On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 8:08 AM, Surf wrote:
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> Has anyone owned any or either of these bikes? Can anyone comment on
> their experience riding either of these. Looking for an all- round
> commuter. Upright albatross's a must.Big tires a must! I am also a Big
> guy.
Are you a big guy > 225lbs? I
I think you can't go wrong with any of those choices. The Atlantis
and Bombadil will both take the same big tires- slightly bigger for
the Bombadil in it's 700c versions. Speaking of which, do you know
your PBH?The bombadil is a 650b bike for sizes 56 and lower, so if
you have a PBH of ar
Surf:
I've ridden an Atlantis since spring 03 and it's really the only bike
I need. I bought it for loaded touring and have carried up to 50 lbs
of camping gear. I've also been pleased with it as a daily ride,
grocery getter, general purpose bike. It works well enough for me as
an off-roader f
I agree that this discussion depends a bit on your size and needs. If you are
someone who weighs over 200 lbs then the AHH may not be the best option unless
you do not intend to carry much on the bike.
That said, the AHH is a very versatile bike with great road manners. Fendered
with the Jack
, Bombadil otherwise.
If the rider's size is 61 cm, I say go with the Atlantis. I have one. They're amazing.
-Original Message- From: Joe Bartoe Sent: Oct 22, 2009 9:25 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Riv Atlantis vs A. Homer Hilson vs Bombadil Options
As another big guy (235 hoping to get down to 220) and Atlantis owner,
can opine that bike will handle your needs. Am switching mine back
to Big Apple tires to go for as much cush and comfort as possible.
With Albatross bars, it's much like riding the ultimate cruiser.
Alternatively, most of my
