Any suggestions on a new steel frame/bike?

[Velo Dude]

I'm thinking about getting a new road bike. I don't race (anymore) and I love the feel of a steel frame, so if I get a new bike it'll be a steel frame.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Let's assume money is not an issue--what frame, group, and wheel combination would you recommend? How light can a high-end steel frame bike be these days(not that that's my main concern)?

Thanks.

PS: I'm 5'11", 185lbs., and ride a 58cm frame.

 

[krebs303]

I have been very pleased with my Mondonico.

The Futura Leggero is made with Columbus Life Tubing. The three main tubes are Nivachrome, drawn oversize, with a 0.4mm wall and differentially butted.

The Mondonico Spirit frame tubing is the state of the art Columbus Spirit tubing can be drawn thinner (0.38mm)

 

[Velo Dude]

I have been very pleased with my Mondonico.

The Futura Leggero is made with Columbus Life Tubing. The three main tubes are Nivachrome, drawn oversize, with a 0.4mm wall and differentially butted.

The Mondonico Spirit frame tubing is the state of the art Columbus Spirit tubing can be drawn thinner (0.38mm)

How long have you had it? What group did you build it with? How would you describe the ride? What size is the frame and what's the weight?

 

[Bustedknuckle]

I'm thinking about getting a new road bike. I don't race (anymore) and I love the feel of a steel frame, so if I get a new bike it'll be a steel frame.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Let's assume money is not an issue--what frame, group, and wheel combination would you recommend? How light can a high-end steel frame bike be these days(not that that's my main concern)?

Thanks.

PS: I'm 5'11", 185lbs., and ride a 58cm frame.

http://www.waterfordbikes.com

http://www.gunnarbikes.com

http://www.cinelli-usa.com

 

[Bustedknuckle]

I'm thinking about getting a new road bike. I don't race (anymore) and I love the feel of a steel frame, so if I get a new bike it'll be a steel frame.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Let's assume money is not an issue--what frame, group, and wheel combination would you recommend? How light can a high-end steel frame bike be these days(not that that's my main concern)?

Thanks.

PS: I'm 5'11", 185lbs., and ride a 58cm frame.

http://www.ridetommasini.com

http://www.trialtir-usa.com/2009-derosa/derosa-mp.htm

http://www.colnago.com/collection.php?name=MASTER

 

[krebs303]

How long have you had it? What group did you build it with? How would you describe the ride? What size is the frame and what's the weight?

I've had it since 2002. It has Ultegra. The ride is smoother than my Softride Tri bike. And very stable. I would say it's more of a Mercedes for the Autobahn rather than a Formula 1 for the track. It is a 62cm. i never looked up the weight. But here are some links with more info.

http://www.torelli.com/mondonico/mndnico.html

http://www.torelli.com/mondonico/futrlgro.html

http://www.torelli.com/mondonico/mondospirit.html

 

[mercycle]

Pegoretti, that's what I'd be getting if I was getting a new steel bike. My DeBernardi Columbus SL has served well for about 20 years, but it's getting pretty hard to keep 7 speed Campy running.

My personal choice would be the Luigino, probably in the closest color to the Molteni orange that Eddy used to ride.

http://www.competitivecyclist.com/road-bikes/frame-brand/pegoretti-14.html

 

[TheDude]

I keep thinking about going by and checking these guys out:
http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/bicycle_models#product=50-990

The other one of interest to me is:
http://waterfordbikes.com/now/home.php?newstype=home&navcommand=showall

 

[David Suro]

If price is not a limiting factor, it would be wise to consider having a custom manufactured Serotta or Seven. You would meet with a consultant and explain the ride characteristics you desire. They would help you select the appropriate tubes and geometry so that you get the ride you want. Serotta and Seven are only two of the possibilities. I mention them because they are the choices offered by the shop with which I am affiliated.

As far as components are concerned, all of the options are good. SRAM is the least expensive and the lightest. Campy has the most tradition and envy factor. Shimano makes great stuff, too.

For wheels, let the custom builder recommend a wheelset that will complement the frame to deliver the ride quality you want.

