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Rider Forum » Recent Posts http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Part of the Independent Fabrication Owners' Club Community en Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:41:33 +0000 Bob Ababurko on "FS: 17" Ti Deluxe traditional sized frame" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=55#post-208 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:55:45 +0000 Bob Ababurko 208@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ In rereading my initial post I noticed I mention that the frame is not custom made......this should read that the frame is 'not custom sized' as it is not based on any one persons body measurements. Dave Bradley on "Independent Apple" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=65#post-207 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:08:22 +0000 Dave Bradley 207@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Thanks Cris, stoked to be a part of the family! As Cris mentioned big news coming soon, but just a teaser, keep June 25th through the 28th free! You will not be disapointed! Cris Bloomfield on "Independent Apple" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=65#post-206 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 19:27:21 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 206@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Just wanted to let everyone know that long time fan and supporter Dave Bradley is now a moderator and editor here on ifrider.com Dave and I are working on something very cool for later this year. Hopefully there will be some news to share in the next couple of weeks. Over and out CB Cris Bloomfield Independent Fabrcation Owners' Club Dave Bradley on "18 in Sweet Deluxe" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=63#post-205 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:24:54 +0000 Dave Bradley 205@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Ok, so I found a way to bring her home! Yipee! Should be here tomorrow! Sweet! Dave Bradley on "WTB: Looking for a 29er" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=64#post-204 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 21:20:43 +0000 Dave Bradley 204@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Looking for a 29er with a TT of say 23.5" to 24" and of course disc only. Frame/Fork shoot me an email independentapple at gmail dot com pics would be great! Thanks Dave Dave Bradley on "18 in Sweet Deluxe" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=63#post-203 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:51:13 +0000 Dave Bradley 203@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ ok, this might be an odd post, but this is my old deluxe. I had to sell it when I became single again. This is not my auction, but it is an amazing bike. I was only able to ride it a few times and it is in the owner's section if you want to see it built up. If you want the build sheet I would happily send it to you. I would love to see another one of us pick this up! I cannot right now or it would be on its way home. Anyway get it, it is so awesome. You might even want to buy an old frame of mine and have it repainted just like this! <img src="http://www.ifrider.com/forum/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif" title=":)" class="bb_smilies" /> <a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=180463937566&Category=98083&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26its%3DI%26otn%3D2" rel="nofollow">http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=180463937566&Category=98083&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26its%3DI%26otn%3D2</a> Anyway good luck! Cheers Dave Carl Davies on "1995 Deluxe Frame number and material" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=62#post-202 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:43:10 +0000 Carl Davies 202@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Morning Finally rec'd my Indy from the States...only took one month door to door <img src="http://www.ifrider.com/forum/bb-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_eek.gif" title="8O" class="bb_smilies" /> The build isn't right yet.....changed the post from black Thomson to Syncros Ti as pictured. Looking for a nice steel or Ti stem . Wheels I am changing from the current CK's to old school HuGi hubs. A couple of Q's 1. I can't find the serial number. 2. What steel was used in 95. Thanks Carl Bad picture and yes...the orange cables are going too. <img style="width: 600px;" src="http://i911.photobucket.com/albums/ac314/CarlTDavies/Ebaystuff047.jpg"> Andy Corso on "IF TI Deluxe SS whole bike" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=61#post-201 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:57:46 +0000 Andy Corso 201@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ <img src="http://www.ifrider.com/register/00047asm.jpg"> After some consideration I'm selling my 17" 80mm corrected TI Deluxe Singlespeed, hasn't seen a lot of use as I have another (lucky b'stard that I am).... and am trying to fund a new project..... Package Includes :- Lavender IF no travel Steel forks to match the panels on the frame. Wheels are King SS silver hubs (tune front QR skewer) laced to Mavic Ceramic rims Cranks are WI Eno bolted to a rare Boone TI ring (will include spare Eno rings) Pedals are RItchey WCS TI BB = Race Face TI square taper Seatpost = Syntace P6 + Selle Italia saddle Brakes = rare Extralite V-brakes coupled to Avid Ultimate levers (will include ultimate calipers as well) Tires = Schwalbe Racing Ralphs Stem = Thomson Bars = Easton 31.8 Monkey Lite carbons, grips = ODI Lock ons Condition = Almost perfect, no Nicks, Dings, scratchs etc. in either frame or fork. Asking $2750 Paypal only and would prefer to ship within US. For another $100 I'll include some black 80mm RS SIDS in good condition. NB $100 of the above will be donated to Cris/Ifrider I can be contacted via <a href="mailto:corso1902@gmail.com">corso1902@gmail.com</a> Pics can be found on the first page of TI Deluxe Singlespeed gallery but in a previous guise. Thanks Andy Dave Bradley on "Donations" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=60#post-200 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:55:10 +0000 Dave Bradley 200@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Folks, Cris puts up the money for this site we all love. Help him out or better yet Cris charge a small fee to add a bike. we could also donate a few bucks if we sell something on here. I for one do not want ifrider to go away. Cris Bloomfield on "Donations" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=60#post-199 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 22:50:41 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 199@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Thanks Dave! Dave Bradley on "Donations" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=60#post-198 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 21:17:13 +0000 Dave Bradley 198@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ You've got money bay-bee! Check your paypal, money sent brother! Thank you for all of the hard work, I am sorry I cannot send more! Have a great holiday! Dave Bob Ababurko on "FS: 17" Ti Deluxe traditional sized frame" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=55#post-197 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:34:19 +0000 Bob Ababurko 197@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ I am also including a thomson seatpost(Pro Elite 330mm) and XTR front mech(FD-M953) with the frame. The same ones shown in the pictures. Cris Bloomfield on "Donations" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=60#post-196 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 13:24:14 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 196@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Happy New Year to you all. I have now added a button that appears on the front page of the site amongst other places so that gift donations can be made to support the costs of running the site. Let me know any feedback. Amongst other things I hope that this will be useful in funding some IF Owners' Club related events in future if there is any surplus beyond the costs of running the site. Cris Cris Bloomfield on "IF Catalogs" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=51#post-195 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:40:48 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 195@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ There was a Deluxe frame with that paintjob in the Cambridge Wheelworks store a few years back... Howard Hobbs on "2006 Deluxe Specs / Catalogue" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=58#post-194 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:11:58 +0000 Howard Hobbs 194@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ If it is stock geometry you can get this info off the IF site. Under the customize tab there is sizing click it and you will get stock geometry. Howard Hobbs on "IF Catalogs" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=51#post-193 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:09:31 +0000 Howard Hobbs 193@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Guys thanks. The bike I got has what I would call a Simpsons paint job. It is blue with white clouds. Cris Bloomfield on "Happy Holidays" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=59#post-192 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 17:02:13 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 192@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Thanks Darren and to you! A big thanks to everyone on IF Rider for registering their IFs and supporting the site through out 2009. Here's to another great year in 2010! Cris Bloomfield ifrider.com Darren on "Happy Holidays" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=59#post-191 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 01:51:37 +0000 Darren 191@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Happy Holidays to everyone! Hope you have a wonderful and safe holiday, and get to spend some time with family and friends. IF you believe in Santa, I hope he brings you a few upgrades for your IF, or possibly a new frame? You all need to chime in and tell us what you got under your tree. I am hoping for some parts to complete my new IF SSX. I think I'm getting some WTB dirt drops and a KMC SL Ti coated 9 sp. chain. That should complete the build! Best wishes, many miles and smiles, and a Happy New Year to all those that maintain and visit this site! IF rocks. Take care, Darren Dave Bradley on "Group" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=41#post-190 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:34:21 +0000 Dave Bradley 190@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Cris check your email, Something is being planned and I need your help/advice/input! Dave Cris Bloomfield on "Group" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=41#post-189 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:04:42 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 189@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ John Any advance on this? My discussions with the IF crew in the Factory suggested that they were keen to get behind it if the concept could be fleshed out a bit. Cris Bloomfield on "IF paint on Ti frames" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=56#post-188 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:01:36 