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  • After owning, alu, carbon and steel bikes in that order I have come to the conclusion that I have never owned (and ridden) a titanium bike so I am contemplating the idea of a n+1 to fill the gap. I like the idea of uncommun high end bespoke and handmade bike with custom paint so I have been looking at a few brands that I like and would tick those boxes.

    My question is if you had to chose which one would you go for and why?

    22bikes
    Ind. Fab.
    Enigma
    Moots
    Mosaic
    Reilly

    Other?

  • I'll take this opportunity to recommend Justin Burls.
    http://www.burls.co.uk
    His web site is having a 'refurb' at the moment but his Facebook page has a ton of pics of existing builds.
    Back in May I took the decision to get a custom Ti frame and after weighing up all the options I went with burls and the experience was simply brilliant.
    I almost went for a No22 Little Wing but the geo was a little out, I wanted a couple of features that are rarely offered on 'track' frames and I really wanted to try and buy within the UK.
    Next I spoke to Enigma who weren't entirely unhelpful but a little arrogant. The two reasons I didn't go with them were A: After several conversations it became clear that they have close to zero experience of track or fixed gear bikes and B: They were more interested in selling me what they wanted to sell me than what I actually wanted.
    Then came Burls. Quite honestly the best customer service I've ever experienced. Justin's a great chap and will listen and advise when asked and basically do absolutely everything to achieve your goal. His titanium frames are made in Russia by a very small team of builders with whom he has a close relationship. As such, any small details are attended to quickly and easily without the risk of things getting lost in the ether.
    The quality of the frame I now have is absolutely stunning and I couldn't be happier. The best thing is that it's designed by me, it fits me perfectly (unlike anything off the peg) and the price was pretty damn good too!

  • +1 for Justin Burls, I've had my custom road bike for a few years now. From my initial bike fit CAD file we ended up making a really beautiful road bike I've happily done thousands of miles on. He is really friendly and made the whole process very easy.

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