Really happy with how this video turned out. I was genuinely impressed with Curtis' craft. The attention to detail, the hands on, the visual work flow. Hes still got a while to go, but before he hangs up the torch, Ill definitely get myself a Retrotec Twin!
Having wanted a Retrotec since the Cool Tool days, this was fun to watch. As a builder, I’ve tried a handful of times what he does on a weekly basis and it’s hard to describe how difficult it is to get those bends right for different sized frames - and for every frame to look great. I hope when he’s ready to retire he can pass the torch to someone and keep Retrotec going into the future, but I’m not sure it would be the same without Curtis.
Definitely on my radar. It’s so fun making these videos with framebuilders, I’m glad people are enjoying them too. When I get some time I want to visit Rob English. I love his bikes, and he is so nice.
Really happy with how this video turned out. I was genuinely impressed with Curtis' craft. The attention to detail, the hands on, the visual work flow. Hes still got a while to go, but before he hangs up the torch, Ill definitely get myself a Retrotec Twin!
Nothing cooler than a Curtis built Retrotec Twin. Curvy and cool!!
Thanks Curtis👊
I know, I’ll order myself a twin before Curtis hangs up the torch!
@@Daniel_Yang_ARTEFACT we can work on some interesting 3D parts for your Daniel
Curtis is by far my favorite builder! Thank you for sharing his story and his process. Absolutely beautiful bikes
I remember seeing that juice blender bike at a bike music festival at Golden Gate Park sometime in 2012-2013. So dope.
that sounds about right. It was fun to have a small part of making that project happen
Wow what a great insight on Retrotec esp the shop tour! Gotta love things with curves, just like my Finals test curves
Such an art form bending tubes. Thanks for the vid.
Definitely. To me Curtis’s bikes are some of the most artistic, even though he refuses to admit it!
Curtis makes amazing bikes, I have 2 and my wife has 1.
Thank you Gary. Always fun to see what you get up to on them
Love seeing his tube roller set up, great video!
That roller makes a very satisfying sound too!
CURRRRTISSSSSSSSSSSSS! Love that guy!
Great video. Really interesting to hear from THE frame builder and not a company name only. Something just so cool about that.
Having wanted a Retrotec since the Cool Tool days, this was fun to watch. As a builder, I’ve tried a handful of times what he does on a weekly basis and it’s hard to describe how difficult it is to get those bends right for different sized frames - and for every frame to look great.
I hope when he’s ready to retire he can pass the torch to someone and keep Retrotec going into the future, but I’m not sure it would be the same without Curtis.
Thank you Whit
Love that we get to see the process and how friendly and down to earth Curtis is!
Curtis is a great guy, role model for many younger builders!
Great video! Curtis shreds 🤘
Old man was dropping me!
@@Daniel_Yang_ARTEFACT I am only medium old
😍 LOVE the double top tubes. 😍 It would be so AWESOME to see one with clear coat all built up so you could see all the raw welds. 😍
Yes! That fillet brazed seat tube - seat stay junction is beautiful!
Those a very cashy on theebay right now.
I want that orange bike. Looks like my size too. 😇
you know i can make you one
@@retrotecbikes Sadly the low value of the AUD plus shipping and taxes would make that a $6000 proposition.
This was a great episode. Do you think you can visit builders & shops in Vancouver, Canada & other PNW builders?
Definitely on my radar. It’s so fun making these videos with framebuilders, I’m glad people are enjoying them too. When I get some time I want to visit Rob English. I love his bikes, and he is so nice.
@Daniel_Yang_ARTEFACT that would be cool as his righty bike are interesting. I also like the weird & interesting stuff coming from Schon & Wzrd.
No habla Inglis Cycles 😉😉😉