Quote Originally Posted by Kathi View Post
So I wonder if Rivendell stayed with the shorter tt, slacker seat tube for a reason or if the design worked for them and they never changed it?
Not sure if this answers or not, but:
Rivendell has always favored a more "relaxed" geometry for several reasons. Mainly, they believe thier bikes should be comfortable to ride for long distances. So to attain that goal...they makes their bikes with a slightly more long-low geometry than typical road bikes, because they feel that is a more comfortable ride for long happy hours in the saddle. They like the handlebars to be about the same height as the seat, for a less bent over rider position. In their belief that one should be able to ride on rough roads as well as smooth, and touring through bad weather if necessary, they build in clearance to be able to put fenders and/or fat tires --up to about 38mm wide.