{"title":"Bicycles \u0026 Frames","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/frames-banner_2048x2048.jpg?v=1517859844\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rivendell Design Philosophy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/blogs\/articles\/design-philosophy\"\u003eDesign Philosophy\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/rivendell-models-1\"\u003eRivendell Models\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca title=\"About Rivendell Bikes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/rivendell-bicycle-works\"\u003eOur Unique Approach\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca title=\"Rivendell Geometry Chart\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/geometry\"\u003eGeometry Charts \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/dealers\"\u003eDealers\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hubbuhubbuh-tandem","title":"Frame - Hubbuhubbuh Tandem","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONCEPT:\u003c\/strong\u003e A comfortable, upright position tandem for fat 650B (27.5-inch) tires up to 2.4\". It's not a \"fat bike,\" but it comes close. It's equally good for riding three miles to town to buy cotton candy, 2-mile post-dinner tours of the neighborhood, and multi-week expeditionary off-road touring. The HHH is perfect for all of those.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its comfort, the HHH isn't slow, even with monster tires. The grunting you put into it is returned in immediate speed—more so than even on a single, because you’ve got two engines. Is it a speedmaster racing-ish tandem? Happily, no. It's so much more and so much more fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE IT'S MADE, WHAT IT COSTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taiwan, where manufacturing costs are lower, so we could pull out all the stops, not compromise on the number of joints required to make the frame as good as it can be. The craftsmanship is unsurpassed, and the frame \/ fork \/ headset \/Bushnell eccentric costs $2,000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll notice the frame is super triangulated, with more lateral bracing than most modern tandem frames. The extra bracing makes the HHH frame stiffer and stronger, but have, for the most part, been removed from most modern tandems (which used to have them) as a way to reduce manufacturing costs and make them easier to S\/S couple. No, we're not putting couplers on it. You can do that here, and expect it to almost double the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIT'S A GOOD VALUE:\u003c\/strong\u003e  The $2,000 includes—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• the best eccentric by far—the Bushnell Retro (\u003cstrong\u003e$170\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• headset (\u003cstrong\u003e$65 at least\u003c\/strong\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEither way, you get a $175+ value included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e CrMo steel frame and fork. Tubes are ovalized vertically at the head tube and laterally at the captain's seat tube intersections to allow piercings—kind of like the way Burley did it. This allows full-length marathon tubes and high-integrity joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONSTRUCTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e TIG-welded frame with investment cast seat binders and head tube reinforcement rings. These are our own design, they're good, and they say RBW on them forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAKES:\u003c\/strong\u003e V-BRAKE braze-ons front and rear. DISC-MOUNT on the rear. The cable guides are exactly where they should be, so cabling is easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDROPOUTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chunky Rivendell-designed, expensive investment castings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eECCENTRIC:\u003c\/strong\u003e It's made for the BUSHNELL, and comes with it. \u003cstrong\u003e($120 value)\u003c\/strong\u003e INCLUDED IN THE $2,000 PRICE. The Bushnell eccentric is the best in the world. (An eccentric allows the timing chain to be tensioned. All tandems need something to do that, and the other styles of eccentrics are crude in comparison, and don't work as well.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeatposts: 29.8mm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHEADSET: 1 1\/8\" threadless.\u003c\/strong\u003e OK, we'll include this. An FSA model. \u003cstrong\u003e$65 value.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAZE-ONS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ample for assorted racks, four water bottles, and even a kickstand plate. Tandems are sort of tricky to put a rear rack on. The chainstays are spread to 145mm, and racks made for 130-135mm. You need a tandem-specific or disc-brake specific rear rack. We don't have them—sorry, but that would be the straw that broke our back—but Blackburn, Topeak, Tubus, and others make them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: If you put a rear disc brake on it (remember--it also has V-brake braze-ons, so it may not be necessary—then it's a minor PITA to find a rear rack that clears the disc stuff. They are out there, we don't stock 'em.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRIDE\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's neutral, not quirky, easy to control in all conditions. It's pleasantly light-steering and easy to maneuver even for a weak captain. The stoker will be happy with the long chainstays, which put the rear axle further back, so a bump's energy isn't directed straight up at the ol' crotch. Stoker and captain alike will like the roominess and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSO I GET A FRAME AND FORK AND THEN WHAT?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave your local dealer assemble it, and expect to pay $350+. Buy some parts there, while you're at it. We have all of the parts you need, but it's only good form to buy some stuff--accessories and SOME parts—from your in-town dealer. But make sure they've assembled tandems before. We don't want them calling us and asking questions they shouldn't have to ask--or what's worse, accusing us of spec'ing a bike with incompatible parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWILL YOU HAVE TANDEM-SPECIFIC PARTS?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes we'll have tandem specific Silver triple cranks which is the biggest hurdle. The other is stoker stems. We got a run of affordable stoker stems just for this bike. They're not on the site yet, but will be soon. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCHAIN LENGTHS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe timing chains need 150 links.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drive chain lengths will vary with gearing, but with the stock SILVER tandem triple (44-34-24) and a 36t rear cog, you'll want 122 links, or 154cm of chain plus a master link. Your shop will be happy to sell you three chains to do this-all with, or you can buy timing and drive chains for us, fairly ready to go. And they'll cost you almost as much. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive rings, as reported, are 44 x 34 x 24, with the smallest two steel, as they should be. Timing rings are 38T steel, and come with ring guards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY SUCH SMALL RINGS ON A TANDEM?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe big 650B tires make the 44 feel like a 48 on a mtn bike; and with 11\/12T rear cogs, why go bigger? The smaller big ring is more usable. When you have a 54 (as many tandems do), it's usable on descents that terrify your stoker, but for regular riding it's just a chain guard for the middle ring you're usually in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd remember, the HHH is a fun-and-traveling tandem. It's not the bike you take to beat the fast guys on their singles. It's a terrific family bike. Even the large size fits a typical 9-year old. We've ridden a small with a 75-year old lady stoker with short legs for her height; and with 5-ft 11 riders with a pbh of 88. By the time your child or grandchild is 8 or 9--hop aboard, let's go snag some ice cream! Note that all stoker cranks have 170mm arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCALL OR EMAIL TO ORDER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e800 345 3918 or will@rivbike.mom or info@rivbike.mom \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd here's more information, including drawings and geometry. It has long chainstays, long top tubes, and is designed for upright, sweep-back handlebars. It's not a drop-bar, skinny-tire tandem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hubbuhubbuh.tumblr.com\"\u003ehttp:\/\/hubbuhubbuh.tumblr.