[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[REC]

Ash just posted a WTS 51 Appaloosa.  I sent him your info.  Here's his.

https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/47sCkyQ3U3k

I love my Appaloosa.

Roberta

On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 5:12:20 PM UTC-4, RJ March wrote:

> This is my first post and I have been driven to it by a (mild) 
> desperation. Here's the story: I was looking to buy a Riv bike and settled 
> on the Joe Appaloosa. I went on the Riv website and was able to purchase a 
> 51cm Hi Ho Silver Joe Appaloosa. Amazing! I thought. A week later, I got a 
> call and sincere apology from Vince at Riv that this was a glitch in the 
> system and they have no more 51cm Appaloosas, at all. Not so amazing, I 
> thought. 
>
> I am now appealing to any of you all - any chance anyone out there wants 
> to part ways with their 51cm Appaloosa? 
>
> Alternatively, since my PBH is 79, Riv offered me a 46cm Appaloosa. I 
> think it would end up feeling like a pretty small bike. I would love to get 
> in on the ride experience of the Appaloosa but not at the expense of fit. I 
> have no Riv shops in my area. Has anyone been in a similar situation 
> between the 46 and 51 Appaloosa? 
>
> I am thinking I will stick with a 51cm size and go with a Sam Hillborne, 
> even though I am not a big fan of the caliper brake set up and would be 
> somewhat limited on touring - though I read on here that the Sam can haul, 
> too. 
>  
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[RichS]

RJ, my PBH is 80. I have a 51 Sam and a 53 Atlantis. The Sam gives me a bit 
more stand over but both fit and ride beautifully. Sam has drop bars; Atlantis 
has Albatross.

As long as you get the right sizing, whatever Riv you purchase will be an 
enjoyable ride.

And two thumbs up for Hampstead Heath!

Best of luck in your search.
Richard

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[REC]

I meant keep a second bike for me at WORK.  This is too aggressive for me, 
so I've passed.  Perhaps good for you.

I have been looking for used Rivs on Craigslist, so I can keep a second 
bike at home.  I don't know much about Bridgestone bikes, but I've seen 
this for a few weeks and it's still available.  I *think* it's from one of 
our members and might be acceptable quick replacement:  
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/bik/d/bridgestone-xo/6202919510.html

On Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 5:22:37 PM UTC-4, REC wrote:

> I think I purchased the last 51 Joe A from Gravel and Grind (it IS a cool 
> shop) in April, but if they have one, that would be great for you.  It's a 
> wonderful bike!  My next favorite was the Atlantis, but that was out of my 
> budget.   And, I don't even do any touring!
>
>

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[REC]

I think I purchased the last 51 Joe A from Gravel and Grind (it IS a cool 
shop) in April, but if they have one, that would be great for you.  It's a 
wonderful bike!  My next favorite was the Atlantis, but that was out of my 
budget.   And, I don't even do any touring!

I have been looking for used Rivs on Craigslist, so I can keep a second 
bike at home.  I don't know much about Bridgestone bikes, but I've seen 
this for a few weeks and it's still available.  I *think* it's from one of 
our members and might be acceptable quick replacement:  
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/bik/d/bridgestone-xo/6202919510.html

Bridgestone XO-2 - $425 (Fairfax, VA)  
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condition: *excellent* 
make / manufacturer: *Bridgestone* 
model name / number: *XO-2* 

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Legendary 1992 Bridgestone XO-2 $425 52cm frame

This Pearl White example is almost completely original. The tires are not 
original and the specifications said the bike was originally equipped with 
presta tubes. The bike currently has schraeder valved tubes so it is likely 
the rims have been drilled to accomodate the larger "car type" valves. The 
rear rack is a Specialized branded one. Overall condition is very good. 

Complete specifications and geometry can be found at the pdf file at the 
link below. XO-2 description on page 38 Geometry information is on page 47, 
Component specifications on page 49 

http://sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1992/1992.pdf

If you're even looking at this ad, you likely know a little bit about the 
Bridgestone bikes of the early 90s and Grant Petersen. Grant Petersen 
currently runs Rivendell Bicycles and is well-known for promoting sensible 
(but not cheap) bicycles. The PDF file at the link is a 1992 Bridgestone 
catalog which has all sorts of interesting information on bicycle sizing, 
components, and materials. 

