Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Custom built fixed gear sites/stores/individuals

I came across this website, http://www.bertellibici.com which looks to be the site for a guy in New York who builds very classy custom fixed gears.

So I thought we can use this thread to post links to other websites of those who do custom builds. I'm sure there must be many others out there. Try to keep them unique (i.e. no links to bikes direct)

lame. unless you're building a frame you have no talent or skill. most fixie riders I know could build those bikes if they had the parts

yea... he's not a bike 'builder' hes a bike 'assembler'...

yea... he's not a bike 'builder' hes a bike 'assembler'...

It does say "Biciclette Assemblate" under his name. I think that's French for "Velocipede Assembler".

It does say "Biciclette Assemblate" under his name. I think that's French for "Velocipede Assembler".

i actually totally missed that.

lame. unless you're building a frame you have no talent or skill. most fixie riders I know could build those bikes if they had the parts

Christ does everyone on this forum have to hate on everything they possibly can.

Yeah your paying the man to find the parts and assemble the bike. Those bikes are ****ing amazing and to say he has no talent is kind of harsh. Yeah most people can assemble the bike. Maybe, just maybe, this guy likes to build bikes and what is wrong with that? Selling this assembly as a service is a way for a person to build, er sorry, assemble bikes all the time without going bankrupt and maybe make a few on the side.

tl;dr ppl need to calm the hell down.

he assembles nice bikes at least. And it's probably not too easy to get ahold of some of those parts.

and takes good pictures too. is it bad that i noticed the perfect lighting first?

"moreover, Please remember that every bike is tested and will be ridden for one day (around my NEIGHBORHOOD ;) before I will give it to you."

So he charges a minimum of $1,500.00, then rides your bike before shipping it to you. Someone please ask him what that one day encompasses. Is it a full day of riding, or just to a cafe for coffee and a sandwich? Sorry, but this is like having someone build you your very own rat rod.

and takes good pictures too. is it bad that i noticed the perfect lighting first?

Or the monochrome bike/settings?

Or the monochrome bike/settings?

true

"moreover, Please remember that every bike is tested and will be ridden for one day (around my NEIGHBORHOOD ;) before I will give it to you."

So he charges a minimum of $1,500.00, then rides your bike before shipping it to you. Someone please ask him what that one day encompasses. Is it a full day of riding, or just to a cafe for coffee and a sandwich? Sorry, but this is like having someone build you your very own rat rod.

yeah i totally agree with the rat rod thing. some ppl literally just don't know anything about a wrench and would prob pay that much to have someone build a bike like that...

http://www.bertellibici.com/products/117/images/036.jpg

What, no bar plugs?

http://www.bertellibici.com/products/112/images/bb_DSC_6820.jpg

Coaster with no front brake?

http://www.bertellibici.com/products/119/images/015.jpg

Keirin brake, lawl.

What, no bar plugs?

You'll get some with the grips you need to buy for your new $1,500+ bike.

LOL wow, I should have known this thread would spin off into other subjects, mostly centered around hating. Oh well, it's amusing. However I'd still like this thread to focus on finding other custom build sites that offer high quality bikes.

I wasn't asking for opinions on if I should buy a bike from this guy or not, so let's not nit pick about their skills or services. However, just to defend him a little, his bikes do look to be of high quality. Each frame is a track frame with horizontal drop outs, so it's not like he is just converting any old road frame like most of us do (me). Also, it looks like his artistic vision goes into building each bike, not at all just a quick build for anyone who wants to buy. I'm sure he gets requests and or builds for people who can afford it. They don't look like bikes just any kid in down town would buy.

So, any other sites out there??

This guy fills a void. My hat goes off to him. There are plenty of turds rolling around the streets these days. Lots of folks don't know how to pull the aesthetics of a bike together with the right parts. A lot of people don't know what's out there.

What percentage of folks building bikes on this forum know:
The difference between a Nitto Technomic, Pearl, and Jaguar
Who makes an all black crankset with no labels
How to make a bike with clean lines and looks instead of buying the "best of breed" of every part out there.

Hey, there are wedding planners, career planners, guidance counselors, coaches, advisors...this guy does the same thing. It's just for a different market. But it's definitely not for the Broke-Forums crowd, I'm sure.

