ISO: rivendell clem smith jr L 59cm

[Turmoil Toybox]

(old 52cm set up)

hello everyone, 

i’m looking for a rivendell clem smith jr L 59cm frameset or ideally a complete (any color!). i’m in nyc and willing to pay for shipping or if someone local would let me test ride a 59cm. that would really help figure out sizing for me. i’ve had a 52cm, but always felt a bit cramped even after adjusting handlebars, stem length, set back seatposts. i’m 5’9” pbh 86cm, i have a ahh and appaloosa in 55cm, but love how dynamic the clem is for everyday use, especially in newyork city. 

anyways, i know these bikes are more rare to find, but i figured ill start with this community. 

best, rafael

[Emily Guise]

Hi Rafael, I have a 2018 gray 59cm Clem Smith Jr that I've been thinking about letting go of as I just don't ride it much since I got a Platypus several years ago. I'd be happy to sell it as a complete with the accessories depending on what you're interested in. I'm 5'9" with an 89 PBH and the 59 has fit me well and never felt cramped.

It's mostly original and has had regular tune-ups. I upgraded the shifters to Silver brand, the tires to Schwalbe G-Ones, the kickstand to a Pletscher double-leg, and added fenders and a dynamo lighting set up, plus racks and basket. I'm in Portland, OR and could look into shipping costs. I'm thinking around $1500 + shipping would be fair, depending on accessories included. 

If you're interested, please DM me off-list, thanks! 

Emily

[Turmoil Toybox]

hello emily,

beautiful bike! i just wrote you off list. thank you, rafael 

[Armand Kizirian]

FYI I just visited Rivendell last week and Will mentioned the next Clem batch will have a 55.5cm size to fill the gap.