I've been talking with a guy about building a frame. I want it to be under 6 lbs and as strong as any current frame available. But I want to incorporate some oldschool flair to set it apart from the rest of the pack. GT style down tube or double toptube. Let me know what you think. Right now myself and the builder are just talking about doing this but I would really like some feed back. Thanks guys

Hmmmmmm, what would I do If I were in a position where I could build my own frame?

I'm thinking a modern re-do of the Stingray cantilever style frame with larger diameter tubes, beefy drops outs, modern geometry etc. I know BMXed Stingrays were never part of the freestyle scene, but I still think it would be pretty cool.

-Z

I always liked the double top/ down tubes like the exhibitionist, but I think someone on here built one like that already if I remember right. I guess it depends on flatland, dirt or what? For all around i'd definitely do twin top tubes.

RL20 II

Got go with either a modern version of the Kuwahara Bravo Pro - twin top tube, long-squat frame or a modern version of a Dyno Pro Compe.

AB

Keep em comin

Dbl Top Dbl Down Flatland Geometry w rear foot platform behind seat tube.Oval Tubing
6Lbs incl. Forks
My thoughts/dreams

long ago i had 2 broken frames an 88 gt pro freestyletour and a haro master. i put the masters twin tube inplace of the gts top tube. and used two 3 inch tubes by the seatpost tube like the ozone frames had .it looked awsome.but it was to backend heavy.

When I get some time (like that will happen), I am going to build up a Redline Device newschool frame with complete all old shool parts. I found that I can place a 1" headset on some 5" Redline tapered forks and it works! The cups fall into the frame, but it rested inside, and once tighten down, I think it will work quite well.

Stephen

I'm liking the dyno pro-compe direction or maybe the 87 GT styling. The trick star would have been my default option, but that's been done before!

Keeping it under 6 pounds with all the extra tubes and stuff is going to be a challenge.

Should I go for park geometry or flat?

Dyno Pro Compe but with bigger fork dropouts so you can fit a new pegs. But keep the bend in the fork.

I like the idea of the Pro Compe or Performer. I would try to keep the weight lower, like what the frames used to weigh.
It depends on how you use it tho'. It would definitely have thick dropouts. I never broke a frame doing flat or vert, but I was never able to do rolling tricks or ever get above 2 - 3 ft out on a ramp (which shows how little I know about stresses on frames).
Street, on the other hand, is murder on frames and forks. After some of the videos that I've seen on here, I would have to say that the current designs are very proven, however VERY boring.
Would like to see what you come up with.

I agree with the Compe suggestions, but you know me, I'm partial to Dyno's anyways.

I knew I wouldn't even have to ask you FISH.