JV Designs

Why custom? For fit & preference. I had the opportunity to ride one of Tom Pidcock’s race bikes that on paper ‘fits’ me. Although it fits me, it is setup to someone else’s preferences.

I will always prioritize getting a bike fit every 3 years (or more regularly) but the fit numbers need to be balanced with changing preferences. Off the shelf bikes are designed with an ‘ideal’ (non-existent) rider in mind. That ideal is removed from the reality of personal riding style & preferences. Only the custom process lets you merge fit data with riding preference to design a bike for you & your goals.

It’s been busy after coming back from the MADE show in Portland last month. Here’s a preview of a fun build I just wrapped up.

Pro tip: know what your favorite mechanic likes to drink so when you run into trouble they will bail you out.

Before custom bikes I worked in live sound, specifically as sound engineer. While at first glance they might not seem to have much in common but the values of attention to details, reliability, dependability & top-tier quality are at the core of both.

The ability to translate an idea, whether a bike or a guitar tone, into a tangible day-to-day physical thing are the challenge & the reward. Knowing the pieces & how the work requires expertise. Tailoring those pieces to suit your needs & goals requires communication. What is your next bike going to be?

The clean lines of golden era steel frames are now classic but upgrading those era frames can be tricky. Compatibility is one aspect; tube selection & condition is another; plus care & maintenance are all important factors in rejuvenating a classic frame. When done right, they can be true show stoppers!

From idea to reality, custom bikes are a process. You do not need to know all the details before you start. Dreams are rarely fully fleshed out products but more often feelings & ideas. That’s where we come in to walk you through the process & make those inspiring feelings & ideas into a reality.

Concierge service is what JV Designs is all about. Taking your connection with bikes, people & places to create a specific bike for you to experience the world around you.