Re: [RBW] Re: Clem H curious

[dustin schaber]

I purchased a Clem H in 2017 after really digging my wife's L. I would've 
sprung for an L myself on account of how elegant the frame looks, but I was 
hooked on the mustard color and have no regrets. It's long, comfortable, 
and equally capable of commuting across town or bombing down fire roads 
(thanks to the Bullmoose bars). After some time passed I got more Clems for 
my folks and hooked up another buddy with a used H-type so she can haul her 
kiddos. It's the bike I recommend to most friends (if they / I can find 
them on the used market). They're great.

Dustin

On Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 7:12:44 AM UTC-7 fra...@gmail.com wrote:

> Thank you for the thoughts Richard, nice looking bike! I do like the idea 
> of the step thru on these. Especially for loading it up while pulling my 
> daughter in the trailer. I don’t have any trouble getting a leg over but 
> sometimes it could be a benefit.
>
> On Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 5:59:11 AM UTC-7 rmro...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> I have an “L” and I do notice the flex when loaded - but only standing 
>> still or just “pushing off”. Once moving the flex disappears. Of course any 
>> frame bags you might have are useless on the “L”. So I sold mine & have 
>> invested in traditional racks & bags. It’s all been worth it though as the 
>> step through is my favorite feature of the many features I love about this 
>> bike. Not saying don’t get the “H”, but the “L” is just so nice.
>> [image: image0.jpeg]
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Aug 3, 2022, at 1:52 PM, Joe Bernard  wrote:
>>
>> It's basically the same, just a little stiffer. The L has a smidge of 
>> flex in the frame that shows up if you load a bunch of weight on it (some 
>> folks I've mentioned this to say they don't notice it, YRMV). Grab that H, 
>> it's a good frame! 
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 9:02:34 AM UTC-7 fra...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>>> I just finished my Susie build (first Riv) and I have never ridden a 
>>> bike like it. It brings comfort and riding enjoyment to an all time high 
>>> for me! I do however find it to be almost too nice! 
>>>
>>> I was interested in waiting for a Clem L to come back in stock to use as 
>>> my grocery getter/winter bike to keep fenders on and haul more stuff. I 
>>> found a Clem H for sale that I’m interested in though so I was hoping for 
>>> some opinions about the differences here! From what I can tell, the H just 
>>> has a sleeper head tube angle and everything else seems to be about the 
>>> same. Do they ride similar? The H is a better deal as far as parts go than 
>>> a complete. I’m also almost certain the complete will get a decent price 
>>> bump on the next run. The step thru is cool but not a huge deal for me. 
>>> Thoughts? Thanks in advance!
>>>
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[RBW] Re: New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

[dustin schaber]

This is the green I have in mind. Speculation 

http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2012/02/custom-rivendell-all-arounder.html

On Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 7:39:29 PM UTC-7, Joel Stern wrote:
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> What was Joe Bell Green?  
>
>
> On Friday, May 22, 2020 at 6:26:24 PM UTC-4 dustin schaber wrote:
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>> One of the colors the new Canti Sams will wear is “Joe Bell” Green, aka 
>> The Green customs used to be 爛
>
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[RBW] Re: First(ish) impressions of Sam Hillborne

[dustin schaber]

How do the mini motos feel with regular (pretty) road levers? I had the 
same brakes on a Space Horse back in the day and the LBS implored me to 
pair them with v-brake drop levers, which I did and they felt superb. 

Dustin

On Monday, April 20, 2020 at 9:25:51 AM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote:
>
> Loving my canti-Sam these days, in mega-monster-mode with 50mm Gravelking 
> tires. It's surprisingly fast on these, and very confidence-inspiring when 
> I have to dodge runners or other cyclists by hopping a curb or veering into 
> the rough stuff. 
>
> Reid in Austin 
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[RBW] New batch of Sam Hillbornes this fall.

[dustin schaber]

One of the colors the new Canti Sams will wear is “Joe Bell” Green, aka The 
Green customs used to be 爛

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[RBW] Re: In your opinion, what's missing from the Riv lineup?

[dustin schaber]

I want to chime in here with my 100% agreement. My CLEM is a wonderful 
workhorse and even does well when pressed into AZT service. I'm going to 
keep this bike as long as I can. My wife has one. My stepfather rides one. 
I'm endlessly on the hunt for a used 45cm L-Type for a close friend, though 
that's proving to be a rare bird. 

Still, I'd like to pick up something spritely for commuting when I'm 
running behind schedule. Sport touring. I've long appreciated Rob's work 
under the OAC brand (like MANY others) and it also occurred to me that the 
Rambler would do well with a MIT production run (so much of Rob's work 
sought to collaborate and bring up domestic builders, which is delightful). 
Touring bike in front, something racier in the rear. Long. Comfortable. But 
springy tubing that doesn't deign to pass an EN test. The Homer approaches 
I suppose but I'd like to run 2" tires since the roads 'round these parts 
are broken up and full of vehicular wreckage swept into the path of bikes.

Anyways, I'm with you. Maybe the return of the Sam will get my wallet out. 
Until then, I'm going to continue considering whether or not the new 55cm 
Atlantis could be my "fast" bike.

On Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 11:40:23 AM UTC-7, Jason Fuller wrote:
>
> Pardon the idle-mind pondering, I am home sick today and becoming bored, 
> which has me daydreaming about a collaboration I've been trying to ignite 
> between Ocean Air Cycles and Rivendell to bring back the Rambler as a MIT, 
> tig-welded all-rounder that could hit that $900 - $1050 range price point 
> based on other TIG Riv's.  
>
> To me, there is a big hole in the lineup where a TIG frameset in the Homer 
> / Hillborne range of sportiness belongs; something much like the OAC 
> Rambler was (which had long stays for a non-Riv, too). I also believe this 
> would be a strong seller, competing more directly with Crust, Surly, etc. 
> 650B / 700c depending on size, clearance for 48's, mid-weight tubing, works 
> with drops or swept bars. 
>
> I imagine this kind of bike, but with modern Riv twists, is coming up soon 
> - hopefully!
>

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