Wanted Fillet brazed Ritchey bike or frame 🙏

[JoniSteiner]

Hiya, I'm looking for a fillet brazed Ritchey frame or full bike, ideally made by Tom. I guess this will mean an 80s bike!? I am just keen on a hand-made frame Preference for original paint and bullmoose bar - but I'm being deliberately open-minded to see what is out there so happy to consider all options. I ride 17.5 / 18 inch (Marin sizes!) usually so not exactly sure on sizing - will probably consider anything small-medium. I'm in London, UK but would pay reasonable shipping from wherever. Many thanks, Joni

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[Cayla]

Hi!
I've got a Ritchey P 22, original and in great condition, is that something you would be interested in?

Best regards
Carina

 

[JoniSteiner]

Hi Carina, thank you very much for your message.
Since my post above I have sourced a frame - an '84 Team Comp - but I would still be interested to know more about your P-22, including the frame size and how much you are thinking . Oh, and as I'm in London it would also be useful to know roughly where you're based, as shipping seems pretty expensive these days!
Thanks again, Joni

 

[Cayla]

Hi Carina, thank you very much for your message.
Since my post above I have sourced a frame - an '84 Team Comp - but I would still be interested to know more about your P-22, including the frame size and how much you are thinking . Oh, and as I'm in London it would also be useful to know roughly where you're based, as shipping seems pretty expensive these days!
Thanks again, Joni

Hi Joni!
Since I last wrote I decided to keep it, it is of course not easy to part with.
But due to circumstances in life I have to think wisely, even though it hurts.

It is 17.5", would that suit you? I have to think about the price, but maybe you already have some thoughts about it?
I live in Sweden.

Best regards
Carina

 

[JoniSteiner]

Hej Carina!

I spent quite some time in the south of Sweden some years ago - I loved it

I think the frame is about the right size for me - I was looking for a smaller rather than larger frame. I'm not sure how Ritchey's ride / how they fit etc but I have a Marin from the early 90s that is 17.5 inch and fits me well. Having said all this ... I think you should keep it if you can (I'm also pretty sure I can't afford another Ritchey now I have one on the way...)

Just realised it's the bike in your profile image - it looks lovely!

Hope you have a great weekend,

Best,
Joni