Want to see my new purple Platypus?

[meti...@gmail.com]

Some of you know that I missed out on getting a 50cm Playpus at the time of Rivendell’s online scramble…in which they sold out in a flash. But my disappointment turned immediately into a fun adventure with Cycle CL out of Montreal in Canada…I cannot recommend these folks at Cycle CL highly enough…

My purple Platypus should arrive at my home today— my local bike shop will reassemble it, and I hope to ride my purple beauty for the first time this weekend. 

For those of you who want to see what Cycle CL and I pulled together…here’’s a link to it with descriptions  on their website. https://www.clcycle.ca/en/blogs/montages-recents/lizs-purple-platypus/#comment-24253

Thanks so much to all who encouraged me! And, to Leah, our queen, thank you for my Platy pin! It’ll be my first addition. 

Liz in Cincinnati

[Doug H.]

Wow, Liz! That is a beauty! I like everything about the build. From the Altus RD to the beautiful crankset and the fenders. I'll be curious to know how the ride compares to your Toyo Atlantis. I wish you many happy miles.

Doug

Athens, GA

[meti...@gmail.com]

Thank you, Doug! I’m on pins and needles to experience the ride…it’ll be hard to beat my trusty Atlantis, but I’m looking forward to a new feel and a new look. :) 

[Ryan]

That is a beauty! Glad you got what you wanted. They did a stellar job on the build. Enjoy!

[Johnny Alien]

100% classy build. Love it!

[DavidP]

What a great build - I love the blend of fancy and functional. CR18s are my go to for an economical roadish/all-rounder rim (great for tires between 35mm and 2"). Looking forward to seeing some ride reports and photos!

-Dave

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[Shoji Takahashi]

Beautiful build, Liz! I love how the purple pops in the photos against the silver bits. I'll have to check out the S!lver hubs and CR18s. Brevets seem to have disappeared...

Careful with curb hopping with the low front fender. I had a low front fender like that for my AHH and needed to move it up a bit (and added a fender flap). 

Tailwinds,

shoji

Arlington MA

[Sally Bidleman]

Liz,

What a wonderful, beautiful bike; thanks so much for sharing! 

Those pristine pictures reminded me I'd better find some bike shampoo and re-fender my much-less-shiny but equally loved 50 cm PP ha!

Have loads of fun!

Sally

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[Liz Tilton]

Thanks for your kind replies, friends…but there won’t be any curb hopping at this stage of the game. If I tried that, the least thing to worry about is a bumper. :) 

And, Sally, I’d love to see your Platy! Honestly, I love admiring what you all do with your bikes. 

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[Armand Kizirian]

A perfect forever bike! Enjoy the rides, they have done a stellar job. Do chime in with how you feel it's different than your Atlantis!

[Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!]

Liz!!! I’m so elated for you! Oh please oh please get it put together tonight! I’ve me the guys from C&L at the Philly Bike Expo and they are gems. They really built you a beautiful Platypus and wrote an equally nice blog post about it. Love this. More!

L

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[thalasin]

What a beautiful build! This is giving me some serious Platy envy.

Congrats and enjoy this dreamy bike!

Tracy

[Patch T]

wowie!

[RichS]

Liz, that's a thoughtful and stunningly beautiful build. Congratulations! You'll get compliments every time you ride.

Best,

Rich in ATL

[Pete P]

Liz,

that is a thing of beauty. Love that Ana purple. I hope by now you've got a kickstand!

I too have a Toyo Atlantis. The Platy has a good design. That lug that ties the seat tube and

the curvy top tube is super neat.

Pete in MPLS where it is getting colder...

[meti...@gmail.com]

Y’all…I’ve just taken my first ride on my new Platypus…I could have ridden for hours. I knew at the first pedal stroke that this bike fits me better and rides better than any bike I’ve ever owned…it’s just so EASY. AND I AM HEAD OVER HEELS FOR IT. I’m so lucky to have it. :)

[Leah Peterson]

Another satisfied Platypus rider! SEE THIS IS WHAT I ALWAYS SAY about the Rivendell Platypus. It’s just really that good, and until one tries it, one can’t understand it.

More photos! More posts, Liz!!!

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Y’all…I’ve just taken my first ride on my new Platypus…I could have ridden for hours. I knew at the first pedal stroke that this bike fits me better and rides better than any bike I’ve ever owned…it’s just so EASY. AND I AM HEAD OVER HEELS FOR IT. I’m so lucky to have it. :)

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[Jason Fuller]

I admired this bike when CL posted it, such a stunning build!  And I agree, the folks at CL Cycles are truly great.  Even though I'm on the far end of the country they're my favourite Canadian shop. I hope to pay them a visit next year!  The front fender positioning stresses me out a little bit, being that low to the ground, but I must note that I ride off curbs, on trails etc. I presume you are much more careful than I am in that regard. 

I want my own Platypus, dang it.