mermaid at Golden Pliers! I am so excited to see it and get it all built up! Jonathan P. Seattle, WA On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 11:14:38 AM UTC-7 Roberta wrote: > > It was in Friday’s mailer. Yeah!!! > > *Platypus frames will be available to

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It was in Friday’s mailer. Yeah!!! *Platypus frames will be available to order Thursday April 1st at 12pm PST. *You'll have to trust us that it isn't an April Fools joke. We're going to finish all the Sam orders before starting on the Plattys so even though you'll be able to buy one, we'll

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I think Riv’s objection to metal is in regards to safety. No metal fender comes with breakaway tabs. The SKS have breakaway tabs for the front wheel, BUT Portland Design Works makes breakaways for metal fenders, which answers the safety question. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 28, 2021, at

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SKS are made form recycled plastics I believe? I actually felt the same way until I owned a pair, their mounting system is well thought out (albeit in German) and they are a lot more forgiving to knocks than aluminum. On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 12:49:07 PM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote: > Being

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Being honest, I'm surprised that the SKS plastic fenders are still being sold by Rivendell (and are a go-to of Riv owners) now that there is such a wide variety of good quality aluminum fenders nowadays. The SKS are definitely the best of the bunch for plastic but don't hold a candle to

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Just to stave off others patiently waiting on this frame -- there was just a post on Rivendell's IG page saying an email should come through this afternoon and it *may* contain "long awaited" updates. Maybe a date of when we can all order these frames direct from Rivendell? Jonathan Seattle,

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I forgot to mention that these are 700c tires. On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 10:22:13 AM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > On my non-Riv bike, I have Schwalbe Marathon 38mm. Since I don't ride in > the rain, minimal fender protection is OK with me, so I put on the 45s, I > believe. It is one that the

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Sorry - I meant specifically for the Platypus with 38mm or thereabouts. I think the P50 but want to be sure when I do the Amazon swap. On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 8:54:22 AM UTC-5 RichS wrote: > Phil, > > I have P45s paired with 650b 38mm Gravel Kings > on my Hillborne. Works fine but of

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Phil, I have P45s paired with 650b 38mm Gravel Kings on my Hillborne. Works fine but of course P50s would give more margin. Best, Rich in ATL Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 28, 2021, at 9:40 AM, Roberta wrote: > > Fenders are practical! What width tires? > > This is from Riv’s website.

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Fenders are practical! What width tires? This is from Riv’s website. I hope this helps. It doesn’t specifically say “chromoplast.” For 700c tires skinner than 28mm: P35 For 700c tires 28mm to 38mm: P45 Longboards if you ride up to a 700x38 size.

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Any ideas what SKS Chromoplastic fender set will fit the 650b models? I have a P45 I need to return to Amazon. On Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 12:31:01 PM UTC-5 David Person wrote: > Perhaps the paint will have fluorescence properties. This from the latest > issue of National Wildlife Magazine.

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I hear ya, Kate, I was all about that shocking LimeOlive when I first saw it but I suspect it wouldn't age well with me. If I got this frame it would be Mermaid. On Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 6:08:54 AM UTC-7 upyou...@yahoo.com wrote: > Oh my my head was filled with Platy dreams all

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I sent a confirmation email to James & Grant last night...I'm in! On Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 8:08:54 AM UTC-5 upyou...@yahoo.com wrote: > Oh my my head was filled with Platy dreams all night!!! I can't > wait. I put it out of my head and forced myself not to think about it > until

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Oh my my head was filled with Platy dreams all night!!! I can't wait. I put it out of my head and forced myself not to think about it until next month but what? Here they are. So close!!! I originally attached myself to the 50 lime/olive but that mermaid is calling me like a

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Haha, I knew you would catch the spelling. And you're right, I DON'T STAND A CHANCE!  Joe "hmm, maybe a 2-speed project to see how light a Platy can get would be fun 樂" Bernard On Friday, March 26, 2021 at 6:31:02 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Yes, but who wants to tell Will

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Leah: Greg has chosen to go down the single speed route instead and is currently building up a surly cross check, so for now we only have one matching set of bikes. :) Pancake: some lovely photos the Cheviot! I think it is something about the head tube length that makes it look extra long. But

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Yes, but who wants to tell Will he’s spelling it wrong? It’s PLATY! I’m so excited for the Platy People. The colors look beautiful; you will love the bike. There’s magic in the Riv mixtes. Joe, you don’t stand a chance. Leah Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 26, 2021, at 4:19 PM, Joe Bernard

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Check your emails, kids. In a stunning turn of events I've never seen in the history of RBW - and I've been here from the beginning - frames are a month early! PS. Note that Will now calls Platypuses "Plattys", which is what Leah Bicycle Belle Ding Ding has been calling them for months. It's

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*Will's 3/26/21 Email Update here:* https://mailchi.mp/42cc80fbd051/platypus-and-sam-frames-are-here?e=90002be5ff On Friday, March 26, 2021 at 3:35:27 PM UTC-7 Pancake wrote: > Some not gangly nor awkward 60cm Cheviot shots from Napa: > https://imgur.com/a/VXeg4Q5 > [image: 9 - bNrYfpz.jpg] >

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Emily, it’s gonna be beautiful, I’m sure of it. And also wonderful: we will have the exact same pair of bikes! Please tell me Greg is getting one too. That would be over the top. L Sent from my iPad > On Mar 26, 2021, at 11:02 AM, Emily Guise wrote: > > As someone who's getting a 60cm olive

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