tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post7167751855616366915..comments2024-03-23T22:33:38.324-04:00Comments on anniebikes: Older Bikes vs. New - Pre-ordering a Rivendell Clementineanniebikeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-66728597306649607322016-06-15T12:57:36.901-04:002016-06-15T12:57:36.901-04:00Always an exciting time when you order a new bike ...Always an exciting time when you order a new bike and await that delivery day....<br />I wish you many happy miles on your upcoming new bike..TrevorW�� https://www.blogger.com/profile/13212954091289189979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-48069286187684962352016-06-13T13:53:07.350-04:002016-06-13T13:53:07.350-04:00All compass points steered me in this direction, a...<br />All compass points steered me in this direction, and yes, it has been a thoroughly researched decision. I think I would've been happy with similar European models, but since none of those are available here within a budgeted 1500. (ha, shipping overseas, or cost of airline ticket?-prohibitive!) when a beautiful Clementine is practically here on my doorstep, so-to-speak. anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-19118323484534603662016-06-13T12:35:49.826-04:002016-06-13T12:35:49.826-04:00Annie, I had a sneaky suspicion you had ordered a ...Annie, I had a sneaky suspicion you had ordered a Rivendell Clem. I'm looking forward to reading your assessment of this bike. Your anxiety over buying a bike sight unseen comes through loud and clear. I believe once you get the bike, you will find your choice was well thought out. You did your homework before the purchase. You knew what you wanted and narrowed down the the choices. You did everything you could short of a test ride. Buying from a bike designer like Grant P. should guarantee the bike will ride better than you imagined. I've bought 5 new bikes over the last 14 years sight unseen. All of them worked for me because I did the research, read up on the reviews, knew what I liked, and picked wisely. I'm confident you won't be disappointed. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-15621724560663124382016-06-13T07:51:20.144-04:002016-06-13T07:51:20.144-04:00When I purchased a city bike with upright handleba...When I purchased a city bike with upright handlebars, I modified the handlebars and lowered the stem some. Hills were then easier to climb as I had a more forward [aggressive] position.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-69107039692789819362016-06-12T21:50:01.742-04:002016-06-12T21:50:01.742-04:00You need to start working the face muscles Annie, ...You need to start working the face muscles Annie, when you ride your Clementine your gonna have a smile so big it might strain something...;-)RoadieRyanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15900109046198641775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-38179731812306520582016-06-12T20:53:55.610-04:002016-06-12T20:53:55.610-04:00I wish I had your mechanical expertise, but I'...I wish I had your mechanical expertise, but I'll muddle through and figure out the racks and fender set up. That's my first mission.anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-51614072980769667012016-06-12T20:52:27.152-04:002016-06-12T20:52:27.152-04:00Simon - so wonderful to have this confirmation fro...Simon - so wonderful to have this confirmation from a Clem owner!anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-40955402245737757632016-06-12T20:50:08.190-04:002016-06-12T20:50:08.190-04:00Ryan - I remember how gracious you said the folks ...Ryan - I remember how gracious you said the folks at Rivendell were as is my own experience on the phone with them. Timing is right to make this big leap - one that's left me with a little angst as I've never ordered a bike, sight unseen, but I'm confident this will all work out.anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-2919935751693737462016-06-12T19:01:18.766-04:002016-06-12T19:01:18.766-04:00Congrats Annie! I am bike Jealous. A new bike fro...Congrats Annie! I am bike Jealous. A new bike from Riv is on the bucket-list. I was fortunate to be in SF on business with a free afternoon back in 2010 and I took Bart out to Walnut creek. It was this vintage bike nerds dream; I got to ride a Sam and a San Marcos, drink espresso, eat dark chocolate and hob nob with Grant and Kevin. In short it was awesome as I am sure your Clem will be. BTW Velouria has posted her first piece on the Clem! Enjoy you cool new rideRoadieRyanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15900109046198641775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-9631503179701633032016-06-12T13:12:57.304-04:002016-06-12T13:12:57.304-04:00Beautiful bike. I'm sure it will serve you wel...Beautiful bike. I'm sure it will serve you well.Randyhttp://locojoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-73829355237458081972016-06-12T11:41:21.141-04:002016-06-12T11:41:21.141-04:00I purchased one of the first round of Clems, a 52c...I purchased one of the first round of Clems, a 52cm, with the stock build. I find it to be a wonderful bike. And if you don't like the handle bars, well, that's an easy fix. You will be very happy on your Clementine:)Simonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03940796676573456645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-35948681805912864702016-06-12T10:44:36.782-04:002016-06-12T10:44:36.782-04:00That's