We're asking real money for this bicycle and while we may entertain offers, 
we may not accept much below the listed price. The listed price is pretty 
much mid-range from what we've uncovered via the wonders of the internet. 
If you're seriously interested, contact us by email and set up a time to 
check out the bike with your own eyes. After you've inspected the bike you 
can always make an offer but, if it's not realistic, don't hold your breath 
expecting it to be accepted. 

If the advertisement on Craigslist is up, then the bike is available. 
Thanks for looking! 


On Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 11:00:13 AM UTC-4, RJ March wrote:

> Atlantis looks amazing. It was a 5 month wait though and I am a cycle 
> commuter in a 1 car family needing to replace my stolen bike asap. I had my 
> GP-designed '92 Bridgestone RB-T stolen. That was a GREAT bike. I doubt I 
> could find another bike with that classic geometry (no slanted tt), tubing 
> so elegantly slender, and a ride so nimble with canti brakes and touring 
> abilities. I road that thing in London traffic when I was living there and 
> it did equally well weaving in and out of cars as it did on rough country 
> paths in Hamstead Heath. I am now looking for something that will do well 
> with all the hills in our new home - Seattle. Here's a photo of the 
> Bridgestone if you are curious or somehow come across it:
>
>
> 
>
>
>
>
> On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 9:47:49 PM UTC-4, Will wrote:
>>
>> Or... look for a 53cm Atlantis. :-) It's the beast. 
>>
>>
>>
>> On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 4:12:20 PM UTC-5, RJ March wrote:
>>>
>>> This is my first post and I have been driven to it by a (mild) 
>>> desperation. Here's the story: I was looking to buy a Riv bike and settled 
>>> on the Joe Appaloosa. I went on the Riv website and was able to purchase a 
>>> 51cm Hi Ho Silver Joe Appaloosa. Amazing! I thought. A week later, I got a 
>>> call and sincere apology from Vince at Riv that this was a glitch in the 
>>> system and they have no more 51cm Appaloosas, at all. Not so amazing, I 
>>> thought. 
>>>
>>> I am now appealing to any of you all - any chance anyone out there wants 
>>> to part ways with their 51cm Appaloosa? 
>>>
>>> Alternatively, since my PBH is 

[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[Chris Birkenmaier]

I called all of the dealers lsted when I was looking for my 2017 Joe.  This 
was after the 51 went out of stock on the Riv site.  VERY few of them out 
there and like I mentioned a few left over 2016's but I'm guessing they are 
gone by now since it has been a few months now.  Several dealers were 
wishing they could have gotten more Joes in as there is quite a demand for 
them.  When I called the Wheelhouse they didn't have a 2017 on the floor 
but thought they might have some in back in boxes.  I completely lucked out 
that they had my size and my preferred color.  I really love this bike and 
it has settled my cravings for buying bikes.  (not easy to cure!)

On Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 3:41:06 PM UTC-4, Jonathan D. wrote:
>
> The Clem is a similar bike and might work as well. 

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[Jonathan D.]

The Clem is a similar bike and might work as well. 

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[Joe Bernard]

Based on the size of that RB-1 I think the 46 Appaloosa would work for you, 
especially if you're using Moustache/Albastache bars. 

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[EasyRider]

I'm in between sizes on the Appaloosa. I asked a fellow list member what 
the standover on his 51cm Appaloosa was; he measured 77.5cm with 42mm 
tires. 

On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 5:12:20 PM UTC-4, RJ March wrote:
>
> This is my first post and I have been driven to it by a (mild) 
> desperation. Here's the story: I was looking to buy a Riv bike and settled 
> on the Joe Appaloosa. I went on the Riv website and was able to purchase a 
> 51cm Hi Ho Silver Joe Appaloosa. Amazing! I thought. A week later, I got a 
> call and sincere apology from Vince at Riv that this was a glitch in the 
> system and they have no more 51cm Appaloosas, at all. Not so amazing, I 
> thought. 
>
> I am now appealing to any of you all - any chance anyone out there wants 
> to part ways with their 51cm Appaloosa? 
>
> Alternatively, since my PBH is 79, Riv offered me a 46cm Appaloosa. I 
> think it would end up feeling like a pretty small bike. I would love to get 
> in on the ride experience of the Appaloosa but not at the expense of fit. I 
> have no Riv shops in my area. Has anyone been in a similar situation 
> between the 46 and 51 Appaloosa? 
>
> I am thinking I will stick with a 51cm size and go with a Sam Hillborne, 
> even though I am not a big fan of the caliper brake set up and would be 
> somewhat limited on touring - though I read on here that the Sam can haul, 
> too. 
>  
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[RJ March]

