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Thinking about a custom frame? Lugged vs Fillet Brazed. Different Frame materials? Newvex or Pacenti Lugs? why get a custom Road, Mountain, or Track Frame? Got a question about framebuilding? Lets discuss framebuilding at it's finest.

  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: How to build a lugged steel frame, with pics

    Started by Cassave, 03-20-08 12:18 PM
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    • Replies: 265
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    georges1
    04-06-13, 12:26 AM Go to last post

  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Show us your builds

    Started by AllenG, 10-24-09 03:51 PM
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    • Replies: 248
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    just dank
    05-14-13, 01:55 PM Go to last post

  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Building a Mixte

    Started by Cassave, 03-22-10 10:03 AM
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    1 2 3 4 5
    • Replies: 103
    • Views: 21,594
    ksisler
    05-13-13, 11:13 AM Go to last post

  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: Frambuilder's Market Place

    Started by AllenG, 03-30-10 07:43 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
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    notoptube
    12-13-12, 09:20 PM Go to last post

  5. Sticky Thread Sticky: Framebuilding Suppliers

    Started by mudboy, 10-15-11 08:12 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,881
    unterhausen
    08-21-12, 09:28 AM Go to last post

  6. Sticky Thread Sticky: Former Framebuilding Sticky threads

    Started by AllenG, 03-30-10 07:49 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,258
    AllenG
    03-30-10, 07:49 PM Go to last post

  1. Friday is today

    Started by ftwelder, 01-25-13 04:30 AM
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    37 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 129
    • Views: 4,563
    ftwelder
    05-12-13, 06:38 AM Go to last post

  2. A few questions about Fillet Brazing

    Started by TickTockToe, 01-10-13 02:00 PM
    4 Pages •
    1 2 3 4
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 77
    • Views: 2,435
    eaglefan
    02-22-13, 11:32 PM Go to last post

  3. Word's greatest frame builder?

    Started by ftwelder, 03-02-13 05:23 AM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    • Replies: 59
    • Views: 2,350
    SANTE POLLASTRI
    04-23-13, 08:12 AM Go to last post

  4. Bamboo question..

    Started by RaleighSport, 07-14-11 12:24 AM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 59
    • Views: 2,830
    TornadoCAN99
    01-22-13, 02:01 PM Go to last post

  5. Blade bending blocks

    Started by calstar, 03-06-13 04:41 PM
    3 Pages •
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    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 54
    • Views: 1,342
    calstar
    03-23-13, 04:31 PM Go to last post

  6. Frame building as a business

    Started by Syscrush, 10-03-12 11:55 AM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    • Replies: 51
    • Views: 1,776
    MassiveD
    10-10-12, 04:54 PM Go to last post

  7. First Build Blog

    Started by veryredbike, 02-14-12 02:30 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 3,013
    randomgear
    08-07-12, 08:07 PM Go to last post

  8. S&S/BTC to turn regular bike into travel bike?

    Started by Winfried, 05-03-12 08:33 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 47
    • Views: 1,887
    fietsbob
    01-03-13, 11:59 AM Go to last post

  9. Building a disc capable fork

    Started by calstar, 03-19-13 07:15 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 43
    • Views: 1,203
    awetmore
    04-23-13, 10:40 PM Go to last post

  10. Fillet Brazed Bicycle Rack

    Started by veryredbike, 03-14-12 09:42 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 1,407
    JimBeans83
    06-02-12, 03:08 AM Go to last post

  11. How to get practice after your first frame in a cost effective way

    Started by astrx, 08-21-12 01:29 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 41
    • Views: 1,515
    astrx
    09-07-12, 09:08 AM Go to last post

  12. Frame #830

    Started by Andrew R Stewart, 11-02-12 07:24 PM
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    15 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 41
    • Views: 2,227
    ftwelder
    04-18-13, 03:18 AM Go to last post

  13. Disk brakes on steel road frames - design considerations and traps?

    Started by JonnyHK, 04-21-13 11:48 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 838
    MassiveD
    04-25-13, 07:50 PM Go to last post

  14. Frame Corrosion Question

    Started by icyclist, 06-14-12 01:05 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 1,196
    Andrew R Stewart
    08-19-12, 04:53 PM Go to last post

  15. I thought this was really interesting: The Jiggernaut

    Started by Captain Blight, 02-22-12 10:52 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 1,841
    ksisler
    03-01-13, 08:59 AM Go to last post

  16. Do frames get soft after a while?

    Started by Berylbite, 08-11-12 05:33 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 1,118
    Falanx
    08-26-12, 12:44 PM Go to last post

  17. source of Campy forged dropouts

    Started by mudboy, 08-18-12 07:51 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 1,037
    custom753
    02-18-13, 02:15 AM Go to last post

  18. Homemade Frame Jig Build Thread

    Started by e.din, 01-04-13 09:27 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 1,095
    Mark Kelly
    01-14-13, 07:11 PM Go to last post

  19. Fillet test(for what its worth)

    Started by calstar, 03-10-13 08:08 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 735
    unterhausen
    03-20-13, 01:52 PM Go to last post

  20. Whippy frame energy return

    Started by Canaboo, 09-04-12 09:18 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 848
    Homebrew01
    09-19-12, 12:59 PM Go to last post

