Before I get slaughtered out here for not knowing my stuff, I'd like to present the following disclaimer:

-The FAQs while informative, don't really give me too much insight on what brand or store I should go through to buy a frame.

-I can't buy a used/old bike to sand and get powder coated, primarily because I'm married to my job

-I want to build it myself. A book or manual of some sort would be helpful if someone could help point me in the right direction.

-The Kilo TT has been sold out for like 2 months, I've given up hope of buying one of those (even if all I was going to buy it for was the frame).

I'm located in Brooklyn, NY if that helps any.

My budget is 700-1000 total for the project. I think I might buy a bike mechanic stand as well. I'm willing to spend more if I see it fit. Biking is my passion and hobby (I was a mountain bike enthusiast a few years ago until I moved to the city).

I ride a hybrid bike right now but I'm looking to "move up" A single speed or fixed is fine by me.

thanks.