the plan Kendra! I know there will be a...That's the plan Kendra! I know there will be adjustments - I'm a bit nervous about trying completely new handle bars - but with time, I should be able to work it all out. I'm just excited to get an upright bike that fits my 5'8" height, one that I can tour on.anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-2143255766995517612016-06-12T10:40:10.012-04:002016-06-12T10:40:10.012-04:00That's exactly what I'm hoping!That's exactly what I'm hoping!anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-38997523394023722002016-06-12T10:39:48.749-04:002016-06-12T10:39:48.749-04:00I'm a little nervous, buying a bike sight unse...I'm a little nervous, buying a bike sight unseen, yet with tweaks I'm pretty sure it will become a wonderful ride.anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-66299346770675942562016-06-12T10:38:31.577-04:002016-06-12T10:38:31.577-04:00Leah - I followed your lengthy thread on Rivendell...Leah - I followed your lengthy thread on Rivendell Owners Google, a pleasure to read! It's comments like yours that instill confidence that buying an untested bike can have a positive outcome. anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-67253356862074608582016-06-11T08:51:47.673-04:002016-06-11T08:51:47.673-04:00Looks wonderful. I hope this is the bike to take y...Looks wonderful. I hope this is the bike to take you through the next 30 years! Kendrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18329731743529266746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-56105617459226037962016-06-10T22:37:51.894-04:002016-06-10T22:37:51.894-04:00Exciting Annie! I think you made a very wise choic...Exciting Annie! I think you made a very wise choice- your investment will pay off in the long run. Chris Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03206266021301909754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-9210160018265312832016-06-10T16:43:04.534-04:002016-06-10T16:43:04.534-04:00The Clementine looks so lovely, I WISH we could ge...The Clementine looks so lovely, I WISH we could get Rivendells here in Aus. Looking forward to reading about what you do with your bike. Accordion3https://www.blogger.com/profile/03213639751513402110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-3538853686618234772016-06-10T13:01:46.388-04:002016-06-10T13:01:46.388-04:00Leah P.June 10, 2016 at 11:51 AM
Hi, Annie! You d...Leah P.June 10, 2016 at 11:51 AM<br /><br />Hi, Annie! You don't know me, but I read your blog from time to time. I was in the market for a Rivendell Betty Foy in 2012 and stumbled into your blog via Google search. I enjoy your writing and check in from time to time. I am SO excited to read that you ordered a Clementine!<br /><br />I ended up buying my Rivendell sight unseen and never test ridden. It has been the best thing I've ever purchased and I love that bike madly. I feel as if someone made it just for me, and I am not in the least exaggerating. I had a long history (since childhood) of Target and Walmart Schwinns, and once, managed to get hold of a Craigslist Trek for a couple of months. So, investing in a Rivendell was a lot of money and risk for me. It has paid off in spades! I have been ruined for riding any other bike, "ever since" 2012, as Grant would say. This year, my husband needed a new bike. He was riding a ridiculous Scwinn from Target - I'm attaching the link to the RBW Owner's Bunch conversation so you can see just how ridiculous his bike had become, in case you wonder:<br />https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/tfnXbvsrBSQ<br /><br />Anyway, I managed to get him to consider the new Clem that had just been released by Rivendell. He was finally sold when he pictured us riding our "matching" bikes together. When his mother saw (via Facebook) how much enjoyment he was getting, she called me up with her Visa number and insisted I order a Clementine for her! Rivendell had nothing left, but we scored bikes from John at Rivelo. We have all been so happy with our Riv bikes. I can barely stand waiting to hear about yours. Oh, do hurry and write a post when it arrives!!!<br /><br />This month, we're driving across the country to his mother's and bringing our bikes. I can't wait to photograph those three Rivendells together. You will be so happy you ordered this bike. I wish you many happy miles! You have not bought a bike in 30 years, as you say, and you are a dedicated commuter - you DESERVE A RIVENDELL!!!anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-35956185774504739682016-06-10T08:50:40.382-04:002016-06-10T08:50:40.382-04:00Thanks to people like you, who speak highly of the...Thanks to people like you, who speak highly of their products, I thought it would be worth a shot. On paper, the Clem has everything I want.anniebikeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737989268380822651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3050916568736413860.post-57639193521439200342016-06-09T22:49:25.815-04:002016-06-09T22:49:25.815-04:00I was thinking maybe you had taken the Clem plunge...I was thinking maybe you had taken the Clem plunge. I thought it would be a good match for you, and hope you enjoy it. I'm looking forward to seeing it carry you and your creature comforts across the landscape.Ponderohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16042079750126434523noreply@blogger.com