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 188@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Hi Karen The paint can take up to two months to fully harden and toughen. It is more susceptible to damage in this period. I would really recommend using helipcopter tape or other similar clear plastic coatings to protect the paint in high wear areas. I have fully covered the top tubes on my singlespeed and planet cross. The Ti Deluxe has a few chips and battle scars on it's painted panels from it's alpine adventures and manhandling by lift operators on the uplifts. It might be a little late for IF to honor damage that was done almost six years ago, but I'm sure they'll help you out if they can. The paint process IF use is of similar spec to the paint finish you get on Audis, Mercedes and BMWs. It is superior to powdercoating but also more expensive. It's the first place I'd contact before using someone else. Cris Bloomfield on "IF Catalogs" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=51#post-187 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:54:08 +0000 Cris Bloomfield 187@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ I think I have most of these. I will check with the Factory and see what we can do in terms of making these available John V on "IF Catalogs" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=51#post-186 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:35:51 +0000 John V 186@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Matt, fancy meeting you here! Anyone find a 2006 catalogue?? Matt Rowley on "IF Catalogs" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=51#post-185 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:47:39 +0000 Matt Rowley 185@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Not gonna be much use to you since they are only 1997-2001, but other Memebers checking this Post might.. RetroBike have em - <a href="http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/gallery2.php?g2_itemId=10987" rel="nofollow">http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/gallery2.php?g2_itemId=10987</a> I did a Google Search and found this 2007 one.. <a href="http://www.who-sells-it.com/images/catalogs/2371/pdf_12144.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.who-sells-it.com/images/catalogs/2371/pdf_12144.pdf</a> John V on "2006 Deluxe Specs / Catalogue" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=58#post-184 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:35:34 +0000 John V 184@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Just purchased what I believe to be a stock 2006 19" deluxe going from serial number. Anyone have any info on the deluxe for this model year, things like tubing and geometry? Alternatively a catalogue would be useful. Dave Bradley on "Paint or Powdercoat?" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=57#post-183 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:13:22 +0000 Dave Bradley 183@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Joel, I can appreciate the dilemma, but I say work with IF and see what they can do for you. While many other painters do a fine job, Spectrum, Joe Bell, Keith Anderson, etc; I think sticking with the company who knows their product makes sense. Like Darren said in a previous post, we both have a pal who is having his bike repainted by IF. I think sending it back to the mothership and having them inspect the bike when it is stripped and then redoing things their way just makes good sense. They are going to stand behind their work and know what they are doing. Their paint dept and the folks behind it, especially Clint never stop working to get better. Again that is my opinion and I am sure there are plenty of those out there. Might as well start at the source. You have got to post pics when it is all done as the absinthe is a sweet color to get! Good luck! Cheers Dave Joel Hunnicutt on "Paint or Powdercoat?" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=57#post-182 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 03:45:00 +0000 Joel Hunnicutt 182@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ I am the new owner of an 01 deluxe. The frame is well used and I think that I will paint it before building it up. I am undecided about whether to paint or powdercoat. There is no question that powder will be more durable, but I would like to keep this bike somewhat in tune with how it was originally. I am in love the the absinthe green color and will probably go toward that no matter which I choose. Any advise would be appreciated. Darren on "IF paint on Ti frames" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=56#post-181 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:11:37 +0000 Darren 181@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ I agree with Dave on contacting IF about the problem. Just out of curiosity, what ti model is it? Chipping easily is normal of IF paint in my past experiences. I have only seen one other IF deluxe with "puckered" paint, and know for a fact the owner just contacted IF for a return authorization number. They are going to check it out for him. If I had to do it again, on my ti frames, I would have chosen to not get a portion of them painted, and just gone with raw ti. My opinion only, of course. Let us know what happens. I am sure IF will be happy to help you in any way they can. Darren Dave Bradley on "IF paint on Ti frames" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=56#post-180 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:30:41 +0000 Dave Bradley 180@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ I can understand possibly not wanting to have IF repaint it if you were unhappy in the first place. Did you notify them when you noticed the problem at first? They might be willing to work something out if you have already had a problem with it. Iam not terribly sure powder coating is super environmentally friendly or that much more so then liquid paint. I knwo IF has stepped up their paint dept tremendously over the last few years and Clint is the man when it comes to design and production. Youmight want to start at the source first. If you have resigned not to go back to the source I have had bikes that got their paint form Spectrum Powder Works in Colorado. <a href="http://www.spectrumpowderworks.