IF Crown Jewel - Perfection?

[Exonerv]

I keep finding myself going back to this IF Crown Jewel build.

There's a balance about this thing that just seems sooo right...
http://bikeshowcase.org/post/82386125548/independent-fabrication-steel-crown-jewel

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[bluesea]

Groovy frame color, and a workmanlike component set, without color bling. What's not to like? :D

[rhump]

Not trying to break any forum rules, but if you ride a 56cm I might be selling a similar frameset in a few weeks. I love the bike but I picked up a Kish titanium that should be back from a refinish shortly. I've always wanted a titanium bike and I've already got too many that I don't ride enough. Here it is built up.

Rob

http://i661.photobucket.com/albums/uu337/rhump/IFSCJ_zpsb91ed59d.jpg (http://s661.photobucket.com/user/rhump/media/IFSCJ_zpsb91ed59d.jpg.html)

[tiretrax]

Beautiful bikes

[kramnnim]

Not trying to break any forum rules, but if you ride a 56cm I might be selling a similar frameset in a few weeks. I love the bike but I picked up a Kish titanium that should be back from a refinish shortly. I've always wanted a titanium bike and I've already got too many that I don't ride enough. Here it is built up.


The OP's size, color, and local...you've got to go for it!

[phcollard]

The OP's size, color, and local...you've got to go for it!

Indeed! That is more than coincidence here. This IF had to cross your path one day!

Superb. I would have a very hard time resist this if I were local.

[robin3mj]

Ditto- my 56cm is also going on the block soon, only because I found a screaming deal on a titanium Indy Fab, which I've always wanted to try out.

http://24.media.tumblr.com/9601244c55bc2c64ae561bb3187c0b1f/tumblr_msttt8r1cm1qg7g9so3_1280.jpg

[yashcha]

I've wanted a Crown Jewel since 1998 when my shop-mate got one for college graduation. I think they were only about $1200 then.
They are gorgeous frames. My two year plan is to save for one, maybe a metallic green one...

I keep finding myself going back to this IF Crown Jewel build.

There's a balance about this thing that just seems sooo right...

http://bikeshowcase.org/post/82386125548/independent-fabrication-steel-crown-jewel

[Exonerv]

You guys would make good drug dealers! :bike:

I suppose I'd better be careful or else my admiration could be construed as a contract to buy (before sending a deposit.)

I actually have a Salsa LaCruz that is very similar - except for the silver bits and Shimano 105 group.

While rhumps bike being local and for sale is a crazy coincidence...since I'm already riding Ti, I suppose I'll keep it to window shopping for the time being, but thanks for the encouragement...:hello:

[oldpotatoe]

I keep finding myself going back to this IF Crown Jewel build.

There's a balance about this thing that just seems sooo right...

http://bikeshowcase.org/post/82386125548/independent-fabrication-steel-crown-jewel

Since steel is the 'do one thing and do it well', is how IF got started, their Crown Jewel is just that, a jewel in the frameset maker's crown. A bit of a shame they have rolled over for 'gadget' frames..mixed materials but it is a biz, with a new owner and location..so...

[Dave B]

Ditto- my 56cm is also going on the block soon, only because I found a screaming deal on a titanium Indy Fab, which I've always wanted to try out.

http://24.media.tumblr.com/9601244c55bc2c64ae561bb3187c0b1f/tumblr_msttt8r1cm1qg7g9so3_1280.jpg

If i had money that would be mine. I haven't ridden in some time and that is the machine to make a guy's heart swoon.

wow

[moots7]

I am interested in an IF Crown Jewel in 56 if someone is parting with a frame set.
Rick

[Rbrigman]

I'd recommend looking at Desalvo Cycles out of Oregon. Hard to beat his prices and quality on custom steel.


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[Exonerv]

I met Mike DeSalvo at NAHBS and was impressed with both the man and his craft. He seemed like he would be a great builder to work with...

[pdmtong]

I met Mike DeSalvo at NAHBS and was impressed with both the man and his craft. He seemed like he would be a great builder to work with...

Mike used to and perhaps still welds the speedvagens. That's an endorsement fr sure

[TimD]

Kudos to the stylists :)

[Cornfed]

And I love that IF. If anyone has one in a 58, let me know.