FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

It depends. Usually it’s not necessary and Brad can nail the fit using information and measurements we gather from you. If you have discomfort while riding, old injuries causing pain, physical limitations, or you just want to get a fit, it can be very helpful. If you choose to get a bike fit, it is imperative you do some research to find a qualified and experienced fitter in your area. If you’re near the Bay area CA, Asheville NC, Boulder CO, or Steamboat Springs CO, we can recommend a qualified fitter.

All bikes are custom and therefore prices vary a lot. Frame alone prices start at $3500 for a quick release (rim brake) road frame, $4200 for a gravel, allroad, or hardtail MTB, $4400 for a fatbike, $4400 adventure frame (think Tour Divide), and $9000 for a tandem frame. Most frames will have some customizations or additional weld-ons which require more time and focus. As we customize the frame with things like internal routing for a hydraulic brake hose or Di2 wires, extra bottle mounts, rack mounts, fender mounts, couplers, fancy finish options, or other things, the price increases. A complete bike can be anywhere from $9,000 – $14,000 and up depending on component choices and customizations. A complete Tandem bike is usually $18,000 and up. A frameset (gravel or allroad) including fork and headset is probably in the $5200 ballpark depending on customizations.

We provide a customized, detailed estimate for your approval as we begin the ordering process and get to know what components you prefer and will suit your bike the best.

No. We believe straight gauge tubing is the best option for most riders. Considering limited sizes of high quality butted tubing available there would most likely be compromises in construction of the frame and ride quality if we used butted tubing, among other reasons but we won’t go down the rabbit hole here right now.

If your decals are worn or peeling off over time, we sell replacement decals on the Bingham Built webstore. You can remove the old ones by simply peeling off the old decal. Most likely it will leave some adhesive residue that can be easily removed with a small amount of acetone or paint thinner in a well-ventilated area. A final wipe with acetone will prepare the surface for the new decals.

No. We do not modify or repair any bikes besides our own.

Due to the nature of our very small business, the way we operate, limited resources, time, & energy we can’t offer sponsorship for teams or individuals.

Yes. We can do a complete refurbish on the frame more thoroughly than you’ll be able to do on your own by routine washing and cleaning. Contact us to schedule and send us the frame alone (it must be stripped of all components). Prices start at $300 and include a frame inspection, alignment check, new decals, and a name on the top tube. Please note that a bead blast finish cannot be refinished as a brushed finish.

Sometimes! We don’t have a demo or used bike right now but this is the place to check if something becomes available.

If your bike was built in 2017 or later it will say the maximum tire size your frame was built around on the original CAD drawing. If it’s older than that, the best way to determine maximum tire clearance is take some measurements by hand, make your best estimate and then try the tires on to see if they fit. Keep in mind different rims have an effect on how wide a tire measures, and could be more or less than what it reads on the tire label. Always make sure whatever tire you’re trying on is approved for your rims! Check the rim manufacturer website and/or the tire website if you’re not sure.

Yes, but it probably won’t accomplish what you have in mind. It won’t allow for greater tire clearance, you’ll need a new fork that is compatible with your headtube, new brakes/shifters, new wheels, and probably other drivertrain parts depending on what you currently have and it’s compatibility. Please note it is extremely difficult to source road and gravel disc forks compatible with the older smaller diameter headtubes. If your bike is 6+ years old, chances are you have the smaller 1 1/8” diameter head tube. The new fork will also need to have the correct rake/offset to work well with your bike. Bottom line is that it’s possible but usually not as simple as it seems and probably more trouble than it’s worth.

Your best best bet for a tune up is to schedule an appointment with a local bike shop. Local bike shops and bicycle maintenance shops are set up for tune ups, whereas we’re set up for manufacturing and building new bikes and may not have the proper cleaning or maintenance tools to complete a thorough tune up. 

No.