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.spectrumpowderworks.com/</a> good luck with everything. Dave Karen Thompson on "IF paint on Ti frames" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=56#post-179 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 04:47:49 +0000 Karen Thompson 179@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Dear List, Bought my bike in 2004. I noticed almost immediately that some of the paint puckered on the top tube in a couple of places and another spot chipped off really easily. As I did not want to part with the bike for any period of time, I lived with it. I have recently marred the paint with an accidental meeting with a tool box so I am thinking about having the entire frame repainted, but was thinking of going somewhere other than IF. Any thoughts or recommendations? Also any experience as to how long, cost, etc. Also was talking to a guy at the shop about "powder coating." Claimed it was more environmentally friendly . . . Thanks, Karen Bob Ababurko on "FS: 17" Ti Deluxe traditional sized frame" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=55#post-178 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:59:20 +0000 Bob Ababurko 178@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ I am selling my 17" Ti deluxe frame and have to admit that I have not used it as much as it should have been used. I would say that the bike has only been ridden about 600 miles off road. It is not a custom built frame and is instead built with what IF calls traditional sizing. Here is a link to an explanation. <a href="http://www.ifbikes.com/assets/documents/customize/traditional-sizing.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.ifbikes.com/assets/documents/customize/traditional-sizing.pdf</a> So, the frame is a 17" and was new in 2004. Truth be told, the frame doesn't fit me well enough and one of the biggest reasons that I am selling it. The cables are top-routed and has a rear disc mount. This is one of the sweetest hardtails made and is as beautiful as you would think. Imperfections include tiny nics on the right chain stay from chain slap that were beside the stay-tuff chain stay protector. They are not very noticable but for full disclosure need to be mentioned. There are *NO* dents or scratches into the titanium, but a there are a few faint marks on the frame. The rear brake cable runs beside the head tube and has made a mark on the shot peened finish. There are also a few small scratches in the "INDEPENDENT FABRICATION" logo on the left side down tube which prevent if from being perfect. I have uploaded pics of my fully built bike that I once rode, but all that is included in the sale is the frame and the seat post clamp. THe rest of the components have already been transitioned to another bike. Here are hosted images. <a href="http://s119.photobucket.com/albums/o154/ababurko/?action=tags&current=ti_deluxe" rel="nofollow">http://s119.photobucket.com/albums/o154/ababurko/?action=tags&current=ti_deluxe</a> I will take more photos of the frame, but need to source a camera other than the one on my phone. Model: Ti Deluxe Vintage: 2004 Colour: Shot Peened Ti Frame dimensions: 17" traditional Frame condition: Very Good Componentry: seat post clamp Price: $1800 w/ shipping and insurance included. Paypal accepted provided buyer pays fee. Contact details: bob dot ababurko at gmail dot com Your location: San Francisco Bay Area, California Jeff Peel on "08 crown jewel w/ S&S for sale - $3,000obo" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=53#post-177 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:15:40 +0000 Jeff Peel 177@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ reposted again here: <a href="http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/1461958367.html" rel="nofollow">http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/1461958367.html</a> Jeff Peel on "08 crown jewel w/ S&S for sale - $3,000obo" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=53#post-176 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:22:22 +0000 Jeff Peel 176@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ reposted here: <a href="http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/1448939610.html" rel="nofollow">http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/1448939610.html</a> Steve Rogers on "Crown jewel vs ssr.Help me decide." http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=44#post-175 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:52:49 +0000 Steve Rogers 175@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ Well just to put you all out of your misery,cus i know your all bustin to know which frame i went for.I finally got round to ordering an ssr.No paint,it shall arrive resplendent in all its naked stainless lovelyness.And it shall be treated to a rather nice build too.I'll put pics up on the site once its up and running. Andrew Crooks on "[EVENT] I.F. You Please" http://www.ifrider.com/forum/topic.php?id=54#post-174 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:22:56 +0000 Andrew Crooks 174@http://www.ifrider.com/forum/ <a href="http://nycvelo.com/blog/2009/10/i-f-you-please/">NYC Velo Blog Post for I.F. You Please</a>