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You may know Mosaic as a boutique titanium framebuilder, but the Boulder-based company also happens to make really, really sweet steel frames for those who prefer that unmistakable ride of a well-crafted steel bike. Hello, Mosaic RS-1.

So what’s so special about the RS-1? First, the lead-time is six weeks. That’s ridiculously impressive considering each frame comes with rider specific geometry and matching Columbus Spirit HSS steel tubes for a tuned ride.

But the individualization obviously doesn’t stop there. Available in both caliper and disc brake variants, the RS-1 can be painted in your choices from Mosaic layouts and 45 stock colors, all done by their in-house paint shop Spectrum Paint & Powderworks.

In addition, each frame can be tailored for mechanical/ Di2/ EPS/ eTap shifting. Also included is a tapered Chris King DropSet Headset and a braze-one from derailleur mount. There’s even a choice of 68mm english-thread or a PF30 68mm bottom bracket to choose from. The seat post diameter is at a fixed 27.2mm.

In addition, each frame can be tailored for mechanical/ Di2/ EPS/ eTap shifting. Also included is a tapered Chris King DropSet Headset and a braze-on front derailleur mount. There’s even a choice of 68mm english-thread or a PF30 68mm bottom bracket. The seat post diameter is at a fixed 27.2mm.

Other small details worth noting are star-shaped cable port/bottle boss reinforcements and an integrated derailleur hanger.

For the caliper brake-equipped frames, the RS-1 will be spec’d with QR front and rear, 28mm tire clearance and an ENVE carbon road fork.

Meanwhile, the disc-version, the RS-1d will come with front (142×12) and rear (100×12) thru-axles, flat-mount brakes front and rear, 30mm of tire clearance, and a carbon Columbus Futura Disc fork.

The RS-1/RS1d are available to order today for $6,000 per frameset.

In case you haven’t noticed from everyone’s NAHBS coverage, there was a lot of Mosaic at the show similar to the number of S-Works at your local crit.

NAHBS Mosaic titanium custom bikes SRAM — One of the most talked about Mosaic with a red to silver fade at the SRAM booth

Seriously, there was enough to do a whole NAHBS gallery on just the Mosaics. I almost did.

NAHBS Mosaic RT-2 650b titanium custom bikes Billy's special

There was one that didn’t get much buzz though. Our friend Billy got engaged this past fall and he commissioned a custom Mosaic as an engagement gift for his partner in crime, Beth.

It’s a custom RT2 650B built around a SRAM Force 1×11 drivetrain plus a heavy dosage of parts from Paul Component and White Industries throughout. As a matter of fact, Paul handmade a pair of titanium rings for the couple. There are also three bottle mounts for those long trips in the woods and since it’s a Mosaic, it has sweet black paint with pink trim and a dash of glitter.

An understated, yet extremely durable and U.S. made White Industries crankset

Buttery smooth White Industries headset will last for years to come

Paul Component Klamper mechanical disc brake for the braking moments

Don't mind the dust on the frame, but this RT2 utilizes a full-length housing for its rear disc brake

How about that for an engagement gift?

Steel, The Mosaic Way

Billy’s Special

Billy’s Special

It’s DAVE From Cal Poly