Built for the long haul; the Independence is an expedition level, touring-specific frameset. It’s extremely durable and equipped with every necessary option to handle a full load. The Independence features a heavy-duty tubeset, three water bottle mounts, a full set of rack and fender mounts (front and rear), and a pump peg. This frameset comes standard with an IF steel touring fork.

Frame/Fork Price
MSRP $2,295*

* Complete pricing depends on custom options and selected componentry.

• Extra strong IF steel fork
• Rack mounts and low rider mounts
• 450 mm chain stays for heel clearance from panniers and better tracking
• Head tube and down tube gusset for optimal strength and stiffness
• Bottom bracket custom machined and relieved for lightweight strength
• Custom machined and heat treated dropouts
• All tubes are sealed except the seat tube to minimize corrosion (Read about seat tube and frame maintenance)
• Choice of 24 stock colors
• 11 decal color combinations
• Non-transferable lifetime warranty on craftsmanship
• 5-year warranty on materials

• Custom paint available – applied in our own PPG Certified paint shop
• 130 or 135 mm rear axle spacing (no additional cost)
• Frame set up for V-brakes or cantilever (no additional cost)
• Regular low rider mounts or Bruce Gordon low rider mounts (no additional cost)
• Choice of derailleur cable routing: HT (V-brake only) or DT with cantis
• Choice of brake cable routing: 7 o’clock (V-brake only) or top
• S&S couplers for ultimate portability
• Pump mounts (no additional cost)
• 44mm head tube

A number of different tube options are available, ranging from Reynolds, True Temper, and Columbus. Tubing is selected based on each rider’s weight and overall riding style for ideal handling.