Actually most of the frames John Murphy builds are the Ultras! He builds about eight to twelve a year! He has expressed to me that he would like to do some less fancy frames but he is "pigeon holed".
Well, I didn't know that. Thanks. Last time I talked to john was about 5 years ago, so I guess things have changed a bit. I understand what has happened to him. I fight it too in a way. Reality is that half my business or more is TIG welded reasonably priced road and mountain frames. I often hear that somebody would love one of my bikes but can't afford nor do they want the fancy stuff when that is a relative rarity for me. Have a good one!
Dave Bohm
Bohemian Bicycles
http://www.bohemianbicycles.com