Of all the bikes offered by Rivendell Bicycle Works, the Appaloosa is the perfect all-rounder. A timeless everyday classic that will ride for a long time and more. It is a frame that will appeal to both tourers and Sunday commuters alike.
As Riv's great mind, Grant, puts it so well: "I don't think a better-riding bike is possible. I know I can't design one. […] It is impossible not to like this bicycle".
Cantilever or V brakes (but it works better with V-brakes)
Frameset only, all Riv builds will be custom
** Each frame includes a FSA Duron X headset and a Kalloy seat post (26.8) **Contact us if you have special requests for parts other than those included or for a complete build.
Bassi frames ship for flat rates in Canada, the US, and Europe. Please contact us for a quote in other regions.
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Assembly tips
Some frames, such as Bassis, have an anti-rust E.D. coating covering inside and outside surfaces. This very thin coating is slick and hard - if your seatpost is very smoothly polished (like a Bassi or Nitto) there can be some slippage. You can add some carbon grip paste (available at all bike shops) or rough up the texture inside the seat tube with a hone or some fine sandpaper. You don't need to get down to the metal, just add some texture to the coating!
Modern frame manufacturers have excellent quality control, and great tooling to face and ream the head tube and bottom bracket, but some paint overspray can occur after fabrication. Consider adding the frame preparation labour add-on to ensure all the frame bearings are coplanar and coaxial, ensuring long service life.
Joe Appaloosa Allroad Tourer Frame
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