Post by: mtnbkr on February 15, 2007, 10:39:02 AM
http://www.velo-orange.com/
http://www.rivbike.com/
http://peterwhitecycles.com
Prices are kinda high, but a lot of what they sell on their sites isn't easily available. Much of it is geared towards retro cyclists, tourers, etc.
Chris
Post by: Cosmoline on February 15, 2007, 12:46:10 PM
I've heard mixed things about Rivendell. The criticism is mostly that they're hugely overpriced and you can get the same thing for a lot less. But they do make a beautiful bike.
Post by: mtnbkr on February 15, 2007, 12:57:24 PM
I've heard the same about Rivendell. I think a lot of it is based on the visceral hate many technogeek bikers have of Grant Peterson, the original retro-grouch. I was an active mountain biker and consumer of bike magazines when Bridgestone imploded in the US. I remember clearly his struggles with Shimano while building bikes that were based on solid technology and not fads, etc. I like the fact that he actually stresses RIDING your bike and not "compenting", or "fitness", or "extreme sports".
Some of their stuff is overpriced, some isn't. The bikes are the most overpriced part of the company, but they are nice bikes. You're not going to find a new production lugged steel frame for much less than a grand, certainly not one as nice as the Rivs.
Chris
Post by: Headless Thompson Gunner on February 15, 2007, 01:20:34 PM
I dig the Rivendell folks. Their philosophy agrees with mine. You don't need the latest uber-hightech gizmos to enjoy riding a bike. Racing gear is best left for the racers.
Their stuff is definitely expensive, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's overpriced. Lots of their stuff is carefully handmade by folks who really understand and care about what they're doing. Obviously it's going to be more expensive than gear that's designed around a price point and mass produced in a third-world sweatshop/factory. Some of the stuff Riv sells can't be had anywhere else for any price, which makes it a darned good deal if it's something you really want or need.
Post by: mtnbkr on February 15, 2007, 02:55:08 PM
Chris
Post by: Cosmoline on February 15, 2007, 03:37:04 PM
Post by: Jamisjockey on February 16, 2007, 02:35:19 AM
And here I am thinking of getting another fad bike this year....
Post by: mtnbkr on February 16, 2007, 05:58:44 AM
Chris
Post by: Jamisjockey on February 16, 2007, 08:47:00 AM
Monocoque CF all the way for me......
Post by: mtnbkr on February 16, 2007, 09:12:50 AM
Chris
Post by: mtnbkr on February 17, 2007, 04:51:33 PM
Chris