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is=\"\" data-is-source=\"#hubbuhubbuh\" data-is-gutter=\"6\" data-is-popup-info=\"username, instagramLink, likesCounter, commentsCounter, passedTime, description, comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"small \/ blue","offer_id":39171970061,"sku":"f-hhh-12","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"medium \/ blue","offer_id":39171992781,"sku":"f-hhh-16","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/products\/hubbuh2023-2.jpg?v=1674847961"},{"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. PBH\u003c\/a\u003e (cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e Standover*\u003cbr\u003ew\/ 43mm Tire\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003eTire Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e47.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e76\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e75.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e650b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e51\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e78.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e650b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e54.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e83.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e82\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e700c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e58\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e87.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e86\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e700c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e61.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e89\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e700c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.514%;\"\u003e94\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3084%;\"\u003e92.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.8785%;\"\u003e700c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* closest approximation given the micro-variances in tire ages and diameters on different rims, different tire pressure, and tire wear. Standover is to the top of the middle of the top tube. If standover is 1cm or more less than PBH, then with shoes on you'll still have an inch of clearance. Standover height decreases with smaller tires, of course. So, for example, if your PBH is 82.4 and you're going to ride 33mm tires max, you could still fit a 54.5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Don't be baffled by unfamiliar numbers or dimensions. We are happy to explain it to you IF you want to know, or to understand it, but the main point is, when you give us an accurate Pubic Bone Height, we can nail the size for you—whether you care to know the numbers or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGETTING STARTED ON A COMPLETE BIKE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/collections\/build-options\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWe have a couple build packages here, all discounted $300 or so in return for letting us pick some of the stuff.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some considerations when you're thinking about how to build it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDLEBARS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drops, Albastache, Albatross, or Choco\u003c\/span\u003e. They're all good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIFTERS:\u003c\/strong\u003e With drop bars: You probably know what you like. 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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It’s 100 percent perfect for 90 percent of the riding you’re likely to do, and 90 percent perfect for the other ten percent. Ideal for tires between 1.5-inches and 2.2-inches .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI\/Grant have ridden it on the roughest, boulder trails of Mt. Tamalpais, on the soft-soiled and leafy trails in the redwood forests overlooking the ocean way north of here, on the fire-roady local trails of Shell Ridge and Briones park, and on thousands of commute miles and Trader Joe’s runs. All with the same smoothish treaded 1.75-inch tires and wide-range gearing.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWhen I wear those out, I’ll go a bit fatter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Appaloosa has equal amounts of everything we like about bicycles. As versatile and all-around useful as you could ask for, with beautiful, unique-to-Rivendell lugs, crown, and graphics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrame Specification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e650b wheels in size 46 and 51cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e700c wheels in sizes 54cm and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever or V brakes. Get V-brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26.8mm seat post, not included. We have some made by Kalloy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/products\/seat\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e or NITTO \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/products\/nitto-s83-seat-post-26-8-or-27-2\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e135mm rear spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano cartridge bb 113 x 68 installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\" threaded fork - FSA headset installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you're using cantis, OK, but you'll need front + rear cable hangers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePBH ranges here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e46cm: 77 to 81cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51cm: 80 to 84cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e54cm: 84 to 88 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e57cm: 87 to 91cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60cm: 90 to 96cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFull geometry chart as of June 2026, here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFramePlumper sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e46cm - Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e51cm - Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e54cm - Medium for a easy fit, large for a tight fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e57cm - Ditto above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60cm - Large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPALOOSA TRIVIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn certain circles there's heated debate as to whether the Appaloosa breed came to the U.S. from Spain or Asia. If it was Spain, it happened in the late 1400s, the first of about 70 decades of unfortunate events for Indigenous people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this country, the Appaloosa’s original home is the land around the Palouse River in Washington and Idaho. (“A Palouse horse” sounds, not coincidentally, like “Appaloosa.”) They were famously bred by the Nez Perce tribe, and are identifiable at a glance from near or far: Their hooves are always striped vertically. Their coats are spotted. Their lips are spotted, too. And they’re the only breed that shows the whites of its eyes, and not just the iris, when at rest. Appaloosas are smart, calm, hard-working, and easily trained. Who wouldn’t want those qualities in a horse?