Like new. Used about 300 miles, never in rain, beautiful.(a rub mark where
you cinch it around stem.) Never even unfolded the hidden waist straps
that are nicely tucked into the wool felted back. Bright yellow interior.
12.5" x 8" x 4.5" (inches)
3 level German-made magnetic snap closure f
Excellent work. Thank you for sharing.
Kate
On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 6:25:11 PM UTC-5 J J wrote:
> Marty, this is beautiful and an incredible design effort. Thanks so much.
> It’s lovely to see them laid out like that.
>
> On Nov 30, 2022, at 11:16, Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA <
>
Oh what fun it was. I was there for Saturday only . The hugs and laughs
were good all around from the RivSisters to Riv guys and new friends. When
someone came up to our lunch table and asked if we were the Riv table we
all chuckled. It was just a good time. I will plan on coming next year
Most excellent!!!
On Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 9:33:30 AM UTC-4 Rusty Click wrote:
> Looks cold! Still sorry to have missed it.
>
> Beautiful colors popping on the trees.
>
>
> Rusty
> Pgh, PA
> On Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 10:25:45 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
>
>> Looks cold! But pretty
3 Triangles on back for sure!
Kate
On Friday, October 14, 2022 at 9:33:23 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> Because more is MORE! 🤣 Totally doing it.
>
> On Oct 14, 2022, at 9:31 PM, JAS wrote:
>
> Leah, what a nice change! Your bike is perfect. I'm with Jason...3
> triangles on th
Well Leah, that is a great story and your friend will be over the moon as
we RivSisters are about these sorts of things!!!
RivSister Kate in Trenton, NJ
On Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 6:23:29 PM UTC-4 Roberta wrote:
> I’m sure she’ll love it and then say, “Ah, now I understand your
> Riv-lo
Beautiful additions. The bar wrap is superb!!! I have some temporary
black wrap on mine until I finalize my bar choice. I have the Nitto Choco
on currently. Might want a bit of a rise and sweep so I'm still
considering others. What kind do you have on yours?
I have both the front and rear li
Best cycling gear I've ever seen. I'd love to see more kilts on bikes. I
currently wear a skirt when I bike now. Joyce, I too wore a kilt playing
field hockey from 3rd -12 grade. I really want one. Philip, the color
(and legs) are smashing.
Kate
On Saturday, June 25, 2022 at 5:49:54 PM UTC-
Welcome to the PlatyPose Posse, Christian,
I love the story and love the bike. I got mine last year (First ever Riv)
and I'm still making adjustments to it. I love the ride. I wish you many
happy miles on it and look forward to hearing about your racing adventures
like Leah.
Kate in New Jer
Heavens, I'm Mermaid Platy Mixte forever butdid someone mention custom
Clem with pearlescent pink paint like the Mermaid? I would just get my own
custom headbadge and rename the bike and that would be pretty cool.
Kate
On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 7:16:36 PM UTC-4 larson@gmail.com wr
I'm enjoying all these photos so much. I bike for flowers and color and
trees and sky and birds and everything. These are wonderful and thank you
for posting.
Kate in New Jersey
On Monday, April 18, 2022 at 5:06:55 AM UTC-4 Takashi wrote:
> Thank you Jason!
> Around here, peach blossoms were
Leah,
I sent you my photo. Mermaid Platy 50 sleek and simple.
Kate
On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 10:08:21 PM UTC-4 Roberta wrote:
> Mine looks like rowin 2 nowhere’s. Notice how the “fanciness” is facing
> toward the tire it’s hard to see that looking at it perpendicular to the
> bike frame.
Leah,
Keep having fun and making friends. It's all part of the bike journey.
I once showed up to an elite duathlon (bike+run) with my hybrid flat bar
bike with a back rack. I looked around at all the lycra kits and major
bikes and didn't really know any better at the time. I thought that
be
Gorgeous! I love the Rene Herse tires. congrats, #RivSister
Kate
On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:50:22 AM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
> Wow! I just looked up those stock Kenda tires - the ones on the Clem
> completes. They are nearly 1000 grams each! Now I understand the weight
> loss.:)
I'm a fan of the wired Cateye cyclometer. I'm only interested in distance
per ride and total/year. I've used it for 30 years. I love how basic it
is and needs a battery replacement now and then. Trip mileage and total
mileage always at fingertips. Never have to think about anything else. I
Happy bike hearts to my fellow #RivSisters and #RivBrothers.
