Pre-Order - Rivendell - Platypus - Frameset

Notes: 1. This is a pre-order. Framesets are expected to arrive end of September / early October. PreOrders are final, no return or refunds. 2. The available amounts are the preorderd amounts, so you can secure them. 3. Colorways: The Platypus will be available in two colors "Periwinkle" as seen on the product images and "Dark Gold". We do not have images of the Dark Gold Platypus yet but here you can see a Rivendell Susie Longbolts int the colorway to get an idea. *** From Rivendell: Each of our models is our favorite, but the Platypus is the most favorite. It’s perfect for road riding, loaded or unloaded touring, commuting, day rides, fitness-fast rides, shopping, or therapy rides. It’s not a trail bike, but a reasonable rider with half-decent judgment and skill can ride it on fire trails. The recommended max tire is 50mm, and that's a true 50mm tire. James has some knobby Continentals on his that are labeled 2.2; they fit fine, but they actually measure around 52mm. It’s common for “form follows function” to be an excuse to tolerate practical bicycles that are borderline ugly. The Platypus isn’t like that. You don’t have to find beauty in its usefulness and comfort, or put up with its dysfunction just because it’s pretty. It’s good all around, and it stands out wherever you go and however you use it. Relevant specs: 135mm rear wheel spacing 27.2mm seatpost 28.6 FD clamp 68mm BSA BB shell V-brake mounts June 2026 geometry here A 113mm bottom bracket and FSA Duron headset is included in the frame price. Manufacturer Information Rivendell Bicycle Works 2040 N. Main St. #19 Walnut Creek, CA 94596