Rivet ti Build Thread
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Was urged to create my own thread so here goes.
DSC_7216 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
DSC_7228 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
DSC_7237 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
DSC_7248 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
Build as follows:
- Custom Geometry Titanium Frame
- Praxis Bottom Bracket (PF30 to 24mm)
- 3t ARX Stem (110mm to 120mm depending on how I feel)
- 3t Funda Fork
- Specialized Aerofly Bars (40cm)
- 3t Ionic Stealth Post
- Lizard Skin Tape
- Duraace 9000 Groupset
- Alligator iLink Shift and Brake Kit - Gold
- KMC 11 Speed Gold Chain
- Bontrager RXL Cages
- Roval CLX40 Wheels
- Continental GP4000 Tyres
Rivet is a local Australian brand run by a guy called Anthony out of Velofix, Rozelle. The great thing about this relationship is that Anthony at Velofix is a respected Specialized BG bike fitter who can take your specific data and custom design a frame around that data. He also has a wealth of racing and riding experience to draw upon.
This is actually my second Rivet frame. Since I had my last frame designed I lost about 20 kilos and did a bunch of core work, so I craved something a little more aggressive.
The frame was designed around racing, so very stiff with tight geometry. Having said that it's very easy to live with and I find myself riding it almost every other day when I'm not racing. When I ride it I feel like I'm riding a bmx.
The PF30 bottom bracket will eventually be tapped for a T47 Ceramic Bottom Bracket that I have on order.
Total Weight for the build pictured is 7.5 kilos. I am not sure how much the custom purple flip paint to the bars, stem, and forks adds.
I have since fitted Roval CL64 wheels. They are a little heavier than the CLX40s but hold speed better. In addition, they are outrageously wide, and with the turbo 24mm tyres fitted they handle brilliantly.
Over time I might mix up and change a few bits and pieces, but for now I am enjoying the ride
DSC_7216 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
DSC_7228 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
DSC_7237 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
DSC_7248 by Donny Dino, on Flickr
Build as follows:
- Custom Geometry Titanium Frame
- Praxis Bottom Bracket (PF30 to 24mm)
- 3t ARX Stem (110mm to 120mm depending on how I feel)
- 3t Funda Fork
- Specialized Aerofly Bars (40cm)
- 3t Ionic Stealth Post
- Lizard Skin Tape
- Duraace 9000 Groupset
- Alligator iLink Shift and Brake Kit - Gold
- KMC 11 Speed Gold Chain
- Bontrager RXL Cages
- Roval CLX40 Wheels
- Continental GP4000 Tyres
Rivet is a local Australian brand run by a guy called Anthony out of Velofix, Rozelle. The great thing about this relationship is that Anthony at Velofix is a respected Specialized BG bike fitter who can take your specific data and custom design a frame around that data. He also has a wealth of racing and riding experience to draw upon.
This is actually my second Rivet frame. Since I had my last frame designed I lost about 20 kilos and did a bunch of core work, so I craved something a little more aggressive.
The frame was designed around racing, so very stiff with tight geometry. Having said that it's very easy to live with and I find myself riding it almost every other day when I'm not racing. When I ride it I feel like I'm riding a bmx.
The PF30 bottom bracket will eventually be tapped for a T47 Ceramic Bottom Bracket that I have on order.
Total Weight for the build pictured is 7.5 kilos. I am not sure how much the custom purple flip paint to the bars, stem, and forks adds.
I have since fitted Roval CL64 wheels. They are a little heavier than the CLX40s but hold speed better. In addition, they are outrageously wide, and with the turbo 24mm tyres fitted they handle brilliantly.
Over time I might mix up and change a few bits and pieces, but for now I am enjoying the ride
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Very pretty front end!
Catches the eyes - well done on the purple....
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My $2k 12lb build Adventure!
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Looks great! Gold cables etc usually look a bit naff but they work great here
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Perfect ride !
@thedonnydino: do you know the regular price of the frame ? There is nothing on the website.
@thedonnydino: do you know the regular price of the frame ? There is nothing on the website.
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sanandreas wrote:Perfect ride !
@thedonnydino: do you know the regular price of the frame ? There is nothing on the website.
Pricing here: http://www.rivetbikes.com.au/#!pricing/zgn26
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dwn2sk8 wrote:Very nice. What saddle is that?
It is the specialized power saddle. Really love it.
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Very well put together. As others have said, that front end is pretty. I've been curious how purple would go with titanium.
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Juanmoretime wrote:Very well done. The colors don't work for me but its not my bike. A painted ARX LTD would look great on your bike too.
If I did it again I would have gone for a complete ENVE front end - if only for the integration.
Trying to find a garmin mount, for instance was a real pain in the back end.
The specialized stems are a little thinner, and would have given me more real estate, but they are so skinny :/