Atlantis for me. So to answer the question in the image, a "normal" shaped
steel frame that can do basically anything.
Ben
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 8:22:50 AM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
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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
Jason,
Interesting thought regarding choosing Gus. I was thinking along those same
lines. Somewhere I read a description of the Gus as a cross between an
Atlantis and a Jones LWB, which gets me thinking about the possibilities!
Keep posting your ride reports!
Randy in Wisconsin
On Saturday,
I noticed this in the Sheldon Brown / Grant Petersen interview Will posted
on the site this week. The interview is undated but it must be from around
1996 because Grant mentions Reader No. 7 and my copy has a postmark date of
May 1996. I'd wager Grant's answer in 2022 would be much different!
Hmmm. I have already responded but now I'm thinking.. Gus Boots would be a
great pick. I could go literally anywhere, just not especially fast, and
carry anything I could want to. Probably run 50ish mm tires and fenders
most of the time, but swap on some 2.6" knobbies for trail rides. Hmmm.
Yes,
What bars are those? Choco or Chocomoose?
On Sat, Apr 2, 2022, 9:03 AM George Schick wrote:
> Given that qualifier, I'd have to say after doing a fingers and toes count
> of every bike I've ever owned, starting with a 24" Schwinn cantilever
> framed bike back in the mid-50's, that the diamond
wow, right out of Central Casting.
John Hawrylak
Woodstown NJ
On Friday, April 15, 2022 at 10:50:47 AM UTC-4 George Cline wrote:
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> When the time comes, I want to be like this guy, and switch to trikes ;-)
>
> George in NoCal
> On Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Christine,
No, I hadn't heard of Nua Bikes before, but they look very nice! Time to
buy a lottery ticket, I guess. I did a quick look at the Roure and Terra,
those look nice, but $7000 and up nice!
Drew
On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 6:40:31 AM UTC-7 ezre...@gmail.com wrote:
> Ooh Drew, your
Ooh Drew, your "one bike" sounds dreamy! Have you seen Nua Bikes? They make
bikes just as you describe. I've been lusting after one of those for so
long. They will even do a titanium fork if that's what you want. But like
you, waiting on the lottery before I can import one.
Christine
On
Hi Pam!
54.3cm ST x 63cm ETT. Which sounds wacky for me at 5'-7" but Grant designed
it for my arthritic wrists to have a really high bar reaching way back. I
cheated a bit by eventually replacing the Bosco it was supposed to run for
a tall-and-stubby DirtDrop stem and Leah Bars. Oops, sorry,
Once you have a mixe-ish dropped tube, you won't go back to a horizontal
top tube. Just like dyno lights. Great looking bike. What size is it? I
bet it's fun to ride.
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 2:30:02 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
> Steel, mixte, this one! I'll own this bicycle as long
>From Leah, "David - how unexpected that the Surly edges out the Rivendell!
They do look remarkably similar."
Leah, I was quite surprised myself since all I had ever read reading the
LHT/Disc Trucker was that it was a tank and rode much better fully loaded
than unloaded. However, I enjoy the
56cm 650b Hunqapillar. These were a small and final run, and it fits me
perfectly.
On Monday, April 11, 2022 at 1:15:28 PM UTC-5 Drew Saunders wrote:
> I've been mulling over this question for a while, and I've come to the
> conclusion that I'm really happy that I don't have to have just one
I've been mulling over this question for a while, and I've come to the
conclusion that I'm really happy that I don't have to have just one bike
forever.
I currently have a 1998 Ibis Mojo as my "Mountain Bike" (but much more like
modern "gravel" bikes in its setup, with original WTB Offroad
Corwin,
Very glad you've shared, it's always a joy to hear about Charlie, and as
someone who is currently piecing together a Hubbuhubbuh I can't help but
hope for some visuals of the aforementioned Hubbuh's to accompany the
stories.
I'd love to see photos of both rigs next time the
Thanks very much for all the sentiments about my original custom. The worst
part about having a bike stolen is not being able to use the same
components building a replacement because they are no longer available. The
best part is being able to try new stuff like Onyx hubs with the Spraag
I did the tadpole trike thing for a couple years, I saw one in Berkeley and
thought it was cool! But it was too low around cars, too wide for bike
lanes and too hard to transport and store..as you say they need a specific
environment to operate in that we don't live in. Also they attract too
LOL! Good joke!
Patrick Moore himself picked a steel diamond frame to be his only bike.
If Patrick Moore won't pick a trike as his forever bike, there is no way in
hell I'm going to!
Seriously though, to repeat, if I could only ride a trike I would rarely
ride at all in the Bay Area.
I'm still loving my Rambouillet and would probably be it if I had to pick
just one. Currently set up with 650Bx42's it makes a very comfy and
beautiful gravel bike. :-)
JP in Goatville
On Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 12:35:04 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> Yes, Corwin, I agree with
Yes, Corwin, I agree with Ryan. Hearing that your custom was stolen made my
stomach turn. I’m so sorry.
