I just dropped some dime on an Independent Fabrication steel track frame. I did the fitting at my local bike shop. The measurements have been sent to IF so that they can get started building me a custom frame. I’ll be riding this at the Superdrome. No brakes, no gears, just pure ass-hauling through the 44 degree banks.
I’m thinking about a shark grey pearl fade to platinum for the color scheme. I thought about a ruby red to platinum fade, but I already have several red bikes; time for a change. The shark grey pearl has strong hints of blue in it. I think a fade from that to platinum will look pretty spiff.
I haven’t decided on the components yet. I typically ride Dura drivetrains, but I might change that up too. The shop is going to put together some different kits for me to consider.
Independent Fabrication is becoming very popular with local riders. A lot of the bike shop employees are getting IFs. One guy has a gorgeous cyclocross frame with a purple paint job featuring very subtle “ghost” flames. You don’t notice them at first, but then the light hits them and the flames spark.
Pretty cool that you’re a rider. Ever try any mountain biking? I’m just trying to get into it myself. Don’t know much about what brands are the best, etc yet though.
IF makes some of the best bikes in the industry… craftsmanship is top notch.
Enjoy the new ride, it looks great!
nice bike! i’m a singlespeed and fixed-gear Surly rider, myself. one of these days i’ll have the money for a IF.
-chad
Enjoy the new ride, it looks great!