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause of its association with Native Americans, we’re donating $50 from every frame sold to The Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. They have the lowest per-capita income (about $7,800) of any reservation, and highest incidence of drug-and-alcohol addiction. Most tragically, it has a high rate of child sexual abuse. The $50 goes directly to the Children’s Justice Center is the group that fights that and helps children recover. It has 1.5 full-timers (Arlana and Larry), and a college student intern. It is terribly underfunded, and the $5,000 or so we’ll send them from Appaloosa sales is a major windfall to them. For more:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lakotacjc.org\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.lakotacjc.org\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Oglala Lakota Indians\/native Americans were the main tribe in Custer’s Last Stand in 1876, and the victims of slaughter at Wounded Knee in 1890. So, an especially historic reservation, and the poorest one in existence. Your Appaloosa purchase will help them.\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\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Bikes and Frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrames Shipping: \u003cspan id=\"product_description\"\u003e$87 +\/- to lower 48 states.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBike Shipping: $250 +\/- to lower 48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational is more complicated - call or email. We don't send full bikes internationally, just frames and parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can always arrange to pick up your bike here in Walnut Creek, California. California pickups and deliveries pay California sales tax. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContact Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall (800) 345 3918 or (925) 933 7304\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonday-Friday 9am-3pm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rivendell Bicycle Works","offers":[{"title":"46cm \/ General Use Green","offer_id":52773715443823,"sku":"f-appa26-46gug","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"46cm \/ Lime Olive","offer_id":52773715476591,"sku":"f-appa26-46lime","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"51cm \/ General Use Green","offer_id":42475685642351,"sku":"f-appa26-51gug","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"51cm \/ Lime Olive","offer_id":42475685445743,"sku":"f-appa26-51lime","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"54cm \/ General Use Green","offer_id":42475685511279,"sku":"f-appa26-54gug","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"54cm \/ Lime Olive","offer_id":42475685478511,"sku":"f-appa26-54lime","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"57cm \/ General Use Green","offer_id":42475685576815,"sku":"f-appa26-57gug","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"57cm \/ Lime Olive","offer_id":42475685544047,"sku":"f-appa26-57lime","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ General Use Green","offer_id":42505028141167,"sku":"f-appa26-60gug","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Lime Olive","offer_id":42475685609583,"sku":"f-appa26-60lime","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/gugappasquare-1_ee787617-b3ef-4564-b9b0-99679a80d449.jpg?v=1775251735"},{"product_id":"frame-charlie-gallop","title":"Frame - Charlie Gallop 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eRivendell\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e CHARLIE H. GALLOP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFirst words:\u003cspan\u003e The Charlie H. Gallop is probably the most comfortable road bike you'll ever ride. It's an advanced, genius-funky design that will shoo-away snobs but absolutely delight anybody who rides it. The perfect road bike for those who don't have one, aren't sure they'll like road riding, but really want to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILT FOR: Road riding of all kinds. Fitness rides, club rides, solo local loops, riding with friends who are also riding road bikes. \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\u003eLike all Rivendells, it fits racks, too, but it's not a touring bike. YES you can tour on it, but we designed it for road riding with minimal loads—say, up to ten pounds. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRAME:\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a light-4-us, long-wheelbase road frame. Our-designed SILVER (brand) CrMo tubing in dimensions we see fit. Geometry is dialed, it rides like all Rivendells. \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 49cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e700c wheels in sizes 53cm and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong reach sidepulls \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27.2mm seat post, \u003cstrong\u003enot included. We have some made by Nitto, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/products\/seat-post-lkja46iluer7\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePaul\u003c\/a\u003e, and a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/products\/seat-post-ritchey-classic-2-bolt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRitchey\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e130mm rear spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e28.6 front derailer clamp (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\" threaded fork - FSA Duron headset included\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano 113 x 68 bottom bracket included and installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekickstand plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\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 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e-49cm: 72cm \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003estandover | 74 to 83cm PBHs\u003cbr\u003e-53cm: 76.5cm standover | 78 to 87cm PBHs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e-57cm: 78.2cm \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003estandover | \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e82 to 91cm PBHs\u003cbr\u003e-61cm: 82.7cm standover | 86 to 96.5cm PBHs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote the slight inconsistencies—since the 61’s standover is 82.7cm, you could easily clear the top tube with an 84.5cm PBH, but we suggest a minimum of 86cm, because it seems like it’s a big bike, so don’t get it if you’re a medium rider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost riders can fit two sizes. Nobody is “in-between.” That’s the main benefit of low standover heights and tall head tubes. All sizes have longish top tubes, because we designed them for swept-back handlebars; and with high, swept-back bars there’s a huge window of comfort. If you opt for the smaller of two sizes that fit, consider a bar with more height to it, like the Bosco or Tosco. If you go for the bigger of two, you’ll do fine with a lower-height bar like the Albatross, Losco, Choco, or Billie, but don’t rule out a Bosco or Tosco—you could get one and slam the stem or ride even higher. It is easy to find a great position on this bike with any of these swept-back bars, but they’re good with drops and stubby (5cm to 6cm) stems, too. If you like the look of a longer stem and still want drops, this is not your bike. Personally, most of us here who ride drops at all, now ride them with stubby stems. It works great, and it’s a winning look, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFramePlumper sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e49cm - Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e53cm - Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e57m - Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e61cm - XL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground, concept, intent, details. Not necessary to read.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bike has been in various stages of riding prototypes for three years, and will come out in the fourth year, 2024. It’s gone from mostly TIG-welded to mostly lugged, and the top tube went from curved to straight. The final is geometrically nearly identical to the earlies, because we know how to design frames, so didn’t start with pile of willy-nilly \u0026amp; goofy dimensions to fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tubes are \"Homer-weight or a bit lighter.