I have a Sam H. in the 52 CM size with 650B wheels. It has the single top
tube. I am 5 foot 11 with an inseam of about 33 inches and Rivendell would
have probably sized me up to the next size (I bought the frame from
Renaissance Cycles). At that time none of the Sam's had the double tubes
but
I'll have to add my recommendation for the Atlantis, too. I have only had
mine a year or so... and the thrill hasn't worn off yet! Truly a fine bike.
However, whenever I ride my wife's (beautiful, same size as my Atlantis)
Betty Foy, I find myself coveting the comfort and ease of that
I think I agree with James that your two best fully functional bikes would
be the Atlantis or the Hilborne. They consistently get mentioned in the
only one bike debate as good choices. I also agree that when you get on
in age the Betty would do you well, if riding well into old age is a goal.
We actually went with a custom tandem for retirement. I call it my
Rollex. Since retiring, I find I have less need of a bike that will carry
a load, like the Atlantis. Touring is more often on the tandem and always
inn to inn. We take the canoe when we go camping. I now ride my
the new Sam's will come in a 55cm size with a single top tube. That
version would fit an 86.5 PBH pretty well with it's 58cm top tube length.
~mike
Carlsbad Ca.
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I'd recommend a Betty Foy. Enthusiastically. So would Keven.
On Thursday, February 14, 2013 2:19:36 PM UTC-8, markt...@gmail.com wrote:
New member to the group here. Just retired last spring after teaching for
38 yrs and am thinking that I deserve a new bike to ride during my
I never met a bike that wasn't capable of growing old with ... lol
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The Hunqapillar would be worth strong consideration. The extra tube is
diagonal, which may appeal.
Ian A
Edmonton AB Canada.
On Thursday, February 14, 2013 3:19:36 PM UTC-7, markt...@gmail.com wrote:
New member to the group here. Just retired last spring after teaching for
38 yrs and am
At 86.5 PBH, he'd be on a single TT Hunqapillar.
On Friday, February 15, 2013 1:34:49 PM UTC-8, IanA wrote:
The Hunqapillar would be worth strong consideration. The extra tube is
diagonal, which may appeal.
Ian A
Edmonton AB Canada.
On Thursday, February 14, 2013 3:19:36 PM UTC-7,
So it sounds like number of TT's will not factor in, unless it's the Foy!
That brings us back to the types of expeditions you envision and a projection
of how much you would appreciate the step-through frame.
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On Feb 15, 2013, at 1:37 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote:
I don't own one, but I would vote for the Atlantis if your needs will
involve some loaded riding. If you don't plan on weighing it down a ton and
are going to primarily ride paved road or dirt roads, the A. Homer Hilsen
is a top contender. If you plan on riding a bit more on the dirt end,
Mark:
Welcome to the group, and congratulations on your retirement. Yes, after
38 years, just get the best bike you want and don't compromise.
Fortunately, any Rivendell model is a bike you can grow old with The
designs allow a variety of set-ups, and it's easy to get the bars up high,
so
Fight the dying of the light. Get what works for you now. The future
holds too many variables. Anyway, these bikes are pretty versatile.
On Feb 15, 4:43 pm, RJM crccpadu...@gmail.com wrote:
I don't own one, but I would vote for the Atlantis if your needs will
involve some loaded riding. If you
Welcome to the group, Mark. And there are plenty of us Rivsters here in
the Twin Cities!
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Hey Mark,
Well, first, you found something special here. I hope you grow to
understand and appreciate that as much as I do.
Next, I can't possibly climb inside your head and know what is right for
you. But I can say that if that was the choice I was making at this moment
I would choose an
Hey Mark,
The double TT is weird, but it has grown on me over time. I know you a
little bit and I've worked on some of your bikes. Atlantis or Hunqapillar
would be suitable, in my opinion, but that's a lot of cash for a frame.
Whatever you get (or not), I hope you can come on the Midwest
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