 

[Quicksilver]

http://www.derosanews.com/ Derosa Corum and from Tommasini the Tecno and x fire stainless steel http://www.tommasini.com/telai/tecno.html.
http://www.tommasini.com/telai/x_fire.html

Other steel models to choose from these pair.
They will always be in fashion and neither go down in value.

 

[SierraRider]

I'm thinking about getting a new road bike. I don't race (anymore) and I love the feel of a steel frame, so if I get a new bike it'll be a steel frame.

Does anyone have any suggestions? Let's assume money is not an issue--what frame, group, and wheel combination would you recommend? How light can a high-end steel frame bike be these days(not that that's my main concern)?

Thanks.

PS: I'm 5'11", 185lbs., and ride a 58cm frame.

Here is another Option to consider. My unlce still rides his that was built in 1985 and it is still in beautiful shape. He is 6'2" and 210lbs.
http://www.dellasanta.com/

 

[Hairy Wheels]

Dream steel bike....Independent Fabrications Crown Jewel with 2008 Record 10 speed, 2006 Campy Record Hubs laced to Open Pros. Thomson Masterpiece Post, X2 stem, Ritchey Classic bars...seat of your choice.

Check out Marinoni...custom steel for a great price, good product. Out of Canada but they deal with the US.

 

[kjs0sbn]

K Swanson

This is a great place for steel frames.

Cherry Bicycles
6426 Indian Bluff Road
Battleground, IN 47920
(765) 567-0006 or (cell) 765-430-5992

http://cherry.dcwi.com/cherry/index2.html

 

[LugHugger]

Dude, what's your budget? Pegoretti is, imo, the ultimate Euro steel frame builder. But in your time zone, there are some awesome guys building frames in the US. If I was on the west coast I would be looking at the following:

http://www.iraryancycles.com/
http://www.hampsten.com/

I haven't spoken to the guys at Hampsten. Ira is a totally sound and will be a legend in the future, if he isn't already. Brazing or lugged, his work is outstanding.

Also, Independent Fabrications http://www.ifbikes.com/ and Chris King's framebuilding venture, cielo http://cielo.chrisking.com/, look very tasty too.

My ride is an Enigma Elite http://www.enigmasteel.com/. I can totally recommend Mark as a builder. He built/builds frames for Sean Yates. Enough said. Loads of time to discuss ideas and wants and needs.

Good luck!

PS My brazed Enigma equipped with Rival, Roval Pave SL's and Thomspson kit weighs 18lbs on the nose. Perfect for everyday epic riding. Well, not every day. Some of us have to earn our keep! ;o)

 

[RDV4ROUBAIX]

My dream steel bike would have to be anything from Brent Steelman

www.steelmancycles.com

 

[Bustedknuckle]

Dude, what's your budget? Pegoretti is, imo, the ultimate Euro steel frame builder. But in your time zone, there are some awesome guys building frames in the US. If I was on the west coast I would be looking at the following:

http://www.iraryancycles.com/
http://www.hampsten.com/

I haven't spoken to the guys at Hampsten. Ira is a totally sound and will be a legend in the future, if he isn't already. Brazing or lugged, his work is outstanding.

Also, Independent Fabrications http://www.ifbikes.com/ and Chris King's framebuilding venture, cielo http://cielo.chrisking.com/, look very tasty too.

My ride is an Enigma Elite http://www.enigmasteel.com/. I can totally recommend Mark as a builder. He built/builds frames for Sean Yates. Enough said. Loads of time to discuss ideas and wants and needs.

Good luck!

PS My brazed Enigma equipped with Rival, Roval Pave SL's and Thomspson kit weighs 18lbs on the nose. Perfect for everyday epic riding. Well, not every day. Some of us have to earn our keep! ;o)

My frame, now a bicycle with 1986 C-Record/Delta. 19 pounds on the button.

http://waterfordbikes.com/now/home.php?newstype=r953over

 

[Master50]

How light can a steel bike get?

Colnago Master Olympic which is not a light steel bike, Put a Record group and a pair of Shamal or other light clincher and you can see 17 1/2 to 18 pounds. I had it down to 18 1/2 with standard open pros on record hubs and a heavier Carbon fork. I recently put the steel fork back on and took most of the Carbon off in favour of aluminum for ascetic reasons. 19 1/2 pounds which is still pretty good. Any Steel bike under 20 pounds is not a heavy bike.