\" We lightened the tubes a little for the final version, and so changed it from an all-purpose bike for any-weight riders to a lightish road bike for riders who weigh less than 207 pounds. We have enough of the other bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve had the Charlie tested  to internationally agreed-upon road bike standards, and it passes. It's a solid, excellent frame and fork. A 57cm frame weights about 5.56lb. That's plenty light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not a trail bike, hillibike, touring-camping bike. It's a super versatile road bike or Country Bike. Of course you can carry light loads with it, but if your plan is to put the biggest racks and panniers and loads wherever the bike seems to allow it, then get a  Clem, Atlantis, or Appaloosa. Maybe a Sam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CHG’s sloping, not-quite-mixte top tube lets you ride up a size and get the bars higher without bonking your crotch. This bicycle is ideal for upright handlebars, usable with drops if you ride a 5-7cm stem and are already used to drops, but we still recommend Albatross-and-other uprights. In its best form, it’s an upright-bar light bike for day rides, shopping, commuting with reasonable commute loads, and so-on.  Amazing bike, zippy, roadishlike, but super versatile, comfortable. That sum-up doesn't differentiate it a ton from our other bicycles, so--just think of it as useful bicycle with a lowish top tube that lets you ride a bigger size and still get the bars high enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you weigh over 207 pounds, get a Roadini, Sam, or Homer. They’re plenty zippy, too. It’s doubtful that a 240 pounder would break the Charlie, but it’s just not the right bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CHG weighs more than a Roadeo, our raciest road bike, but is more versatile. It’s a practical, fun, all around, commuting, shopping, group-riding, road bike for upright handlebars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFRAME SIZES: 49cm (650B), 53-57-61 (all 700C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTIRE CAPACITY: 45mm with fender, so a hair bigger without fenders. BUT it’s still a road bike, so don’t put fat knobbies on it and thrash it on trails. Bad roads, smooth trails, careful riding, OK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLUGS: We developed new ones, unique to this bike, and fancy. Actually, we developed them for a special run of 12 custom frames we did for Blue Lug in Tokyo. The CHG isn’t identical in geometry or details, but is similar, and more important, since it’s made and painted in Taiwan, you can actually get one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTUBING: A notch lighter than Sam tubes, a lot like Homer’s. But the 49cm and 53cm have an inch-and-an-eighth (28.6mm) downtubes. The 57cm and 61cm downtubes are our standard inch-and-a-quarter (31.8mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLONGISH CHAINSTAYS: They make the bike ride better and scare off racers. This is an all-around ROAD bike, though. Not a trail bike. Long chainstays improve the ride, add stability, safety, smoothness on any surface, a any speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBRAKES: Sidepulls. To drive home that it’s a road bike. Brake reach rules out racing sidepulls. The reach requirement is 65mm. (If “reach requirement” means beans to you, all you need to know is that we designed it to fit UP TO a 45mm tire, with fenders. And the brakes we recommend allow the brake pads to be 65mm below the brake bolt. Get our Tektro R559s or Yokozuna LR-75s, or a longish reach centerpull, like Paul’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREAR WHEEL SPACING: 130mm. Again, to emphasize that it’s a road bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBRAZE-ONS: Two bottles, pump peg, racks front and rear (but it’s not for loaded touring. Some people like a rear rack only, some like front racks only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote to guys, with no disrespect intended to anybody: Don’t get a CHG for your female partner and spec it out for her with drops because you think drops look cool and she’ll have an easier time going fast with drops. This happens, but we prefer to communicate directly with the rider, to assure a good match.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a Wavy bar or any other mountain bikey, non-swept-back bar, we suggest the smaller of two sizes with a tall stem. For drop bars, hard to say. Probably the smaller of two sizes that fit, with a tall 5cm stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-------\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease be sure that you want the frame before adding it to the cart. Cancellations incur a 10% restocking fee, regardless of whether the frames are here or not.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e--------\u003c\/span\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. If your actual shipping price is more, we will reach out to you for an additional payment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCOMPONENT SUGGESTIONS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWHEELS: Any 130mm road hub with road rims. On the light side, Velocity A23, for tires up to about 40mm. On the more versatile and tougher end of things, the Velocity Dyad or Alex DM21 for tires up to 46mm. There will be other options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTIRES: Minimum 32mm, and that skinny only if you’re on them now and know they work for you. But an all-aroundy bike like the Charlie is at its most versatile with tires 40mm and up. You might think, \u003cem\u003ewhat’s the point in getting a light bike, then adding bigger tires?\u003c\/em\u003e But the Charlie rides light with any tire, so unless you’re hauling it up stairs and concerned about ounces, we recommend 40mm+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGEARING THOUGHTS: The CHG is a road bike, so reasonable chainring options might be 42 x 28, 38 x 24 (both with chainguards), or the always-good 44x34x24 triple (no chainguard). With cassettes to suit your legs, lungs, and terrain. We imagine most riders wil want a 28t to 36t large cog in back. We’ll be ready for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOTHER PARTS: Not many limitations—shifters and derailers anything you like, and so on. It takes a 1-inch threaded headset like most of our bikes, The BB shell is our normal 68mm threaded. Seat post is 27.2mm. Front derailer clamp size is 28.6mm, easy to get. A lot of our “normal” dimensions are also historically normal, but are less common on modern bikes that have wild (by our standard) dimensions. But we’re a good source for any part you could ever dream about putting on the Charlie H. Gallop. It’s a solid, smart, versatile mechanical bicycle with no built-in planned obsolescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOAD CAPACITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Try to keep it at less than 20lbs. It's a road bike. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEAUTY:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dropped top tube makes CHARLIE an odd duck among road bikes, but it is key to its comfort and fitting, and when you get over any insistence on straight top tubes, it's genius. It lets you ride a bigger bike without crotch concerns.  