To continue:

How many posts are there on this forum about "What should I get???" or "What should I do????". And how many different answers are there?

Well, this guy simplifies all of that...for a modest fee, I would assume.

I think his bikes are mostly about aesthetics, but that doesn't mean they're not meant to be appreciated. Sure, they've got a limited market, but so do Lambourghinis and the like.

On a happier note, I decided to make a wallpaper with one of his photos:
http://sixpop.com/files/204/titanfixed.jpg

I tried making it look like a poor colour scan from a vintage catalogue or something. Also brought the Titan logo on the stem out a bit more. Enjoy!

thanks I set it as my desktop background

why would he use a keirin brake on a frame that can have a drilled fork? On their own site, Alien says they can drill the fork for a small additional fee. Why put cheap wheels on bikes with nice frames? Why not use plugs or *god forbid* tape on any bars? It all seems kinda ridiculous to me. since when did building a bike become so difficult and laborious that you have to pay someone to do it for you?

I can appreciate what this fellow is doing, and i definitely dig his taste. At the same time, it is, essentially, PURCHASING taste... for those that lack the ability to discern what composes a tastefuly built bike, and what does not. It is not difficult, and much more rewarding, to dig around for exactly what YOU want. I don't really give two ****s about the majority of opinions floating around out there, but kind words are always appreciated. when someone compliments my bike, i do appreciate it, as it is a compliment to my taste. it would seem that the people shopping for these bikes are doing so for aesthetic reasons. this would imply digging for compliments. in turn, any compliments received would be meaningless to anyone but the "bike assembler" or whatever ridiculous, try-hard name he's given himself.

Built up ALIEN FRAMES starting at 1500 dollars? You'd have to be brain damaged to buy one of these. Not that they don't look sharp, and not that aliens aren't solid frames, but you can get an honest to goodness actual custom build for that price

It is not difficult, and much more rewarding, to dig around for exactly what YOU want.

Oprah Winfrey made Billions...literally BILLIONS...telling women how to live their lives.

Some people can't pick clothes so they go to the Gap because it all matches.
Some people can't pick furniture so they go to IKEA because it all matches.

Hey, man, everybody can't be good at everything. If you are good at making a sweet looking show bike, then awesome for you. Everyone isn't. If someone wants a nice looking bike that's unique without racking his brain and scouring every bike shop plus the internet for nice stuff then maybe they'll call this guy.

http://www.bertellibici.com/products/117/images/036.jpg

What, no bar plugs?

And yet you're ok with the complete lack of paint? 6 __9

http://www.bertellibici.com/products/112/images/bb_DSC_6820.jpg

I'm not so concerned about the lack of a front brake - but did you notice the handlebar is piece of laminated wood?

Oprah Winfrey made Billions...literally BILLIONS...telling women how to live their lives.

Some people can't pick clothes so they go to the Gap because it all matches.
Some people can't pick furniture so they go to IKEA because it all matches.

Hey, man, everybody can't be good at everything. If you are good at making a sweet looking show bike, then awesome for you. Everyone isn't. If someone wants a nice looking bike that's unique without racking his brain and scouring every bike shop plus the internet for nice stuff then maybe they'll call this guy.

That being said, why would someone want a "nice looking" bike? If someone wants a bike at all, it should be because they want to RIDE a bike... not because they want to be SEEN on a nice bike. Why would you need "nice" stuff, if you know nothing about it and what makes it "nice"? The foundation of this guy's entire target niche includes sheer superficiality... are you saying that is something worth defending? If someone likes bikes, they should dive right in and buy a bike. BUT there is absolutely no reason for these uniformed shoppers to desire these specific bikes outside of an attempt at some sort of "status" in the bike world. i think that is pretty.. shallow... if you will.

Why do people wear clothes instead of leaves and bugs?

That being said, why would someone want a "nice looking" bike? If someone wants a bike at all, it should be because they want to RIDE a bike... not because they want to be SEEN on a nice bike. Why would you need "nice" stuff, if you know nothing about it and what makes it "nice"? The foundation of this guy's entire target niche includes sheer superficiality... are you saying that is something worth defending? If someone likes bikes, they should dive right in and buy a bike. BUT there is absolutely no reason for these uniformed shoppers to desire these specific bikes outside of an attempt at some sort of "status" in the bike world. i think that is pretty.. shallow... if you will.

