{"title":"Comboish","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"homer","title":"Frame - A. Homer Hilsen 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e like sliding into a bathtub full of warm mac and cheese.\"—BSNYC\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRivendell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. HOMER HILSEN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've called the Homer a \"country bike\" because it's between a too-skinny\/ techy modern road bike and a gonzo-bozo techy mountain bike. But if you ride on roads exclusively, it's a pure road bike, with no compromises. Its ability to fit tires to 43mm \u003cem\u003ewith\u003c\/em\u003e fenders and a rack or two doesn't detract from its roadiness AT ALL. It is the most versatile, useful road bike we make or can even imagine.  I have two--one with Albatross bars, one with drops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILT FOR: Any road, paved or gravel, and moderate fire trails. Light touring, with loads to 30lbs (or so). It's the most versatile road bike we make, and has been since we introduced it in 2006.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL WEATHER: Easily fendered, so you can ride it all year long.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRAME:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our-designed SILVER (brand) CrMo tubing in dimensions we see fit. Geometry is dialed, it rides like all Rivendells.  See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJune 2026 geometry chart here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRECOMMENDED HANDLEBARS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drops, Albastache, Albatross, Choco, Billie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAKES:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tektro R559s, Paul Centerpulls (the longer ones), and Yokozuna Long Reachers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIRE CAPACITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 43mm with fenders, 48mm without.  MINIMUM: 38mm. If you want to ride smaller than that, get a Roadini. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAZE-ONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e All you need for fenders and a variety of racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOAD-Carrying  CAPACITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 30 lbs. It depends on your weight, tire volume, pressure, and riding style.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRIDER WEIGHT LIMIT?:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240lb. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEAUTY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing held back. It's a gorgeous bike. The colors, the decals, all the details, the lugs, the crown, the BB shell. Every detail is smart and strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLORS: HOMER BLUE, FOREST GREEN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT IT COMES WITH (WORTH AT LEAST $100):\u003c\/strong\u003e Headset, bottom bracket, and seat post (27.2mm). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 467px;\" height=\"205\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 9.39999px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003eSize (cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/kb_results.asp?ID=39\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMin. 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With Albastache, use bar-end shifters, indexed or friction. With Albatross bars, same—bar-end shifters. They leave maximum hand-space in front of the brake levers. Choco bars, use bar-enders or thumbies, or one of each. The Grant Special position (see photos) for the rear shifter is unbeatable, but it doesn't index, and is probably too far out for most people, although it is functionally, ergonomically, the best I\/Grant have ever tried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHEELS \u0026amp; TIRES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf you weigh under 140lb and won't load it up and want it super-zippy, get Rich here to build you some light wheels on rims at least 24mm wide. Ride light tires, but there's no reason to go skinnier than 38mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want all-around versatile wheels and you weigh a normal amount, ride Atlas rims and 40mm to 48mm tires with a road-like tread. There are plenty, and we're happy to pick 'em for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEARING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf you have a bike now, you'll have some idea of the gears you need to get up the local hills. Single, double, or triple rings up front—they all work and make sense. Some ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle: 38 to 42t ring?   Double: 42 x 26 or 30; or 38 x 24.  Triple: 44 x 34 x 24. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDERAILERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Performance is unrelated to price. Shimano's best-designs are the low-priced Altus and Acera. Any SunRace, MicroShift, or Shimano derailer will be super, just make sure (have us make sure!) it works with the shifter, chain, and gearing. If, as a matter of principle, you want the most expensive derailers, that's fine, and the bike is worthy of them. But they won't shift better than cheap ones, and often they don't look even as good. Don't sweat derailers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe A. 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If your actual shipping price is more, we will reach out to you for an additional payment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/shipping\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease have your LBS or a competent mechanic align the rear derailer hanger before building. Otherwise, it's good to go. If you plan on using a loose ball bottom bracket, you should face the BB shell. Cartridge? Don't worry about it. Call us with questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: courier new; font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\" face=\"courier new\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444444; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"47.5 \/ Homer Blue","offer_id":12304066314351,"sku":"f-25hh-475-b","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"47.5 \/ Dark Green","offer_id":42961999134831,"sku":"f-25hh-475-g","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"51 \/ Homer Blue","offer_id":12304066347119,"sku":"f-25hh-51-b","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"51 \/ Dark Green","offer_id":42961999167599,"sku":"f-25hh-51-g","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"54.5 \/ Homer Blue","offer_id":12304066379887,"sku":"f-25hh-545-b","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"54.5 \/ Dark Green","offer_id":42961999200367,"sku":"f-25hh-545-g","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"58 \/ Homer Blue","offer_id":12304066412655,"sku":"f-25hh-58-b","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"58 \/ Dark Green","offer_id":42961999233135,"sku":"f-25hh-58-g","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"61.5 \/ Homer Blue","offer_id":12304066445423,"sku":"f-25hh-615-b","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/greenhomer-4.jpg?v=1745512042"},{"product_id":"frame-platypus-2025","title":"Frame - Platypus 2025","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach of our models is our favorite, but the Platypus is the most favorite. It’s perfect for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroad riding, loaded or unloaded touring, commuting, day rides, fitness-fast rides, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshopping, or therapy rides. It’s not a trail bike, but a reasonable rider with half-decent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejudgment and skill can ride it on fire trails. The recommended max tire is 50mm, and that's a true 50mm tire. James has some knobby Continentals on his that are labeled 2.2; they fit fine, but they actually measure around 52mm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s common for “form follows function” to be an excuse to tolerate practical bicycles that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eare borderline ugly. The Platypus isn’t like that. You don’t have to find beauty in its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eusefulness and comfort, or put up with its dysfunction just because it’s pretty. It’s good \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall around, and it stands out wherever you go and however you use it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re against stock bikes on principle or just want to have fun building your Platypus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom a frame to a rideable bicycle, it’s easy and there are at least three ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(1) Part by part, you pick everything, you assemble it. If you’re a bicycle parts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexpert and mechanic and trust yourself to put together a harmonious package, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ego for it—but consider having one of us look it over to see whether it will indeed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebe harmonious, and perhaps weigh in on whether or not you’re getting a good \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evalue on the way. If you want a part we don’t stock, get it somewhere else. This is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe most expensive way to customize a Platypus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(2) Part by part, you pick everything, we assemble it. In this case, the price will \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebe frame + parts + $380 labor before the cost of racks (price + $35 labor per \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003erack) and fenders (price + $100 labor per bicycle). It’s still a good deal, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomes with peace of mind and zero personal stress. If you want to do this, add this build option to your cart. We can add it to an existing order later, so no need to do it at the same time you buy the frame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(3) You pick a few parts, we pick the rest. On our site, this is the “You pick the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efun stuff” build. You pick the handlebars, gearing, and shifters, we pick the rest. