The Platypus, in few ways, is the most all-around useful, comfortable and democratic bike that Rivendell Bicycle Works has to offer. Over the next 30 years of your life, it is the bike that is most likely to carry you anywhere, anytime.
It's a country bike like the Sam Hillborne or the A. Homer Hillsen. But most people don't know what it is exactly so to kowtow to categorization here we go: Road tourer. All-Road. Gravel Grinder.
Everything that makes it a great touring bike also makes it a great commuter, camper, or all-rounder.
The Platypus like most Rivendell bicycles are/have:
Tough steel frame
Comfortable seating
Rack Mounts in the right place
Fender Mounts in the right place
Room for big tires 2.2" (up to 48mm fendered)
Wiggle room for those big tires
SPECS
Three available sizes:
PBH's are lightly flexible because of the step-through
The use of cantilever brakes is also possible by using cable hangers (not included).
The chainstays are a hair longer on the 50 and 55cm.
** 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 a complete build.
Bassi frames ship for flat rates in Canada, the US, and Europe. Please contact us for a quote in other regions.
