Hi, I've been riding one of his road frames for about 2 years and like it very much. I use it for commuting and recreational rides, and I've ridden it on three 400 mile supported tours. I met him while attending a class at UBI in Ashland. I've not delt with other custom builders, but I know folks that really like their road frames built by Carl Strong. My other two bicycles are a Holdsworth Record and Bianchii San Remo.