I am considering two bikes: the Rivendell Cheviot (60cm) and the Pashley Aurora (22"). From a (mostly) purely frame builder standpoint, I am soliciting feedback. I am curious about handling, ride, robustness, and overall design decisions made. I am reading a book about bike building but am nowhere even close to having the eye of a pro.

CHEVIOT

Aurora | Ladies Classic Bike, All-Rounder & Great City Bike | Pashley

For background info: I am 5'10", 155lbs, 35" inseam, 57 years old, and want a women's bicycle that is versatile, fun to ride, and handles well. I have owned way too many bikes from road bikes to Dutch bikes, from Trek to Jamis to Workcycles; and I appreciate different aspects of all, and look to this bike to be the balance between them.