Are Rivendell bikes worth it?
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Are Rivendell bikes worth it?
Rivendell bikes are expensive but well worth their price for certain types of riders. They are excellent if you appreciate steel frames and more traditional components, but don’t race or ride aggressively off-road.
Can you tour on a surly straggler?
My answer is yes! Like Surly says: it’s a weekender, a day tripper, a cyclocrosser, a commuter, a touring bike — it’s whatever you want. I personally think this bike is a bit of everything except “Race”. The build itself is mostly built out of SRAM parts.
Where are Rivendell bikes made?
Rivendell Bicycle Works is a producer of lugged steel bicycle frames, located in Walnut Creek, California, United States. Rivendell frames, both custom and stock bicycles are designed in the U.S. by Grant Petersen. Bicycles are manufactured in the United States, Japan, and Taiwan.
How much does a Rivendell bike cost?
$3,600 to $4,500
Rivendell’s current frames the frame and fork combos for the Longboard Atlanti, Appaloosas, Hillbornes and Platypi listed below are sub $1,500 depending on model and we can build you up a complete bike similar to what you see in the pics in the $3,600 to $4,500 range.
How big is Rivendell Atlantis?
| Frame Size | Wheel Size | Seat Tube |
|---|---|---|
| 53cm Contact Rivendell to order. | 559 mm / 26″ | 72.5 deg. |
| 54.5cm Contact Rivendell to order. | 559 mm / 26″ | 72 deg. |
| 56cm Contact Rivendell to order. | 559 mm / 26″ | 72 deg. |
| 58cm Contact Rivendell to order. | 622 mm / 700c | 72 deg. |
How much does the surly straggler weight?
26.5lb
It weighed in at 11.9kg/26.5lb without pedals. That’s pretty close to the weight of a rigid forked mountain bike at around this price but not as capable as a mountain bike on really demanding terrain. The Straggler’s obvious rough roads and trails bias makes that comparison inevitable.
Where are Gunnar bikes made?
Waterford, WI
Gunnar Bikes, located in Waterford, WI, has been in operation since 1998. A subsidiary of the historic Waterford Precision Cycles, Gunnar has proven that TIG welded steel is, in fact, real.
How much do Rivendell bikes weigh?
A Nitto stem, handlebar and seatpost came from the Rivendell catalog. With a Brooks B17 saddle and Shimano SPD pedals, the complete bike weighs 23.8 pounds. Rivendell’s Grant Petersen advocates larger-than-normal frames so the handlebar can be raised to saddle level or above.
How much does the Surly straggler weight?
How many gears is surly straggler?
2020 Surly Straggler
| RRP | US$1,650 (about $2,292) |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 650b / 700c |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Apex |
| Brakes | Mechanical Disc |
Are Gunnar bikes good?
The best thing about Gunnar frames is how they feel on the road. The custom tubing, and classic design, result in a frame that’s responsive and lively, but also decadently smooth. This feeling is something quite unique to high quality steel bikes.
How much does a Waterford bike cost?
between $2,500 and $8,500
Waterford bicycles are custom built for each individual. This makes for a higher price point (anywhere between $2,500 and $8,500), but the idea is to build a bike that, unlike a car at the same price point, will follow you through the rest of your life.
