IP-057 quote

[325racer]

Just had Peter put together a quote for an 057 with rigid fork, wheels, bar, post and some other stuff.   Looking at about $1500ish delivered.

Planning on 3k gloss weave, but planning to have some pinstriping done, so once I find out what kind of finish the pinstriper wants this might be going on order.  Peter said 45 day for production on the frame if I want 3k gloss or matte.

[Izzy]

Peter said 45 day for production on the frame if I want 3k gloss or matte.

3k weave is my favorite as well, but I prob just opt for the UD matte before waiting the 45 days. That said, I'm impatient and 45 days really isn't that long, especially if you already have a bike that you're riding.

Where are you getting the pinstriping done? What color scheme? Def post pics of that.

[325racer]

Haven't got the pinstriper fixed yet, but being in San Diego I have access to one of the best/original in the world in the name of Lyle Fisk.  I sent him an email to start planning, if not, there are plenty of others, being in the heart of Hot Rod/Low Rider country.

As for color and scheme, I'm thinking some red and gold or silver and another color, for actual work, I figured Id mostly leave that to them as the artists.

45 days wont be a big deal, as it will probably be another 3 months after that until I purchase the groupo.  Looking at the new 1x11 XTR.  This will probably end up the most expensive Chiner bike around.

[Vipassana]

Did you look into the IP-256SL?  The price difference is not much.  Personally, I like the looks of the 256 a bit more as well ( looks more svelte/light/quick to me). I would think it would raise you up much more than 100-200 dollars.  And since you said it's already going to be expensive.

Either way, I think pin striping will be awesome. I was going to do that, but the local guy who is incredible wanted between $500 & $1000 to put some paint on the frame and them pin it!  He's good, but this bike isn't worth that!

[325racer]

Looked at the 256, I don't particularly like the look of the top of the rear triangle, that and I weigh 220 and dont expect to ever be below 200, Id rather have a little more strength in the frame.  Also don't like the trap door thing.

With the number of stripers down here Im sure I can find one do it much less than that, so far Im just starting to inquire, but thats the plan.

[Oolak]

The fact that its a rigid fork my make it difficult to claim the illustrious title of most expensive chiner. Either way, custom pinstriping and xtr 1x11 sounds like a ridiculously sweet ride. Can't wait to see it.

[325racer]

True, without a suspension fork it will be less than some, however, i plan to add on eventually.  Its either rigid fork and xtr to start or suspension for and a hobbled together 1x10 groupo.

[Oolak]

If that's the case, then I say definitely take the route you're planning on, rigid fork and xtr, for sure. May even turn out that you like the rigid fork, not mention the pinstriping can be carried over onto the rigid fork and make a more complete looking bike. So at least for pictures - you need the rigid fork 

[jonxmack]

My bike cost me about £1850 ($3150). I've swapped some parts out (got rid of the dropper, added carbon bars) so it's probably only about $3000 now. I'm sure you'd have no trouble beating that though!

[325racer]

The good thing about it, is even at $3k plus, its easily have what it would be for a name brand bike speced the same.  Frames alone are $1000-1500 more, and same for the carbon wheels, bars, etc.

[325racer]

So Peter emailed and said he has the frame I want available within a week.   Ugggg, I wasn't planning to spend the money for another month.

On the plus side, I've been in contact with the pinstriper and he says anyplace from $200-450 depending on colors, complexity, etc.   So paint could end up as much as the frame itself, but would be Amazingly Epic.

[Carbon_Dude]

A beautiful paint job would be a nice thing, however, with paint costing as much as the frame I would think twice about spending the money on that.  If you want some basic paint, like you have seen people post, the cost is around $75.  Not bad considering the amount of work that goes into the paint process.  I did spend the money for basic paint on both my frames as I like to have something a little unique.

Just remember, it is a mountain bike, and it will get nicked, chipped and scratched if you use the bike for it's intended purpose.  My advice would be to do what makes you happy but a bike with a painted frame will not ride any different.

[325racer]

Order being placed tonight, just doing a deposit, with remaining payment later in August, when my Bonus check arrives.  Ordering pretty much everything except the component group.  Frame, fork, wheels, 700mm bars, 400mm seatpost.  Adds up fast, Im looking at $1600.

Figure after my payment, etc, Ill be expecting delivery mid September.

It will go to painter, then groupo will be ordered probably in time for Christmas build.

[325racer]

Boss just informed me Bonuses should hit next week and they are better than expected.  So my full payment may happen sooner.  I was planning on next bonus for components, but might be able to order them with this bonus.  Might move completion to late Agust instead of Christmas!!!!

[325racer]

Two ore days till my bonus is supposed to hit, then I can complete my order.  Its way better than expected so I should be able to order the drivetrain, then wait for it to get to vendors for shipment.   Going with new XTR 1x11....