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis saves us both time and money and is kind of short-cut to a perfect bike. We \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eput on great stuff that works great, and except for the front derailer, looks great, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etoo (The “You pick the fun stuff” build saves about $300 because it allows us flexibility on parts selection and because there’s less time spent on correspondence figuring everything out.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t for a second think building a Platypus from scratch is indulgent or spendthrifty. It’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea way to get personalization. Yes, it takes more time, but we don’t rush you through it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd take a look around at what other bicycles cost. Complete carbon fiber bikes can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeasily cost $6,000. They don’t ride as well, won’t last as long, and aren’t as pretty. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlatypus could easily last 30 to 50 years, with only occasionally replacing parts when \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethey wear out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelevant specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e135mm rear wheel spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27.2mm seatpost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e28.6 FD clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e68mm BSA BB shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV-brake mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJune 2026 geometry here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 113mm bottom bracket and FSA Duron headset is included in the frame price, but \u003cem\u003eno\u003c\/em\u003e seatposts this time around. You can buy either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/collections\/seat-posts\"\u003ea Nitto or a Ritchey post here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"50cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":43067363590255,"sku":"f-plat2024-lolive50","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":43067363623023,"sku":"f-plat2024-peri50","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"55cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":43067363655791,"sku":"f-plat2024-lolive55","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"55cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":43067363688559,"sku":"f-plat2024-peri55","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":43067363721327,"sku":"f-plat2024-lolive60","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":43067363754095,"sku":"f-plat2024-peri60","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/20250623_Periwinkle_Platypus_33square.jpg?v=1750800073"},{"product_id":"frame-sam-hillborne-2025","title":"Frame - Sam Hillborne 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRivendell SAM HILLBORNE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOR ALL ROADS— paved, dirt, or gravel; and the kinds of fire trails a Conestoga wagon could negotiate, but not the kind that would require a jackass. If you're skilled and have good judgement and fattish knobby tires, you can ride the SAM where you shouldn't. Stick with what it's designed for: all the above, and ROAD TOURING, ROAD SHOPPING, and ROAD COMMUTING.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Sam is a versatile road and light trail bike. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eALL WEATHER: Easily fendered. Can the \"gravel bike\" you're considering fit fenders? How about racks?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything that makes it a great touring bike also makes it a great commuter, camper or all-rounder. The Sam is equally a great bike for a carrying food and camping gear and clothing around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFRAME:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our-designed SILVER (brand) CrMo tubing in dimensions we see fit. Geometry is ours alone, also. It rides like all Rivendells. Good with drop bars or uprights. Fits tires up to 45 with fenders, 48 without. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame Specification:\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e650b wheels in size 48cm and 51cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e700c wheels in sizes 54cm and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV-brake or cantilever\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e135mm rear spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27.2 seatpost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\" threaded fork - FSA Duron headset included\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekickstand plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf\"\u003eJune 2026 geometry chart here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended PBHs and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSTANDOVER HEIGHTS at mid-top tube with 45mm tire:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-48cm: 75cm \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003estandover | 76.5 to 79cm PBHs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-51cm: 78.5cm standover | 79 to 83cm PBHs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-54cm: 82cm \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003estandover | \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e83 to 86cm PBHs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e57cm: 85cm \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003estandover | \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e86 to 89cm PBHs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-60cm: 88cm standover | 89 to ?cm PBHs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAKES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e V-brakes (standard or mini) or cantilevers. We can advise. \u003cbr\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ef you will use Cantis, be sure to buy front and rear cable hangers (not included).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAZE-ONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e A-plenty. Easy to mount racks, fenders. (Well, as easy as they ever are. They're usually a little fussy, but that's not the frame's fault.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOAD CAPACITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e It depends on your weight, the road surface, the tire volume, air pressure, and your riding style. Basically, a 185lb rider can probably tote 35 to 40lbs on road rides. It's not a full-on touring bikes, but it's not a wimp, either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLEBAR STYLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drops, Albastache, or any upright. Use a short stem with drops or Albastache--maybe 5 to 7cm. With Albatross, \u003cem\u003eup\u003c\/em\u003e to 10cm, and with Billie or Tosco, 11 or 12cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIRE RECOMMENDATIONS—\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efor 90 percent road: 700c: \u003c\/strong\u003eAny Shikoro, 38mm or 42mm.  There are lots, but these are the ones we sell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e650B: \u003c\/strong\u003eGravel King 38mm or 45mm. 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Age, scrapes, grime, and other signs of use just make it look better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product_description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-----\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrames -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame shipping is automatically set at $87 within the lower 48 states.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rate may be adjusted depending on the actual rate at the time of shipping. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBikes -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBike orders will default to $250 to the lower 48. 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