Kate
On Monday, February 14, 2022 at 5:10:29 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
> Geez, did I use the word "hearts" enough in that post?? I guess this is
> the day for it! 🙃
>
>
>
> On Monday, February 14, 2022 at 1:51:14 PM UTC-8 Joe Bern
Dear RivSister,
I ponder all these things too. I'm happy in the 'Lone Wolf' department at
this point but welcome opportunities and always try new things. My fear is
that folks will take a look at my beautiful Platy and think she is a Mary
Poppins boardwalk bike. As someone mentioned above, it
Yay Leah,
I love the new Platy and of course the #PlatyPosing we have been waiting
for. The colors shine. I'm not that hard core either. I purchased a wool
hat with flaps from RandiJo but haven't ventured into the cold windy air
to ride yet. Catch me around March and I'll be there. Til the
Well Hellooo #RivSister Heather,
Whoohooo!!! I'm in love too. This is fantastic and just knocks it out of
the park for me. Congratulations and keep the smiles for all the miles
going.
PSnailed the PlatyPose!
Kate with the Mermaid Platy in Trenton
On Monday, January 3, 2022 at 2:12:4
Great info here.I just notice some creaky creaks on my Platy while
riding last weekend. It's been too wet and chilly for me to get back out
and check it and it is waiting for me in my garage for diagnosis. I will
check all of the above. Thanks for all the advice.
Kate in New Jersey
On
Hi Laura,
I just wanted to chime in with my experience so far. I never sat on a
Rivendell until I unboxed my new 50 Mermaid Platy (PBH 80). I have Rene
Herse 48's on it and ride the bike on NJ roads (huge potholes and glass),
up and down curbs, across grass parks, gravel towpaths, roots and ro
Hi folks,
I'll be attending the Philly Bike Show on Saturday. Not sure if I'm biking
down from Trenton on my Platy but I'll look for y'all. I will recognize
Roberta and look for you @ 12ish at the Riv booth. This is where I was
introduced to Rivs as I picked up a catalog and talked to Will abo
I have the Riv installed:
https://www.rivbike.com/products/dyno-rack-light
on my Platy and I love it. Super bright and I never have to think about
charging. On my previous bike I use the Cygo lights which are crazy bright
almost blinding but I love that they blink and alert everyone to my bike
I'm loving my Choco Bars on my Platy as well. Coming from riding drops for
25 yearsthey are a sweet ride.
Kate in Trenton with her still new Platy Mermaid
On Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 3:19:44 PM UTC-4 cycli...@gmail.com wrote:
> I hope to do for the Choco bar what Leah did for the Bill
I'm not sure why I even clicked on this thread but I did and when I saw
Specialized Sequoias mentioned, it caught my eye. I have one and it's been
my main bike since 2004. Now I am the proud owner of a Riv Platypus and
basically went from 23mm tires to 48mm tires. I don't know if I can ever
I love a good cockamamie idea that takes shape and becomes more than one
ever thought it would. I am off to locate the blog and book now.
Kate (who read an article at 3AM in the middle of her night shift about
riding across Iowa and thought that was a good idea and then went and
bought a hybrid
This is a delightful addition to the 'fun' news for today. Thank you
#RivSisters. We are out there Riding and PlatyPosing!
Kate
a proud PlatyPoser from Trenton, NJ
On Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 4:09:38 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
> The beagle is too much cuteness. Too much! 🙂❤️
>
> #RivSist
Andy,
Looks like a perfect summer GAP ride getting out to enjoy the season. I
notice your extra bottle cage underneath. I just tried mine on the Mermaid
Platy and it interferes with the cables running under the bottom tube. Do
I need a different cage or some special spacers? I got the cage
Leah's Platy lift it is for sure!!! #Platyposing might be my new hash
tag!!!
It was also Leah's enthusiasm that I saw and felt from her photos and
description of her bike and then chatting with her that gave me the
emotional lift to 100% go through with the whole thing. Thank you Leah!
Kate (j
Hi Leah,
My 2 cents...take the Platy. You love her and she is your ride. Meant to
be ridden and enjoyed and have all the memories. That's why you have her.