I also embrace the idea of keeping as fit as one can as one ages. I think about
this more than I like to admit (I’m 41 now, and while 40 didn’t scare me, 50
sure does). I really changed how
Yes, most production trikes are aluminum, it's cheaper than ti and you can
actually buy one. I haven't seen a titanium trike in ages.
On Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 9:51:45 AM UTC-7 Jay Lonner wrote:
> So I don’t actually know anything about metallurgy, aluminum just seems to
> be what most
So I don’t actually know anything about metallurgy, aluminum just seems to be
what most trikes are made of, and it’s a common enough frame material that I
presume it’s possible to repair it — after all, aluminum airframes from the 40s
are still flying. I also suspect that it’s possible to build
Yikes,Corwin...sorry to hear about the theft of your 1st custom given that
customs are hardly a spur-of-the-moment purchase...also true for any
non-customs on this list
So...that being said, hypothetically being forced to pick one is like
picking just one of your kids, if you have children
If
Jay Lonner indicated they'd select an aluminum e-assist trike to be their
"forever ride"
That's super interesting. Why would aluminum be your ultimate frame
material? I could see choosing Titanium if you wanted to be contrary to
the RBW-echo-chamber of Steel. I can't think of any reason
Thank you for the kind word.
BTW: You were interested in the TC hub, the one that I had rechromed.
Wheels with it and the TF are even as we speak jetting their way home, and
I'll post you a photo.
On Fri, Apr 8, 2022 at 11:37 PM Ian A wrote:
> Patrick,
>
> I don't know if I have mentioned this
I don't actually use the mixte feature much for mount/dismount, I still
lean the bike towards me and swing my leg over the back of the saddle cuz
it's what I've always done. I like the low toptube for hopping off the
saddle at stops and standing over the frame..there isn't all this BIKE in
the
I readily admit that mixte and step-through frames serve a valuable purpose
for those with trouble throwing a leg over the rear wheel, saddle, top
tube, etc. But I reject the notion that one must slow down just because
they have achieved a certain age. I have been on numerous club rides in the
Patrick,
I don't know if I have mentioned this before, but your green custom
Matthews with SA hub is a thing of beauty.
Ian A Alberta Canada
On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 5:09:07 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
> The apocalypse/age angle came later; the original question was, if one
> only,
Oh come now, friends, let’s not be that sensitive.
2nd bike: keeping my Clem. It’s a step thru, it’s dear, but it pains me that I
can’t also keep my mermaid Platy.
Sent from my iPhone
> On Apr 8, 2022, at 7:22 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> I would propose no violent references to what bike
I would propose no violent references to what bike you would keep.
On Friday, April 8, 2022 at 4:09:07 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
> The apocalypse/age angle came later; the original question was, if one
> only, which one?
>
> Me, tho' I'm quite clear which "one and only" I'd choose, I'd
Kinda late to this one, but if the point of the question is to call attention
to the virtues of step-through frames for the aging cyclist I agree with the
sentiment that a tadpole-style trike is a better choice for those with a whole
host of musculoskeletal ailments and/or balance issues. Back
It's funny, but that question didn't have me thinking one bike to last
through old age, but one bike to deal with whatever apocalypses the future
might bring. I definitely need to ride & chill out more.
For me it would be a steel frame mixte, that can fit 55mm tires, minimum
50mm tires, but
To reply to Bill who clarified what he believed Grant was saying I will
update my reply.
Even though I replied already, if a member would have sold me their Yves
Gomez that would have been the one. Steel mixte as steel is all I ride and
a step through probably will be needed in the near
As Bill and George said.
My forever bike is a steel, double diamond frame with upright (non-drop)
bars. Since 1985 all my bikes have been of that design.
Specifically right now that need is filled by a 2014 Sam, but there have
been others before, and may be others after.
When I can’t balance on
Bill - yes, exactly. There is another somewhat overlooked category that
I'm seeing in use more and more frequently by elderly around my area -
recumbents and trikes (and for the moment I'm ignoring those big, heavy
three-wheelers like the kind that are in common use in places like South
I think the point of Grant's question is missed by most responders in two
very important ways.
1. It doesn't ask you to specify exactly the bike, just what material is
it, and what general frame shape is it?
2. For the rest of your life in this hypothetical means: when it breaks
you've got
Well, I've got my Nearly perfect One bike!
Titanium Crust Evasion with Blacksheep Ti Fork
An amazing go anywhere do anything bike!
AND the runner up!!
My Blacksheep Klunker; great for casual rides with no goals or direction.
Just head out the door and see where your nose takes you!
Google won't
If you're looking for One Bike to Rule Them All, clearly it has to be the
2004 Rivendell Sauron:
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/nanodrive/
(Should have posted this last Friday...)