With that attitude Americans would all be driving Ford Escorts living in row houses wearing Dickies, etc...

There is absolutely nothing practical about the state of the FG scene as it stands now. Geared bikes are just as inexpensive and far FAR more accessible, practical, and safe.

There are a lot of things that drives the FG scene, but practicality isn't the main one.

i wear clothes to stay warm, and i shop as thriftily as i can without sacrificing what i've learned to be "quality"... there is a lot of impracticality in the bicycle scene right now, and concern about aesthetics is a large part of that. And as for your ford and dickies cliche, let me follow up; I think people should start out driving something cheap... used or otherwise. test drive a few cars, figure out what aspects of the cars they like, and then take into consideration carefully those aspects when picking out a car.. a car that suits them nearly perfectly. something that they've RESEARCHED... but after all, this is a bike forum, not a car forum, so let's not stray.

My opinion is that practicality SHOULD be a driving force in the world of fixed gear...

My opinion is that practicality SHOULD be a driving force in the world.

There. I fixed it for you.

That's an ideology. Namely YOUR ideology.

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Yup.. this thread has officially lost all sight of its purpose. I'm sad, all I wanted was a thread to post links to custom build websites, and maybe discuss them to a reasonable degree.

since when did building a bike become so difficult and laborious that you have to pay someone to do it for you?

This

...all I wanted was a thread to post links to custom build websites, and maybe discuss them to a reasonable degree.

Getting back on track- Have you guys ever heard of this website (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/trackbikes.htm) for track bikes?

Seriously though fixie4jester- assembling four-figure tarck bikes without actually building your own frames is an extreme niche market and I doubt there are too many folks out there who can support themselves doing this [hence there are no similar links to post or discuss]. I don't believe there are too many folks out there who have $1500+ to spend on a bicycle that is little more than an art piece and most of the people who can afford this don't post here.

You wanted to discuss the link you posted and people are discussing it. Don't be butthurt that other people don't think this guys bikes are as cool as you do.

To continue:

How many posts are there on this forum about "What should I get???" or "What should I do????". And how many different answers are there?

Well, this guy simplifies all of that...for a modest fee, I would assume.

They start at $1500.00. Is that modest enough for you?


I'm not so concerned about the lack of a front brake - but did you notice the handlebar is piece of laminated wood?

That would only be a concern of this bike were to be ridden. Do you really think it will be?

Getting back on track- Have you guys ever heard of this website (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/trackbikes.htm) for track bikes?


Awesome!

Getting back on track- Have you guys ever heard of this website (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/trackbikes.htm) for track bikes?

Seriously though fixie4jester- assembling four-figure tarck bikes without actually building your own frames is an extreme niche market and I doubt there are too many folks out there who can support themselves doing this [hence there are no similar links to post or discuss]. I don't believe there are too many folks out there who have $1500+ to spend on a bicycle that is little more than an art piece and most of the people who can afford this don't post here.

You wanted to discuss the link you posted and people are discussing it. Don't be butthurt that other people don't think this guys bikes are as cool as you do.

Holy crap, you are quite the moron. Not once in the first post did I say I wanted to discuss that guys website, I explicitly said this thread was for posting links to other custom build websites. Nor did I say the custom build person or website had to build their own frames. They may just assemble, they may build from scratch. Additional, the subject of this thread was not, "hey guys do you think these bikes are as cool as I think they are?" And finally, you quite simply FAILED at being a smart ass and trying to stick it to me, since I had already mentioned that links such as bikes direct were not fair game. If I didn't mention that, then yes, perhaps your link to said website would have stung a little.

Perhaps, however, I shouldn't be so hard on how people are discussing this guys site since this is a forum and people are bound to "discuss" things. Yet I still would like threads to remain focused on their main topic, so here is a site (not a good looking one) for a shop in Santa Cruz, CA that looks to assemble (this is your chance to get the hell out of here if you only approve of custom built frames) some decent looking bikes. http://thebicycleshopsantacruz.com

rant then a link

i like. i wish there was a shop in toronto that just was dedicated to building/selling high-quality conversions.

They start at $1500.00. Is that modest enough for you?

I spent more than that on my crank arms (SRM Pro).

