where in PDX or Seattle for simple steel frame repair?
06-28-15, 04:20 PM
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where in PDX or Seattle for simple steel frame repair?
I need a chain stay bridge brazed onto a steel bike frame. The frame is old and lugged construction but lesser quality. I plan to paint myself afterwards. I have inquired at a number of shops without any luck (typical response is "huh?"). Can anyone suggest a place to do the job? Thanks.
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06-28-15, 06:46 PM
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Here's the place: R+E
Three years ago, my trusty custom tandem from 1988 failed at the stoker seat tube/bottom bracket junction. Someone in the tandem subforum told me to check out R+E. They came up with a clever repair to deal with other issues the bike had and did the work super-quickly. I was so happy with them that I purchased my next tandem from them. Great shop, great work, great people.
Three years ago, my trusty custom tandem from 1988 failed at the stoker seat tube/bottom bracket junction. Someone in the tandem subforum told me to check out R+E. They came up with a clever repair to deal with other issues the bike had and did the work super-quickly. I was so happy with them that I purchased my next tandem from them. Great shop, great work, great people.
06-29-15, 12:39 PM
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FWIW, industry resources here is along list. Bike Industry Links
PDX has a Number of frame builders , Id call one of the many bike-shops there and ask their favorites
PDX has a Number of frame builders , Id call one of the many bike-shops there and ask their favorites
06-29-15, 01:04 PM
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Talk to this guy.
Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle.
Haulin' Colin
Colin Stevens: The Bicycling Mad Scientist of Seattle | The Bicycle Story
Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle.
Haulin' Colin
Colin Stevens: The Bicycling Mad Scientist of Seattle | The Bicycle Story
07-11-15, 12:52 AM
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Thanks a bunch for the tips. I wanted to follow up on how it worked out. I emailed R+E first. I was impressed by the quick response from their service department, but unfortunately were unable to do the repair until things slowed down after summer. Colin had a short wait, about a week. He finished on the day he said he would and the price was very reasonable and exactly what he first quoted. To me the quality of the repair looked first rate.
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