On Monday, April 4, 2022 at 8:45:09 AM UTC-7 vhans...@gmail.com wrote:
> Unfortunately, this was sold 20 years
Unfortunately, this was sold 20 years ago
On Sun, Apr 3, 2022 at 5:49 PM Johnny Alien
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> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/812079662293/
>
> On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 11:59:34 AM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote:
>
>> Honestly a smaller wheelbase Platy kind of describes the
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/812079662293/
On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 11:59:34 AM UTC-4 Johnny Alien wrote:
> Honestly a smaller wheelbase Platy kind of describes the Cheviot. I would
> bet that the Cheviot would be very close to a step through AHH.
>
> On Sunday, April 3,
Honestly a smaller wheelbase Platy kind of describes the Cheviot. I would
bet that the Cheviot would be very close to a step through AHH.
On Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 10:21:25 AM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> I so understand. A HomerPlat would be just the thing for you. I wonder if
>
I so understand. A HomerPlat would be just the thing for you. I wonder if that
would be descriptive enough to say to Grant on your order form! There’s a
one-year pause on custom orders for now, but you can still get in the queue. I
know I’m a terrible influence. I really want everyone to have
My all time favorite Riv of the three I've owned is my A Homer Hilsen, by a
narrow margin. It’s nearly perfect in every way —fit,size,ride
quality—except for one thing: It is not a step though frame.
As I’m getting tired of throwing my leg over the saddle and I’m now
commuting to work, I
Jason - I knew you’d choose the Hillborne. I know it’s your #1 but most would
guess the Bombadil because I think it gets most of your miles!
Joyce - I would love Clementine decals.
Joe - Oh, you flatter me. I think you came up with a dropped tube aside from my
input but I do stand by mixtes
This would be a tough call, but as I get older, the Saluki gets more
comfortable. I imagine the Atlantis would hold up better to wear and
tear. I imagine the Saluki would win amongst the two, since it can do all
that I ask of the Atlantis and it weighs a fair bit less. If I were a
younger
AHH
John Hawrylak
Woodstown NJ
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 9:22:50 AM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
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> If you follow Rivendell on Instagram, they asked their followers a fun
>
Count me in for the clementine decal campaign, Joyce!
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 1:56:00 PM UTC-4 JAS wrote:
> This is such a tough choice! I love both Clem and Platypus, but if I could
> have only one, it would be my mermaid Platy because it is elegant, agile
> and tough enough.
>
>
This is such a tough choice! I love both Clem and Platypus, but if I could
have only one, it would be my mermaid Platy because it is elegant, agile
and tough enough.
Speaking of Clems, I was disappointed mine didn’t come with the Clementine
name sticker. When I called to see if I could get
The expected answer from me, of the bikes I own, would be the Bombadil -
but I'm not so sure I can say that confidently. It has the versatility and
tire clearance to be a one-bike, even for my high varied riding (from
brevets to mountain bike trails), but I like how the Hillborne rides more!
PS I would not want to be guilty of getting someone’s name wrong. I know Sofie
(Sofiya) from our conversations on IG and I wrote her name the way she spells
it there. Sorry if I confused anyone!
> On Apr 2, 2022, at 12:32 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
> wrote:
>
> RivSisters, YES. I so
RivSisters, YES. I so agree. A custom Clem with the name Clementine in
pale, sparkly/pearlescent pink would be a DREAMY thing. Rivendell - are you
listening? Can we do a special run of these? And yes, Sofia, since the
Platypus has been so popular, I hope Riv can make one size smaller and one
Christine, sign me up for your custom! I've already got my beloved clem in
RWB blue but my dream custom was a pale pearly pink platypus made to fit me
(the 50 cm is just a hair to big for me!)
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 12:02:54 PM UTC-4 ezre...@gmail.com wrote:
> Mine would be a custom
Mine would be a custom Clem. Painted a sparkly light pink with that
pearlescent look, built up with all Silver components. And it would have
custom decals with her proper Clementine name, no more Smith Jr! Oh and
definitely a different head badge, something colourful and pretty, the Clem
badge
Given that qualifier, I'd have to say after doing a fingers and toes count
of every bike I've ever owned, starting with a 24" Schwinn cantilever
framed bike back in the mid-50's, that the diamond framed steel Rambouillet
is not only the bike I'd like to have for the rest of my life (and plan
I think Grant, in his casual manner of speaking, means “typical.” And I take
that to refer to diamond frame.
I might say that no one has worked harder to make mixtes/step-through frames
acceptable to men than Rivendell. Erasing the Clem H and only offering that
model in the L version was huge.
Curious that he uses the term "normal" for other than mixte. What's
"normal"? A diamond shaped road frame? A step-through (which is different
than mixte)?
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 8:22:50 AM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
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Probably has to be the Atlantis?
On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 8:22:50 AM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
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> If you follow Rivendell on Instagram, they asked their followers a fun
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