You have an emotional attachment to every mile with her. Bring along what
makes you happy.
As far as traveling with your bike. I've do
Andy,
My thoughts exactly. A hotel for 2 nights and explore the bike and brew
spots in the area. I love the museums there as well.
Kate
On Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 7:24:06 AM UTC-4 ascpgh wrote:
> if starting from Pittsburgh late, I'd really put a plug for getting
> yourself a better go of
Hi Andy,
Amtrak has limited trains and routes, don't remember the details a year
later. I do know that there was no availability to travel along the
northeast corridor. New Jersey Transit is the only way we can take bikes
on the train. Just did a ride last weekend allowing us to access North
Thanks for sharing your awesome pics of your ride. My husband and I had
planned on this ride last year but the world shut down. Now it's not going
to happen for me for a bit. We had a car free trip planned from Trenton,
NJ where we were going to take NJ transit to Philly with our bikes and th
I may not have my Platy bike yet but I am the proud recipient of a PLATYPUS
Pin from Leah my new #rivsister.
The STOKE is real.
Kate-super stoked in Trenton, NJ
On Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 2:05:58 PM UTC-4 Bones wrote:
> Bike looks great Roberta! Those Billies definitely look sharp. Maybe you
Roberta, I love it!!! I bet you can't wait to ride it this weekend. Have
fun.
Philip, I saw your twine wrap and was very intrigued. I've ridden only 3
bikes in 30 years and never used a chainstay protector. Who knew? This is
something I never thought about but now I am.
Kate-Trenton, NJ
m
After a week away with a family crisis, I'm trying to catch up on the
handlebar thread and everyone's decisions. You all have provided much to
the conversation and the subtle nuances experienced by each person. This
is the last item on my list to choose and I didn't get a chance to talk
with
This is the discussion for me!
Handlebar decision is keeping me from hitting the green light on my Platy
build.
I just don't know.
Doug Hsame for me. Drops on my road bike (riding 90% of the time on
the hoods) and straight bars on my hybrid/mountain bike.
I would like a sweep and ma
Thank you for this wonderful article and photos of a well loved bike. I
just love seeing people on their bikes. The more the better.
Pam, I too use the Cateye Enduro on my bike to track mileage and I will be
moving it and resetting it for my new platypus.
Ride on!
Kate-Trenton, NJ
anxiously a
After talking with Vince at RivBike. I decided to go with the Switchback
Hills 48 also. No fenders.
That was the easy decision. I just can't figure out what handlebars to go
with!
Choco? Tosco? flat with sweep? Lost in the internet for hours!!!
Kate-Trenton, NJ
On Friday, May 14, 2021 at
Anyone running the Rene Herse 650B x 42 Babyshoe Pass? Phil, I was
considering the Loups 38 as well. I am enjoying the Rene Herse Barlow Pass
38 on my hybrid bike. I also can see what all the fuss is about. Like
riding on clouds.
Kate-Trenton, NJ
Mermaid 50 Platystill at Riv HQ
On T
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, co
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 Leah
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
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 si
Love this story. You show 'em and with class!
Kate
On Monday, March 15, 2021 at 12:27:51 AM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> Ha! Thanks, Ed. It might be better in the storytelling than real life. 😜
>
> Oh, I found a pic of Baby Bear on his bike, in case anyone was wondering...
>
>
> Sent
Hi Linda,
I'm just shy of 5ft 6 and going with the 50 Platypus. Will said he errs on
the side of smaller and Grant would err on the larger side. I have no idea
how it will feel as I have never ridden anything like this and also never a
Riv. I just looked at that Handsome She-Devil as well and
the
>>>>>> opportunity to select any parts of a bike before. This is so new I
>>>>>> wondered
>>>>>> if I made a mistake and should cancel but I came across this group and
>>>>>> found your pics and got excited that
>>>> Kate! A new #RivSister? Color me delighted!
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> You are going to LOVE your new Platy. Love. You can take it off on
>>>> trails or ride it on the road. You can haul things around with you,
>>>> commute, run errands, pe
HI Leah,
I really want to know how your new Platy rides. I'm in line for a lovely
green one and have never ridden a mixte. I have an old road bike and an
old trail bike. I ride anywhere from an hour to a week of riding 40 miles
a day. I'm hoping the Platy will cover all my bases and I can un
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