Independent Fabrication 2001 Titanium Crown Jewel 10-Speed Older Racing Bike

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[Jun 09, 2004]
Anonymous
Recreational Rider

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
Strength:

Workmanship A+. Beautiful paint work of art. Custom Geometry. Handels and rides better than any I've ever owned. Great Ti ride. Light yet strong enough for a clydsdalelike me. Perfect welds and shot peened finish makes it unique.

Weakness:

That's tough because you usually get what you pay for and this one is worth every penny. It takes 2 mos. to get one but worth the wait. No complaints.

Researched long and hard. Wanted a bike that was both stiff and yet comfortable for the long haul-IF Crown Jewel Ti delivers. Stiff bottom bracket and oversize chain stays keeps the latteral flex to a minimum. This bike is so smooth otherwise-just remarkable. Custom geometry is the ticket-fit makes a huge difference. A joy to ride. A keeper.You get the best of both worlds smooth yet stiff. Can't wipe the smile off of my face.

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[Jan 14, 2002]
badger278
Recreational Rider

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
Strength:

Get it EXACTLY the way you want it. Every custom option (including 20+ paint colors and 2 color fades) is at no extra charge. Matt Bracken and the Boys and Girls of IF have out done themselves. Welds are superb, finish is more subtle the a high polished frame (and frankly, looks more adult)Ride quality is A+ IF even has Reynolds spec custom rakes on their Uzo Pro forks for them.

Weakness:

expensive (but worth it)

I run a bike shop in NYC, and have been an IF dealer since the opened the doors. So I am not sure if I can offer an objective opinion, but...I love this bike! 100% full custom, I had mine built with the large diameter thin wall tubes for climing and sprinting. Short crit TT length, and Campy Record 10 with Nucleon wheels. This is my 2nd IF bike. I would put this bike up against any brand, any model.

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I run a shop, I have ridden about everything...

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