I own both of these bikes and use them for pretty similar purposes, namely
daily commuting and errands plus longer/loaded touring (Joe, albatross) and
stripped down Road rides (Sam, noodle bar). Both are stable, neither is
ridiculously heavy, and they both ride great either with or without a loa
Dave, you’re good on any Riv bike sized for you. I’m 200 lbs and ride my
Quickbeam (similar to AHH in stoutness?) on steep, rocky, rooty mountain
singlestrack with a 30 lb saddle bag and it does brilliantly. Seriously, a
non-issue. Give Riv a call and they can talk you through it.
With abandon,
Good morning everyone, curious about adding a second Rivendell. I
currently have a Bombadil, and would like something a little more sporty
for my daily fitness rides. I am larger than most, 6 3, 280 and am looking
at a Sam and an Appaloosa. I wont ride fast at this size, but get a good
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