The seat tube lug is gorgeous, the crown is a knockout, the fork blades are slender and bent in low-small radius curves. The tubing is round and with classical proportions that always look better than fat, non-round tubes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"49cm \/ Mermaid","offer_id":42617975046255,"sku":"f-gallop-49mermaid","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"49cm \/ Orange","offer_id":42617975013487,"sku":"f-gallop-49orange","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"53cm \/ Mermaid","offer_id":42617975111791,"sku":"f-gallop-53mermaid","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"53cm \/ Orange","offer_id":42617975079023,"sku":"f-gallop-53orange","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"57cm \/ Mermaid","offer_id":42617975177327,"sku":"f-gallop-57mermaid","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"57cm \/ Orange","offer_id":42617975144559,"sku":"f-gallop-57orange","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"61cm \/ Mermaid","offer_id":42617975242863,"sku":"f-gallop-61mermaid","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"61cm \/ Orange","offer_id":42617975210095,"sku":"f-gallop-61orange","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/CGcomplete-20.jpg?v=1758818879"},{"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":"platypus-complete-bike-2025-presale-sunday-june-29th-at-noon","title":"Platypus Complete Bike - 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. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stock complete Platypus specs are hard to beat, because we picked what we know and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elike and didn’t chintz out. The money you save by buying the complete Platypus leaves \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyou rich enough, relative to building a bike from the frame up, to swap out a part here and there to customize it to your quirky taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonths from now, you might want to get our not-yet-available Silver OM-1 rear derailer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOr you might want different gearing, a different tire, or a different handlebar…for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexample. But it’ll be at most a want, not a need. Ride it as it comes. Everything on it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearned its spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHere's what's included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat treated Nitto Albatross bars - 55cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitto Tallux stems - 90mm for the 50 and 55cm frames and 100mm for the 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver bar end shifters - these allow more of a grip in front of the brake levers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36\/26 Silver3 cranks. 170mm for 50cm, and 173mm for the two bigger sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 speed 11-36t cassette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkeleton key front derailer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunrace rear. Both derailers are supremely functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNovatech hubs - regular cartridge bearing hubs. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlex DM21 rims. We ordered them without any branding except for a small sticker at the seam. The wheels are built by St. Jump, the best wheelbuilders in Taiwan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravelking tires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e837AL Tektro V-brakes. Mark prefers these over some fancier models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS360 levers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFSA Duron headset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano cartridge BB - 118mm length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKalloy posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo pedals, and no saddle. Grips: I remember some correspondence about grips, but at this point I'm not totally sure. There's nothing listed on the bill of materials, so I'm thinking no grips either. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese preassembled complete bikes require a mechanic for the final assembly. If you're taking it to a bike shop, or you're confident you can do it yourself (the checklist is linked below), pick the \"I'll arrange the final assembly\" option on the dropdown menu above and we'll ship your bike pronto. If you want us to go over the bike and get it all ready to go, pick one of the other two options. Note though, that we'll ship the DIY bikes first, so if you need it quickly, go that route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/2025_Platypus_safety_sheet_Complete_Safe_Assembly_Checklist.pdf?v=1750960450\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHere's the 2025 Platypus complete safe assembly checklist. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ElqWJ5nHvUU\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThere's a video of last year's complete Platypus bikes in action here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore photos of the Lime Olive on Kaela's bike\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/blogs\/customer-bikes\/who-rides-a-platypus?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=02497c477\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e, here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore photos of the Periwinkle on James's bike,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/blogs\/staff-bikes\/jamess-55cm-platypus-version-2?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=02497c477\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e here.\u003c\/a\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\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/pubic-bone-height-how-to-measure-your-pbh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/pages\/pubic-bone-height-how-to-measure-your-pbh\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePBH\u003c\/a\u003e Ranges:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.1193%; height: 19px;\"\u003e 50cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8807%; height: 19px;\"\u003e74 - 81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.1193%; height: 19px;\"\u003e55cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8807%; height: 19px;\"\u003e81 - 87\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.1193%; height: 19px;\"\u003e60cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8807%; height: 19px;\"\u003e87 - 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"50cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":43067373322351,"sku":"PlatComp-lolive-50","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":43067373355119,"sku":"PlatComp-peri-50","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"55cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":43067373387887,"sku":"PlatComp-lolive-55","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"55cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":43067373420655,"sku":"PlatComp-peri-55","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":43067373453423,"sku":"PlatComp-lolive-60","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":43067373486191,"sku":"PlatComp-peri-60","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/plattyaugustsquare-1.jpg?v=1751478886"},{"product_id":"frame-roadini-2026","title":"Frame - Roadini 2026","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRivendell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LEO ROADINI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeometry charts as of June 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Roadini is an all-around, all-weather road bike. For riding on any road surface with day-ride loads and probably drop bars, it’s perfect. Albatross bars run a close second. The Roadini gives up nothing to modern extreme bikes on smooth, ideal roads, and is far better in every way when conditions are crappy. It has way more tire clearances of the oldies, higher quality overall construction, is more comfortable, and rides like a Rivendell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILT FOR: Road riding of all kinds. Fitness rides, club rides, solo local loops, riding with friends who are also riding road bikes. \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\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\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometries_10162024.pdf?v=1729114939\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e700c wheels. The most common size, available everywhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFits tires up to 43mm, or 38 with a fender.