Custom queue

[Eric]

Saw the post on the blug about the $200 off the price of a custom and it's tempting! Anyone throwing down?

[Ryan Fleming]

gee maybe mine is on its way then :)

[Abcyclehank]

Ryan,
What size and style custom do you have on the way?

A different Ryan
West Michigan

[Ryan Fleming]

Mixte  burgundy metallic - 650B wheels to be built up at Riv HQ...Rich wheels with WI hubs - deore XT drivetrain , choco normal bars Brooks Select...I'm blinging it out a bit..I jokingly emailed Riv and said...huh...I'm not in the queue but Grant emailed me back and said yes, being built...will be on its way to paint...etc...not that I was worried...not my first time at the rodeo...Riv a pleasure to work with as always.I told them they should post pictures to advertise their beautiful work

Now getting it up to Canada will be a bit spendy w PST/GST and shipping, but I've paid for the bike at least

[Joe Bernard]

I'd love to have a custom if I could ever convince myself Rivendell doesn't already make what I need in my size. My current CLEM and Appaloosa tell me that ain't happening ;)

[Ryan Fleming]

and both are really nice...this is a pre-retirement present for myself

[Abcyclehank]

Ryan,
I am tempted to go for a custom mixte also. But at 6'7" 240 not sure if Grant would go giant for me. Already looking at a jumbo/now large tandem or 2 (genetically large grown adult children also)here in July.
Just so many options for a custom and only a one time option for me. Always said for a retirement gift to self then I took an early retirement a week ago. What to do, what to do.

Ryan Hankinson
West Michigan

[Deacon Patrick]

One way to find out, Ryan! Give Grant a call. Grin.

With abandon,

Patrick

[Joe Bernard]

And a most excellent gift indeed. I can't wait to see it!

[grrlyrida]

I rode my pink custom mixte from Silverlake to Eagle Rock, here in LA, and got so many compliments and smiles as I rode by Traders and my company's mailbox store. I have the same set up with 650 B's. I remember when Riv posted the pics on Instagram the painter said, "I hope she likes the color!" It's a bright pink and I and folks who see me seem to like it too. Only one honk today. It's the power of the custom mixte!

[Tim Wood]

Nice Ryan! Maybe this will ease the sting a bit - there's no PST on bikes, only GST.

Tim in Vancouver

[RichS]

Ryan,

Congratulations on your upcoming Riv custom and retirement! I just retired but have two Rivs. Not sure I could convince my wife I need a "retirement Riv".

Anyway, your new mixte sounds like a beauty. In recent months I have pondered a mixte since there will come a time in the not too distant future when it may be difficult to swing my leg over a 2 degree sloping top tube.

So I'm curious what inspired you to go the custom route instead of a stock Cheviot? Looking forward to seeing pics.

Thanks and best wishes for grand adventures on your new ride!

Richard

[Ryan Fleming]

well...I have a 1997 Riv-allrounder which I really like a lot, and a 2001 Riv road custom which I also really like a lot...I love the classic riv decals and I wanted something really special where I had  a little more input. I know the customs are a bit spendy , but worth every penny

[R Shannon]

Thanks Ryan. I do agree, the Riv custom look is quite seductive. Quite the stable of terrific and versatile rides you'll have!

Best,

Richard

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[Abcyclehank]

Has anyone jumped in line. If so what specific builds are you considering?

Ryan
West Michigan

[Esteban]

I have a '99 Joe/Joe Road Custom that fits a 32 max tire. Its sublime. If I were to jump on a custom these days, as discussed with some pals this weekend, I'd get Legolas geometry and tubing but with 650B and capacity for 48mm tires, ie. "road plus" <groan>

Esteban 

San Diego, Calif.

[cyclotourist]

I want one of what he's having!

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[Abcyclehank]

David & Esteban,
For each of you a Legolas like custom would be perfect. I thought Grant stated a semi-custom Leg is a possibility if you order from the non-published menu. However your 48mm tires and 650B wheels might not fly for less that full custom price.
Myself being vertically blessed, but height and weight restricted on bikes- Legolas tubing is out for me. 6'6.5" 240lbs.
Currently have a 68cm Atlantis, 64cm Bombadil, and 68cm Quickbeam. Really everything I could ever ask for yet I am continuously tempted by custom possibilities.
Any suggestions?

Ryan Hankinson
West Michigan

[iamkeith]

You are clearly missing and needing a "long" bike, but the new XL Clem will get you that, without going custom.

[Abcyclehank]

I have seriously considered that! I might just go with a 65cm Mustard Clem and a Large tandem. The Clem could always go to my future son in law if he proves worthy enough.

Ryan
West Michigan

[cyclotourist]

H^3 tandem is mighty tempting, isn't it!

[Ryan Fleming]

Well...I hope someone gets in line, because in my experience, a Riv custom is a worthy investment providing a Riv is your style, and I think you do have lots of choices and the Riv folks are fun to work with...I 

 However, it's good for Riv that their production bikes seem to be selling briskly...who knows, all the raves about those clems may have me buying  a clementine  one of these days as a utility bike with baskets  and ...who knows ...albatross or bosco bars. I can see that they're very practical bikes