>"Aaron" <
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>> I like the idea of Rivendells but can't afford the price. Are there
>> other vintage or current production frames that have similar geometry?
"bfd" <
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>Since Riv's geometry is based on the 80s Japanese sports-touring bike,
>arguably one of the cheapest ways to fine something "similar" to a Riv is to
>find a nice lugged steel frame from that era. Tons were sold, so something
>in your size should be available relatively cheaply.
Bingo. While the Rivendell Rambullet frames sure look great, I think
their biggest appeal is marketing and filling a niche that has been
largely ignored since the 80s. Check out specs of the so-called sport
bikes put out by Trek, Fuji, Univega, Bridgestone and others.
Google for the Classic Rendezvous site.
Deals exist. I was able to pick up a '82 vintage Trek for under $100.
I've probably put another $100 into it getting it going again but very
servicable.
-- Dave
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"It is impossible, or not easy, to do noble acts
without the proper equipment."
Aristotle, <<Politics>>, 1323a-b, trans Jowett
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