This frame has a new option I’m offering. The rear triangle is stainless. That will allow us to keep the stays unpainted giving the frame a really cool traditional look. I’ll post the full build once it’s back from paint.

Built with Hank James stainless lugs. Foco tubing with polished ss lugs and chainstay. Rides like a dream- so much better than the high end Italian aluminum bike it replaces. Great job, Carl!

The result was polar. Carl delivered in every aspect of the process, and as a consumer I’ve never had a more positive experience. Carl has built me 2 frames now and 3rd for my wife. Not only is Carl an extremely talented builder, but Carl “gets it” and is a great guy to boot. I […]

Hi Carl, The bike came out exactly as I’d hoped. The frame is beautiful, and the fit is dead-on. The XCr is impressive–the build comes in at 18lbs on the nose (in the garage door photos, without the frame pump), which is great for steel frame & fork. I’ve put a couple hundred miles on […]