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFits long reach dual-pivot sidepulls or centerpulls. Make sure the brake has at least 63mm of reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e130mm rear spacing\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e, totally normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\" threaded fork - FSA Duron headset included. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-652cbdb9-7fff-475c-52f7-99ddc528bff6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe historic norm and still the best.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA 113mm bottom bracket is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDT Shifter bosses included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTakes a 27.2 seatpost. \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSeatpost is NOT included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e We sell both\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/collections\/seat-posts\"\u003e Nitto and Ritchey seat posts here.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRecommended PBHs and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSTANDOVER HEIGHTS at mid-top tube with 40mm tire:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-50cm = 79-84cm PBH, 78cm standover\u003cbr\u003e-54cm = 83-88cm PBH, 81.7cm standover\u003cbr\u003e-57cm = 86-91cm PBH, 84.5cm standover\u003cbr\u003e-61cm = 90-97cm PBH, 88.5cm standover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe designed the Roadini around all of the deficiencies of modern road bikes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Modern road bikes are too short (wheelbase), steep (frame angles), and jumpy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Modern road bikes make it hard to impossible to get comfortable, because they don’t allow you to raise the handlebars up where they should be. They assume that it’s more important for you to ride leaned over like a racer than to be comfortable (and efficient).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Modern road bikes limit your tires to too-skinny. Gravel bikes are an exception, but road bikes, no.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Modern road bikes are increasingly bland-techy-not so attractive. They’re generally dark gray or black, with detail-less joints and unattractive graphics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Modern road bikes are made of a material that is light but brittle, that fails often and suddenly, that at best has a practical lifespan of 6 years, and is unrecyclable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Roadini fixes each of these. It’s longer in the wheelbase, and more stable and safe because of it. You’re safer on any road and at any speed. It handles just the way you want a road bike to handle, minus the twitchiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt fits tires to 43mm, or 38mm with fenders. We recommend 38mm to 42mm tires to start. If that sounds too much, go as skinny as 35. There’s no reason to go skinnier than that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Roadini, like all of our bikes, comes in nice colors and has pleasing graphics. Bikes should look friendly, not mean, serious, and generic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Roadini is CrMo steel, frame and fork. Steel allows pleasing proportions, and cannot fail suddenly (and is safe for that reason). Steel weighs more, but the frame weight is a tiny percentage of the rider+bicycle weight. Your Roadini frame should last you 30 years, maybe 50. We make no claims, but that’s the idea, and we have lots of experience going into it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Roadini is now fully lugged and the fork is as nicely curved, crowned, and detailed as any Rivendell fork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Roadini uses rim brakes, which are more powerful and more sensitive than disc brakes. It has a quill stem that allows handlebar height adjustments with one tool in ten seconds. It uses quick-release hubs, which simplify and speed-up wheel removals and installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the most well-designed road bike we’ve ever made. Comfortable, versatile, safe, gorgeous, and great-riding. We’re quite proud of it, and are ready to answer you any questions you have that aren’t addressed here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease be sure that you want the frame before adding it to the cart. Cancellations incur a 10% restocking fee, regardless of whether the frames are here or not.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e---\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\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. If your actual shipping price is more, we will reach out to you for an additional payment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003cspan\u003e---\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"50cm \/ Sergio Green","offer_id":53040310222959,"sku":"f-roadini2026-grn-50","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50cm \/ Orange","offer_id":53040310255727,"sku":"f-roadini2026-org-50","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"54cm \/ Sergio Green","offer_id":53040310288495,"sku":"f-roadini2026-grn-54","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"54cm \/ Orange","offer_id":53040310321263,"sku":"f-roadini2026-org-54","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"57cm \/ Sergio Green","offer_id":53040310354031,"sku":"f-roadini2026-grn-57","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"57cm \/ Orange","offer_id":53040310386799,"sku":"f-roadini2026-org-57","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"61cm \/ Sergio Green","offer_id":53040310419567,"sku":"f-roadini2026-grn-61","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"61cm \/ Orange","offer_id":53040310452335,"sku":"f-roadini2026-org-61","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/roadini2026-16.jpg?v=1777653065"},{"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. Even though it's a \"Gravel King,\" the tread is more suited to pavement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efor 50-50 pavement and dirt: \u003c\/strong\u003eCazadero 43mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRIDER WEIGHT LIMIT?:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It's hard to say, it depends so much on what else you're carrying, the surface you're on, the tire volume and pressure...lots of things that are just hard to pin down. But we'll say...220lb. But if you weigh that, don't also load the bike up with touring gear. And consider an Appaloosa, which fits bigger tires and has a stouter fork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOOKS GOOD TO US:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sam Hillborne is a classically styled frame with sweated-over graphics. The frame joints are lugged, the fork has a crown, and they're all our own designed investment castings, starting from rocks, which are made into metal, and shaped with precision and beauty by a process developed in China ten thousand years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe pay attention to even the most superficial details: The stress-relief hole on the back of the seat lug is painted cream. The wings on the fork crown, too. The seat tube and down tube decals are in exactly the right spot, something that always used to happen before the 21st century came around and people with no taste took over. The letters are filled with cream, edged in black, and \"halo'd\" in gold, for an easy-on-the-eye transition to the paint color. The fork's curved and tapered blades have wild and crazy, beautiful cream-edged dropouts. The bottom bracket shell is designed to minimize stress, with curves where other shells have points; and with windows to aid the brazer. 