I've already decided that if I get a Rivendell, Heron, or a "modernly built of classic design" bike, I'm posting it here- I believe the majority of posters here appreciate those "classic" characteristics.

Awesome bike. I'd get one if I didn't have 3-4 other bikes that do most of what that bike does. I also think it's ok to post Rivendell and other classic modern bikes here (especially if they have quill stems), but I'm a Riv/Bridgestone guy.

I thought it looked a bit too much with those chain stays and also wondered who exactly it was for until I rode one locally and I was totally sold, especially for big guys. Have fun!

I attribute a lot of the ride that I like to the outrageously long chainstays on my Trek 620 and 720.

I can only imagine that the Clem has a lot of the same properties.

I really like this bike! It looks very well thought out with the triple crankset for steep climbs, and the green is a great color! Nice job!

Yeah, it was longer than a standard chain, by quite a few links. I bought some 9spd KMC chain by the foot from a recumbent place. I ended up having to use two masterlinks anyway, as I changed my mind about chain length after the first test ride. Big/small with vertical jockey wheels method shifted better than Big/big + one link.

Yeah, it's almost like suspension. Very smooth and stable ride. Climbs well even with the long chainstays, and the geometry seems to help traction. It'll be interesting to see how it does loaded for a camping trip.

Thanks for all the positive comments everyone.

I am jealous. My wife and I thought seriously about buying a matching set for commuting but she ended up getting a job a bit too far away for her to commute right now. It is on hold for now but we might get back to it. Enjoy!