Originally Posted by
Sy Reene
Don't forget though, you've still got to add handlbars, stem, saddle and tires. You also have the need to bring all these parts together to a location so that somebody can assemble, box, and then ship it out again. Then after sale, the LBS is on the hook as the warranty representative for all of those parts working correctly.
Actually noticed this, which seems to be the way to go to get the R3 frame, if you can find your size and/or live with colors available.. I think it's a 2018 model config (though frame didn't change going to 2019).
https://www.racycles.com/bikes/road/...gra-bike-13783
Sorry, my post was specific to DIY, not having an LBS build it.
R&A is in Brooklyn, NY and I might be on Long Island in the fall. I'm seriously thinking about stopping by their shop with cash in hand. The R3 frameset is under $2300.
https://www.racycles.com/bikes/road/...frameset-13786
Stylish high-vis.
-Tim-