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. If your actual shipping price is more, we will reach out to you for an additional payment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"48cm \/ Sage","offer_id":43786139992175,"sku":"f-sam2025-Sage48","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"48cm \/ Mustard","offer_id":43786140024943,"sku":"f-sam2025-Mustard48","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"51cm \/ Sage","offer_id":43786140057711,"sku":"f-sam2025-Sage51","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"51cm \/ Mustard","offer_id":43786140090479,"sku":"f-sam2025-Mustard51","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"54cm \/ Sage","offer_id":43786140123247,"sku":"f-sam2025-Sage54","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"54cm \/ Mustard","offer_id":43786140156015,"sku":"f-sam2025-Mustard54","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"57cm \/ Sage","offer_id":43786140188783,"sku":"f-sam2025-Sage57","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"57cm \/ Mustard","offer_id":43786140221551,"sku":"f-sam2025-Mustard57","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Sage","offer_id":43786140254319,"sku":"f-sam2025-Sage60","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm \/ Mustard","offer_id":43786140287087,"sku":"f-sam2025-Mustard60","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/builtsageSAM-3.jpg?v=1761951408"},{"product_id":"frame-47cm-roadini-backstock","title":"Frame - 47cm Roadini Backstock","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e**\u003cem\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e These frames are here in our warehouse, but we won't have forks for them until mid to late June. So, they won't be ready to pickup, ship, or build until those forks come in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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 LEO ROADINI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Roadini is an all-around, all-weather road bike. It gives up nothing to modern extreme bikes on smooth, ideal roads, and is far better in every way when conditions are crappy. It has way more tire clearances of the oldies, higher quality overall construction, is more comfortable, and rides like a Rivendell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILT FOR: Road riding of all kinds. Fitness rides, club rides, solo local loops, riding with friends who are also riding road bikes. \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\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 47cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFits tires up to 43mm, or 38 with a fender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong reach sidepulls\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e130mm rear spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\" threaded fork - FSA Duron headset included\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\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\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRecommended PBHs and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSTANDOVER HEIGHTS at mid-top tube with 40mm tire:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-47cm = 74.5-77.5cm PBH, 74.2cm standover\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIf you’re reading this you know that although we have a peaceful coexistence with modern bikes, but they copy one another and make all the same mistakes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e• They’re too short (wheelbase), steep (frame angles), and jumpy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• They make it hard to impossible to get comfortable, because they don’t allow you to raise the handlebars up where they should be. They assume that it’s more important for you to ride leaned over like a racer than to be comfortable (and efficient).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• They limit your tires to too-skinny. Gravel bikes are an exception, but road bikes, no.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• They are increasingly bland-techy-not so attractive. They’re generally dark gray or black, with detail-less joints and barely legible and unattractive graphics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• They’re made of a material that is light but brittle, that fails often and suddenly, that at best has a practical lifespan of 6 years, and is unrecyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eThe Roadini fixes each of these. It’s longer in the wheelbase, and more stable and safe because of it. You’re safer on any road and at any speed. It handles just the way you want a road bike to handle, minus the twitchiness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt fits tires to 43mm, or 38mm with fenders. We recommend 38mm to 42mm tires to start. If that sounds too much, go as skinny as 35. There’s no reason to go skinnier than that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Roadini, like all of our bikes, comes in nice colors and has pleasing graphics that aren’t afterthoughts. Bikes should look friendly, not mean, serious, and generic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Roadini is CrMo steel, frame and fork. Steel allows pleasing-to-the-eye proportions, is tough and cannot fail suddenly (and is safe for that reason). Steel weighs more, but the frame weight is a tiny percentage of the rider+bicycle weight. Your Roadini frame should last you 30 years. We make no claims, but that’s the idea, and we have lots of experience going into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Roadini is now fully lugged and the fork is as nicely curved, crowned, and detailed as any Rivendell fork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe Roadini uses rim brakes, which are more powerful and more sensitive than disc brakes. It has a quill stem that allows handlebar height adjustments with one tool\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ein ten seconds. It uses quick-release hubs, which simplify and speed-up wheel removals and installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt is the most well-designed road bike we’ve ever made. Comfortable, versatile, safe, gorgeous, and great-riding. We’re quite proud of it, and are ready to answer you any questions you have that aren’t addressed here.\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEver since our demand has increased, people tend to buy frames only to decide later whether they actually want it or not. It's an impulse we understand but it sometimes prevents someone who's absolutely sure they want one from getting a frame, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhen people do cancel, we can't just re-stock it on the website because restocking just one frame alerts the 20 odd people who are on the back-in-stock email notification list, and the bummer cycle of missing out repeats itself. So we're implementing a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10% cancellation fee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on these frames.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e---\u003c\/span\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. If your actual shipping price is more, we will reach out to you for an additional payment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003cspan\u003e---\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"tmblr-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/68.media.tumblr.com\/ac2d96b06a122ac034a129b59584485a\/tumblr_inline_omidvemN461qdvnvk_540.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front height of this crown happens to be 19mm. With a std vertically centered hole, both numbers would be 9.5mm. You want that extra 3.5mm to be air, not fork crown, so when you try to stuff a slightly bigger tire or a fender under there, it hits air and fits and rolls on through. it’s not jammed up against the underside of the fork crown. It's basic, not so hard to understand, but I've never seen a low-offset hole on any crown that wasn't ours, and that is insane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"tmblr-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/68.media.tumblr.com\/53e33445c0fd332f1b7c40863d781a1a\/tumblr_inline_omgvl5dcby1qdvnvk_540.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ball-and-socket seat stay joint eliminates shear forces and adds strength. The main shoreline of the seat lug is familiarly Rivendell, the same-ish swirls and all, and like all Rivendell seat lugs, it has other details that are worth a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"tmblr-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/68.media.tumblr.com\/9e7cd960ddada4673fa236ca5120e13a\/tumblr_inline_omh061qIZb1qdvnvk_540.