Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

This seems like a no brainer in my opinion. Roadeo frame. Use high quality build from your other bike. Not all can afford 2 Rivs but if so the Hunq/Road combo covers the full range with no overlap. If I end up with only 2 Rivs it would be my 64cm Bombadil and my 68cm 2001 Custom. Even my

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Don't get me wrong, the Pacer is a great bike. Just like the Long Haul Trucker is a great bike. A lot of people used to say that if you can't afford an Atlantis, then get a Trucker. Sure, they can do similar things, but the LHT is not an Atlantis and it is not a Riv. I am lucky enough to have

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Interesting evaluation of the ride. Didn't Grant advise on the San Marcos? That would explain the affinity between the SM and the Roadeo. I have to agree that all the Rivs I ridden have something special about the ride, even if I didn't like everything about the ride. The Sam Hill, on fast,

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

The Pacer is a nice bike and that is what I rode before my Rivendells. However, it doesn't ride like a Riv and I got rid of it. I would go with a San Marcos way before going with a Pacer. However, the Roadeo is much nicer than both :). Toshi On Tue, Nov 8, 2016 at 7:53 AM, Patrick Moore

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

I've not ever ridden one of these, but the recent reviews caught my eye. If I were in the market for another road bike, I'd at least consider it. http://www.bikeradar.com/us/gear/category/bikes/road/product/review-surly-pacer-11-44258/

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Roadeo. You'll have both ends of the Rivendell stable represented and all your riding covered without having the overlap producing one being the "least ridden". Besides that, it's very nice looking. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 10:54:02 AM UTC-5, John G. wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Thanks, everyone! I see a lot of votes for a Roadeo. I'm also intrigued by the Black Mountain Cycles road model. More investigation is needed. The feedback is much appreciated. On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 10:54:02 AM UTC-5, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm the proud and delighted

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

My inclination would be to go for the Roadeo. That would give you each end of the Rivendell spectrum, with virtually zero overlap. You mention nice Ultegra parts on the Soma, so build a Roadeo with that & sell of the too small frame. dougP On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 7:54:02 AM UTC-8,

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

I have a couple thoughts on this. As you know, the roadish Rivendells are the Roadeo, the Hilsen and the Hillborne. I'd say the Hillborne fits most like a Hunqapillar, but maybe it's not sporty enough for you. The Hilsen is lovely and sleek but still takes a ~40mm tire. The Roadeo is most

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

+1 -- good selection of choices. My own first choice would be the Roadeo. On Mon, Nov 7, 2016 at 9:49 AM, Sky Coulter wrote: > I'd think Roadeo, Legolas, or less expensively, a used Rambouillet, > Romulus or Soma San Marcos. > > Sky in new west > > > On Monday, November

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

check out A Homer Hilsen, for sure!! I had one and it was the perfect complement to my Hunqapillar, but it was the wrong size so I sold it!. On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 7:54:02 AM UTC-8, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm the proud and delighted owner of a 58 cm Hunqapillar. Some of my

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

I would go with a Roadeo frame and move the parts from the Smoothie over. It's a really wonderful frame. If you want to spend a bit less, wait for a Rambouillet to come up in your size. Or on the mysterious new Roadini... Eric On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 10:54:02 AM UTC-5, John G. wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

How about wait for the new Riv single speed that is coming out or used quickbeam / simpleone. Ever one should have a one speeder for fun and challenge. Looks to me like your other bases are pretty well covered. On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 7:54:02 AM UTC-8, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone,

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

I'd think Roadeo, Legolas, or less expensively, a used Rambouillet, Romulus or Soma San Marcos. Sky in new west On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 7:54:02 AM UTC-8, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm the proud and delighted owner of a 58 cm Hunqapillar. Some of my best > days ever have been

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Sounds like a Roadeo would work On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 9:54:02 AM UTC-6, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm the proud and delighted owner of a 58 cm Hunqapillar. Some of my best > days ever have been on that bike. I'm fortunate enough to be able pull > together the money for second

[RBW] Re: Help me pick my second Rivendell!

Riv has a demo Roadeo that looks like a good size and function fit: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-roadeo-wsf1.htm On Monday, November 7, 2016 at 9:54:02 AM UTC-6, John G. wrote: > > Hi everyone, > > I'm the proud and delighted owner of a 58 cm Hunqapillar. Some of my best > days ever