If I were to start a poll:
How much do you have invested in your bike (including the purchase of parts that have since been replaced or for reasons other than damage):
- Under $1,500
- Over $1,500

I would guess that at least 1/3 of the BFSSFG crowd would be over $1,500.

I spent more than that on my crank arms (SRM Pro).

If I were to start a poll:
How much do you have invested in your bike (including the purchase of parts that have since been replaced or for reasons other than damage):
- Under $1,500
- Over $1,500

I would guess that at least 1/3 of the BFSSFG crowd would be over $1,500.

Yes you bought what you wanted you most likely did a fair amount of research yourself. Any good shop will build you a bike (not design, but build) You have to know what you want.

you can go to any online shop Superb bikes (google it) is one that sell frames and anything else you want for the bike.

and not charge you extra for their impeccable taste.

You have to consider what you have to pay for your own Harley, chopped up, customized, and spanking shiny (assuming you want one like I do). I think it's going well beyond 20G which I would never be able to pay in any form ... other than slavery.

Compared to that, customized bicycles are quite reasonable; actually bordering cheap if you consider the expected revenue that builders get. (Not to mention the parking fee and the insurance. I could bring it up to my room for ultimate protection.)

Yup.. this thread has officially lost all sight of its purpose. I'm sad, all I wanted was a thread to post links to custom build websites, and maybe discuss them to a reasonable degree.

You fail

carleton=massive tool

I spent more than that on my crank arms (SRM Pro).

If I were to start a poll:
How much do you have invested in your bike (including the purchase of parts that have since been replaced or for reasons other than damage):
- Under $1,500
- Over $1,500

I would guess that at least 1/3 of the BFSSFG crowd would be over $1,500.

On a single bike, I don't think even 1/3 of the people posting here have spent $1,500. That's one of the reasons they're here - to learn how to do it for less. And unless someone is dead serious about racing, that SRM crankset is pretty much a waste of money.


You have to consider what you have to pay for your own Harley, chopped up, customized, and spanking shiny (assuming you want one like I do). I think it's going well beyond 20G which I would never be able to pay in any form ... other than slavery.

Compared to that, customized bicycles are quite reasonable; actually bordering cheap if you consider the expected revenue that builders get. (Not to mention the parking fee and the insurance. I could bring it up to my room for ultimate protection.)

I added up my motorcycle purchases over the last two and a half years - over $30k. Those days of wild spending are over, but they were totally worth it.

carleton=massive tool

Wow, man. Really?


And unless someone is dead serious about racing, that SRM crankset is pretty much a waste of money.

I am.

why would he use a keirin brake on a frame that can have a drilled fork? On their own site, Alien says they can drill the fork for a small additional fee. Why put cheap wheels on bikes with nice frames? Why not use plugs or *god forbid* tape on any bars? It all seems kinda ridiculous to me. since when did building a bike become so difficult and laborious that you have to pay someone to do it for you?
Drill an original track fork?! man, u have nOOO class....LOL

There is a little bike shop in Bushwick , Brooklyn, I forget the address but its almost on the corner of Broadway and DeCalb the girl in there can build/ assemble some kick ass track bikes...also check out cyclephoenix on the net for some custom wheelsets...

On a single bike, I don't think even 1/3 of the people posting here have spent $1,500.

There's a poll: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?606101-How-much-do-you-have-invested-in-your-FG-SS-Track-bike

As it stands now with 67 voters:
51 (76%) have spent less than $1,500
16 (24%) have spent more than $1,500

67 is definitely not a statistically significant number, but right now it's all we've got. Hopefully more will vote.

There's a poll: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?606101-How-much-do-you-have-invested-in-your-FG-SS-Track-bike

As it stands now with 67 voters:
51 (76%) have spent less than $1,500
16 (24%) have spent more than $1,500

67 is definitely not a statistically significant number, but right now it's all we've got. Hopefully more will vote.

The question allows you to add the value of multiple bikes. Maybe the people who responded all own a dozen Kilo TT's.

/just sayin'

here is a link of frame builders. http://urbanvelo.org/framebuilders/.

not all of them.. but quite a few.

also the current issue (or previous issue) of bicycling mag has a section on bike builders.

http://bikes.urbanoutfitters.com/

nuff said. /endthread

Drill an original track fork?! man, u have nOOO class....LOL

You're quickly becomming my favorite person here. It's like 2003 never ended