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large, raised and reinforced stress relief hole reduced eliminates any chance of repeated tightenings causing a stress crack at the bottom of the slot. Admittedly, it’s not a common occurrence, but we’ve seen it happen on other bikes half a dozen times. We make it maximally crack-resistant on our seat lugs because our showroom bikes get tightened and loosened and retightened with ever test ride, every slight difference in saddle height. On your bike, maybe you’ll do it a few times in the fussing, so our O-hole is overkill, but it’s also a nice visual detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"tmblr-full\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/68.media.tumblr.com\/da5e2c93bbaf2f9b3f10f55791857d79\/tumblr_inline_omgzmcyK2p1qdvnvk_540.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seat binder area is reinforced with unpinchable steel. As with the O-hole, it makes our lug impervious to repetitive stress. And if for whatever act-of-god reason you lose your seat binder bolt, you can easily (even you) rig one up using hardware store hardware --a threaded bold M6 or M5 diamters, a mating nut, and perhaps a few washers. Or you can clamp the binder shut with a Vise Grip, with (perhaps) minor damage to the paint, but none to the metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use the same binder on all of our bicycles, and it is the best and most practical in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"khx","offers":[{"title":"47cm \/ Lime-Olive","offer_id":53050917814383,"sku":"Roadini24GRN-48","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"47cm \/ Hi ho silver","offer_id":53050917847151,"sku":"Roadini24SLVR-48","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"47cm \/ Dark Gold","offer_id":53050918502511,"sku":"f-Roadini25-gold-47","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"47cm \/ Periwinkle","offer_id":53050918535279,"sku":"f-Roadini25-peri-47","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/lugged2024Roadini-15_36e51fb4-09c6-493b-895d-298a75d5e753.jpg?v=1731097093"},{"product_id":"complete-bike-yellowolley","title":"Complete Bike - YelloWolleY","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor decades we avoided yellow bikes because I\/Grant thought any yellow bike looked like -cheap Nishiki from the ‘70s. Jobst Brandt insisted on yellow because yellow shows cracks sooner than other colors; a bad reason to pick yellow. On drop bar bikes, it’s hard to pick a tape color that looks good. Maybe gray, but anything else looks too contrasty. I wonder how many people I’ve just offended. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen in 2024 or so, several of the guys here, even knowing how I felt about yellow, said we need a yellow bike. After my hidden bristling subsided, I looked at yellow differently. It may not be the way you look at it, but this is how we ended up with the YelloWolleY (YWY)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost modern bikes try so hard to look serious, and that means gray, black, charcoal, anthracite, and sometimes white. When they vary, it’s often neon orange or green. They seem to go out of their way to avoid looking pretty or fun. Our normal color palette is great, but it’s one classy color or pretty color after another, with lots of blends and softness. The dark gold and oranges spice it up a little, but YELLOW is in its own category. It seems to anti-bland that I really like it now. It helps to have a warm yellow and nice graphics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe YWY is an all-purpose pavement bike, with “light trail” capabilities. Like 90 percent of our bicycles. It costs way less than our other models because\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s available only as a complete bike, and is assembled by pros who do nothing except assemble bikes, so the assemblies are consistent and less expensive. We specified all the micro-parts details-cable housing color and length and routing, etc. And we picked all the parts, the tubing, designed it from head to toe…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe head tube is TIG-welded, like CLEM’s, and the head tube is the same yellow as the rest of the frame, so the painter didn’t have to mask it off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur margin is less, because we want to get it out there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf a Platypus costs too much, get a YWY. It rides 100 percent as well. It’ll last as long. Because it’s yellow, it’s even cheerier and less likely to be stolen. The overall vibe is that of an old cheap bike, but it is made to the same standards—design, structural, other—as all Rivendells. It is the best deal we’ve got—whether it’s your first Rivendell or your fifth, you’ll ride it a lot and never wish you were on anything else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHere's what's included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat treated Nitto Albatross bars - 55cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitto stems - 60mm Tech Deluxe for the 45 and 49cm frames and 80mm Tallux for the 53 and 57cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver bar end shifters - these allow more of a grip in front of the brake levers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e38\/28 Silver3 cranks. 167mm for 45 and 49cm, and 170mm for the 53 and 57cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunrace 9 speed 11-36t cassette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkeleton key front derailer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOM-1 rear derailer. Both derailers are supremely functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRBW Silver hubs - regular cartridge bearing hubs. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlex DM21 rims. We ordered them without any branding except for a small sticker at the seam. The wheels are built by St. Jump, the best wheelbuilders in Taiwan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKenda Kwick Drumlin tires - 650b x 50mm for the 45cm and 700c x 47mm for the 49, 53, and 57cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e837AL Tektro V-brakes. Mark prefers these over some fancier models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTekro RS360 levers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFSA Duron headset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano cartridge BB - 113mm length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitto S65 posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo pedals, no grips, and no saddle included, but we sell some great options if you don't already have some you like.\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\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1403\/7343\/files\/RBW_Bicycle_Geometry_-_June_2026.pdf?v=1782510905\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJune 2026 geometry here\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese preassembled complete bikes require a mechanic for the final assembly. If you're taking it to a bike shop, or you're confident you can do it yourself (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rivbike.mom\/products\/taiwan-complete-tune-up-labor-ship-it\"\u003ethe checklist is linked here\u003c\/a\u003e), pick the \"I'll arrange the final assembly\" option on the dropdown menu above and we'll ship your bike pronto. If you want us to go over the bike and get it all ready to go, pick one of the other two options. Note though, that we'll ship the DIY bikes first, so if you need it quickly, go that route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePBH ranges:\u003cbr\u003e45cm - 68 to 75 cm\u003cbr\u003e49cm - 73 to 81 cm\u003cbr\u003e53cm - 79 to 87 cm\u003cbr\u003e57cm - 82 to 92 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease be sure that you want the bike before adding it to the cart. Cancellations incur a 10% restocking fee, regardless of whether the bikes are here or not.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e---\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\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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