I've been building custom bikes in Plano for about a year and a half now. I have to say, the custom scene around here (from what I've seen) is more than dismal. I did the Garland show last October & was invited to Dallas shows this year (which I just did) & I have only met one other person doing custom scratch builds. Everything has been road bike racing clubs or the Tweed Ride and bike fashion stuff that honestly my bikes or myself are not about.
When I did the Dallas show in Deep Ellum a week and a half ago, there were people who asked me if I knew any clubs in the DFW area that ride, yes RIDE, bikes like mine or customs in general. I told them I looked all over and haven't found anything. I talked to the director of the show & they too grimaced and said no, but if I found a club/group that does exist, to let them know.
As far as riding goes, I've been a lone wolf for the last year and a half other than occasionally when my wife rides with me. Although, as much attention as I get from all sorts of folks when I'm out riding, I'm hoping that it's inspiring people to start their own builds and that interest will gain momentum. That said, if you know any custom bike riding groups clubs in the DFW area or are interested in getting one going, let me know.
When I did the Dallas show in Deep Ellum a week and a half ago, there were people who asked me if I knew any clubs in the DFW area that ride, yes RIDE, bikes like mine or customs in general. I told them I looked all over and haven't found anything. I talked to the director of the show & they too grimaced and said no, but if I found a club/group that does exist, to let them know.
As far as riding goes, I've been a lone wolf for the last year and a half other than occasionally when my wife rides with me. Although, as much attention as I get from all sorts of folks when I'm out riding, I'm hoping that it's inspiring people to start their own builds and that interest will gain momentum. That said, if you know any custom bike riding groups clubs in the DFW area or are interested in getting one going, let me know.