[RBW] Re: Ride Quality Difference between the Atlantis and Clem H?

2021-07-03 Thread Tim Bantham
I currently have a Sam Hillborne and a Joe Appaloosa. I find that combination ideal perfect for my needs. I picked up a 59 Clem H at the end of 2019 and built it up as an Analog mountain bike. Spent a ton of money on premium parts and ended up selling the bike less than a year later. I think

[RBW] Re: Ride Quality Difference between the Atlantis and Clem H?

2021-07-01 Thread Collin A
I think the ride quality difference will come down to fit, and style of setup (i.e. light wheels and supple tires vs. durable wheels and touring tires), with the primary difference being driven by whichever bike fits you best. Unfortunately, the Clems have only 3 sizes, and that will tend to

[RBW] Re: Ride Quality Difference between the Atlantis and Clem H?

2021-07-01 Thread Joe Bernard
I don't agree. I've owned both and the MIT Atlantis is perceptably lighter and zippier. Is it a massive difference? No, I don't think that question was being asked. Joe Bernard On Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 2:58:00 PM UTC-7 Gill wrote: > Expectancy bias should perhaps be factored into the

[RBW] Re: Ride Quality Difference between the Atlantis and Clem H?

2021-07-01 Thread Gill
Expectancy bias should perhaps be factored into the equation. The Atlantis is a fancier more expensive bike and that fact can’t help but influence perceptions. As someone who has had both bikes I would contend that if you rode them both blindfolded (admittedly a dicey undertaking) you’d be