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Independent Fabrication Crown Jewel Planet X Steel Cross Bike Frame, Fork, 56cm Independent Fabrication Crown Jewel Planet X Steel Cross Bike Frame, Fork, 56cm Independent Fabrication Crown Jewel Planet Cross – Serial #402X356 – A Friend in Candy Apple Green Soul of Steel Born in Somerville’s hallowed workshops (Serial #402X356), this Crown Jewel Cross represents everything that made Independent Fabrication legendary. The 402nd frame of its year, marked with the ‘X’ that designates IF’s dedicated cyclocross craftsmanship, this isn’t just another bike frame – it’s a piece of American cycling heritage waiting for its next adventure. That stunning candy apple green finish isn’t just paint; it’s the outward expression of the frame’s personality, as bold and distinctive as the riders who choose IF. The Ride If you’ve never experienced a proper IF steel frame, you’re in for a revelation. The Crown Jewel Cross delivers that mythical “buttery smooth” steel ride while maintaining the precise handling, high ground clearance, and a beast of a ride demanded by cyclocross racing. The True Temper steel tubing, hand-selected and masterfully brazed, creates a frame that feels alive beneath you. It smooths the chatter of gravel, floats through grass, and still responds with authority when you need to power through a muddy uphill or sprint for the tape. This is the kind of frame that makes you smile every time you throw a leg over it – not just a bike, but a faithful friend for whatever course lies ahead. Condition Frame presents beautifully in its original Candy Apple Green finish. Shows some chain wear on chainstay as expected from cyclocross use. Minor cosmetic marks consistent with age can be found under close inspection. All threads, dropouts, and braze-ons are clean and true. Before You Buy – A Note from Paul Every frame I sell has been personally inspected and honestly described, but I want you to be 100% confident in your decision. Please take a moment to watch the detailed video included with this listing. Due to the personal nature of frame fit and the cost of shipping, I cannot accept returns. That’s why I encourage you to reach out to me directly with any questions, whether they’re about dimensions, condition, or build suggestions. I’m Paul – not a chatbot, not a sales team, just a fellow cyclist who wants to make sure this IF finds the right home. Let’s talk about this frame and make sure it’s perfect for you before you buy. Sizing & Fit Built for riders approximately 5’9″ to 5’11”, this 56cm frame features classic cyclocross geometry: Top Tube: 56cm (center-to-center) Seat Tube: 60cm (top-to-center) Down Tube: 64cm (center-to-center) Chainstays: 43cm (center-to-center) 700c wheels with generous tire clearance for proper cyclocross rubber Workshop Wisdom The front derailleur cable routing is particularly clever – it runs along the top tube before dropping to a pulley wheel, allowing use of a traditional bottom-pull derailleur while maintaining optimal cyclocross performance in muddy conditions. Frame Details Material: Premium True Temper steel tubing Rear Spacing: 130mm Classic cyclocross-specific cable routing including pulley system for front derailleur Cantilever brake mounts Original Candy Apple Green finish with silver IF block lettering Building Requirements Headset: External cup 34mm 1-1/8″ (29mm crown) Bottom Bracket: English threading Seatpost: 27.2mm Front Derailleur: 32mm bottom pull Brakes: Cantilever Stem: 1-1/8″ What’s Included Original matching fork Front brake cable hanger King Cage Stainless Water bottle cages and mounts Front derailleur cable guides with pulley and barrel adjuster Seatpost clamp All original cable routing hardware Is This Your Bike Thing? Whether you’re dreaming of autumn mud, gravel adventures, or adding a significant piece to your collection, this frame won’t wait long. This is a chance to own a piece of cycling heritage that’s ready to build and call your own. Inspected and Cleaned Before our frames are listed for sale, we extensively check them for any issues detailing any flaws and going through with a fine toothed comb, cleaning and detailing so your frame is ready to build Shipping and Discounts Check out more frames HERE . The shipping estimate is based on the UPS estimate. Package size is roughly 32"x32"x6" and weighs about 10lbs. Be aware that Ebay may not tax shipping. Taxes may only apply to the cost of the item. Our Guarantees to You Your items will be packed and shipped safely and quickly. We will do our absolute best to assure that the product you receive matches the product you viewed, high resolution pictures and video are available for each product demonstrating the exact item you are purchasing. If we failed to represent your product accurately, a return and or partial refund will be available. Please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your satisfaction is our top priority. Overview : Our refund and returns policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have passed since your purchase, we can’t offer you a full refund or exchange. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it. Several types of goods are exempt from being returned, such as opened DVDs, bike frames, wheels, and shipping costs. There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted, such as clothing (20% restocking fee), any item not in its original condition, is damaged, or missing parts for reasons not due to our error, and any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery. Refunds : Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment within a certain amount of days. Sale Items: Only regular priced items may be refunded. Closeout items cannot be refunded. No refunds on best offer purchases. Exchanges: Certain components may be exchangeable if in stock. Defective DVD or Blu-Ray discs will be replaced at no cost. Offerings We provide an amazing section of indoor cycling and spinning workouts on DVD and Blu-Ray: Our Videos We also provide a large selection of cycling related goods: Workout Videos on DVD Workout Videos on Blu-Ray Bike Components | Bars | BB | Brakes | Cassettes | Cranks & Chain Rings | Derailleurs | Headsets | Pedals | Saddles | Shifters | Stems | Bicycle Frames | Forks Bicycle Wheels | Hubs | Rims Apparel | Other