Ruby Versus Madone (again?)

[kelownagirl]

How long does it take to get a custom bike? I want my new bike by April.

[tulip]

Depends--call around to framebuilders (but that's a short timeframe).

[Mr. SR500]

Roark is a builder in my region, I believe they have about a 6 week lead time, but you may need to contact them directly. They also sell direct, and while not a nice as having a knowledgeable dealer fit you, I believe they are more then capable of giving you the bike you want.

http://www.roarkcycle.com/default.asp

[sgtiger]

It took R&E 3 1/2 weeks to complete my Rodriguez. It was supposed to be 3 weeks but my bike's paint job was delayed because they had to finish some exhibition frames for the NAHBS last year. Like, who ever heard of that? Pattooie!

FYI, I think it had been a slow couple of months for them when I ordered my bike, so the turn around time may not be typical for them. It seems anywhere from 3 to 6 months is more the norm for most of the frame-builders around here. Of course, if you want one of the mega superstar frame builders to build your bike then you'll have to wait two to six years, like Sacha White(5 yr wait list. <sigh>).