I called around but haven't had any luck. Gravel and Grind hasn't gotten 
back to me yet though. They seem like a cool shop. 

On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 11:04:48 PM UTC-4, J Imler wrote:
>
> Have you contacted any other dealers? I visited Gravel and Grind in 
> Maryland recently and saw Appaloosas on the floor.  

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[RJ March]

Good point, Drew. They do both seem like amazing bikes though. 

On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 6:55:37 PM UTC-4, drew wrote:
>
> Have you called the riv dealers to see what they have?
> Also, I think you shouldn't get the Sam. Sam is a great great bike, but on 
> a purchase this big, I'm not a fan of settling for the thing you didn't 
> really want. 

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[Will]

Or... look for a 53cm Atlantis. :-) It's the beast. 



On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 4:12:20 PM UTC-5, RJ March wrote:
>
> This is my first post and I have been driven to it by a (mild) 
> desperation. Here's the story: I was looking to buy a Riv bike and settled 
> on the Joe Appaloosa. I went on the Riv website and was able to purchase a 
> 51cm Hi Ho Silver Joe Appaloosa. Amazing! I thought. A week later, I got a 
> call and sincere apology from Vince at Riv that this was a glitch in the 
> system and they have no more 51cm Appaloosas, at all. Not so amazing, I 
> thought. 
>
> I am now appealing to any of you all - any chance anyone out there wants 
> to part ways with their 51cm Appaloosa? 
>
> Alternatively, since my PBH is 79, Riv offered me a 46cm Appaloosa. I 
> think it would end up feeling like a pretty small bike. I would love to get 
> in on the ride experience of the Appaloosa but not at the expense of fit. I 
> have no Riv shops in my area. Has anyone been in a similar situation 
> between the 46 and 51 Appaloosa? 
>
> I am thinking I will stick with a 51cm size and go with a Sam Hillborne, 
> even though I am not a big fan of the caliper brake set up and would be 
> somewhat limited on touring - though I read on here that the Sam can haul, 
> too. 
>  
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Appaloosa 51cm and question about the 46cm size

[REC]

Call all the dealers.  There's a new dealer in NH or Maine.  Perhaps they 
have one?  Look at Riv's web site for dealer listing.

Riv is in business to sell bikes and make people happy.  I think they'd 
have a lot more happy people with another run of Appaloosa's.  Boy, did 
they sell out fast!  

Roberta

On Monday, July 17, 2017 at 5:12:20 PM UTC-4, RJ March wrote:

> This is my first post and I have been driven to it by a (mild) 
> desperation. Here's the story: I was looking to buy a Riv bike and settled 
> on the Joe Appaloosa. I went on the Riv website and was able to purchase a 
> 51cm Hi Ho Silver Joe Appaloosa. Amazing! I thought. A week later, I got a 
> call and sincere apology from Vince at Riv that this was a glitch in the 
> system and they have no more 51cm Appaloosas, at all. Not so amazing, I 
> thought. 
>
> I am now appealing to any of you all - any chance anyone out there wants 
> to part ways with their 51cm Appaloosa? 
>
> Alternatively, since my PBH is 79, Riv offered me a 46cm Appaloosa. I 
> think it would end up feeling like a pretty small bike. I would love to get 
> in on the ride experience of the Appaloosa but not at the expense of fit. I 
> have no Riv shops in my area. Has anyone been in a similar situation 
> between the 46 and 51 Appaloosa? 
>
> I am thinking I will stick with a 51cm size and go with a Sam Hillborne, 
> even though I am not a big fan of the caliper brake set up and would be 
> somewhat limited on touring - though I read on here that the Sam can haul, 
> too. 
>  
>
>
>

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