  21. Propane/oxy temps

    Started by calstar, 11-30-12 10:36 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 670
    ksisler
    12-28-12, 12:41 PM Go to last post

  22. Bronze TIG weld?

    Started by sannerbikes700, 10-30-12 10:24 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 784
    Mark Kelly
    11-17-12, 04:01 PM Go to last post

  23. What tube will slip on columbus spirit tubing, to make custom lugs

    Started by epicbike101, 12-24-12 01:42 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 660
    ksisler
    01-14-13, 08:39 AM Go to last post

  24. Bamboo Bike Problems

    Started by aprhockey, 11-21-11 10:04 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 1,240
    cbchess
    03-28-13, 12:26 PM Go to last post

  25. Thoughts on wood.

    Started by RaleighSport, 12-03-12 12:55 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 539
    AllenG
    12-05-12, 06:43 PM Go to last post

  26. stem drilling

    Started by long john, 02-02-13 02:51 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 617
    Andrew R Stewart
    02-16-13, 09:15 PM Go to last post

  27. Getting a durable finish

    Started by kroozer, 05-20-12 01:08 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 730
    wheatus
    05-23-12, 07:12 PM Go to last post

  28. Couple quick questions.

    Started by seankanary, 11-28-12 06:30 AM
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    ksisler
    05-13-13, 08:00 AM Go to last post

  29. disc brake caliper location

    Started by CaptainHaddock, 05-11-12 09:54 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 1,068
    fietsbob
    06-01-12, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  30. cracked lug

    Started by boneshaker78, 09-05-12 09:52 PM
    2 Pages •
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    boneshaker78
    09-21-12, 08:27 PM Go to last post

  31. Horizontal Dropouts - Why were they ever used?

    Started by cyclezen, 11-11-12 03:31 PM
    2 Pages •
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    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 742
    ksisler
    11-14-12, 11:56 AM Go to last post

  32. Rack building link

    Started by calstar, 03-19-13 08:50 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
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    • Replies: 25
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    unterhausen
    04-08-13, 11:52 PM Go to last post

  33. Immanent Frame Failure?

    Started by Wilfred Laurier, 04-07-13 02:29 PM
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    Wilfred Laurier
    04-16-13, 05:26 PM Go to last post

  34. Frame prep/facing in central Iowa

    Started by thirdgenbird, 01-03-13 06:19 PM
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 355
    Paul J
    01-07-13, 05:43 PM Go to last post

  35. Rebuilding the rear triangle with a lower BB height.

    Started by Barrettscv, 02-02-13 02:22 PM
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 408
    Scooper
    02-11-13, 07:06 PM Go to last post

  36. Custom Spicer for Tall Guy

    Started by Bardleyrichard, 03-14-13 10:30 PM
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 544
    Bardleyrichard
    05-03-13, 08:10 PM Go to last post

  37. Old 1'' threaded steerer?

    Started by tomknox, 02-25-13 06:17 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 363
    Andrew R Stewart
    03-01-13, 09:38 PM Go to last post

  38. lugged versus welded steel frames

    Started by bernmart, 02-24-13 11:46 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 735
    Falanx
    03-09-13, 01:18 AM Go to last post

  39. Idea for adjustable rake fork

    Started by duopar, 04-01-13 07:57 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 457
    Steamer
    04-08-13, 11:39 AM Go to last post

  40. Is it truly Columbus tubing? ..or just a decal?

    Started by Seeferguson, 07-23-12 10:56 PM
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    fietsbob
    07-31-12, 12:33 PM Go to last post

  41. Source for Boom Tubes???

    Started by ksisler, 01-31-13 06:36 AM
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    ksisler
    04-24-13, 09:47 AM Go to last post

  42. Help me brainstorm tire clearance solution

    Started by jharley, 05-03-12 03:29 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
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    Road Fan
    05-26-12, 07:36 AM Go to last post

  43. Reviving the Dynatech. Or something :-D

    Started by Falanx, 10-20-12 01:27 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
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    ksisler
    10-31-12, 08:24 AM Go to last post

  44. Disappearing supply chain

    Started by rodar y rodar, 01-16-13 10:24 AM
    • Replies: 22
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    rodar y rodar
    01-29-13, 12:46 PM Go to last post

  45. Straight fork blades vs radiused, which gives the softer ride, is there a difference?

    Started by calstar, 05-22-12 01:03 PM
    • Replies: 22
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    Werkin
    05-24-12, 11:36 AM Go to last post

  46. tube through tube joint type

    Started by MrkiMedo, 03-02-13 04:23 PM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 375
    ftwelder
    03-06-13, 03:55 AM Go to last post

  47. Hole in frame

    Started by Jbone78, 05-14-13 05:41 PM
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    Jbone78
    05-21-13, 05:04 PM Go to last post

  48. replacing section of seatstay?

    Started by engo, 11-24-12 08:10 PM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 485
    engo
    02-26-13, 10:15 AM Go to last post

  49. Weld or braze

    Started by SJX426, 08-29-12 05:57 AM
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    unterhausen
    11-13-12, 10:59 AM Go to last post

  50. carbon frame stiffness after 5 years or more

    Started by signalnc, 07-09-12 01:44 PM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 929
    repechage
    08-02-12, 06:37 PM Go to last post
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