Bill's Parlee Z-Zero GT

This week, we are proud to feature Bill’s new Parlee Z Zero GT. This is not Bill’s first custom bike with us, nor is it his first custom carbon Parlee; however, this build represents the culmination of all his cycling experiences into one exceptional machine.

Bill has long enjoyed his current Parlee Z Zero, and for good reason. For over 25 years, Parlee has been crafting world-class custom bicycles in Beverly, MA. Their ability to create carbon frames tailored to any rider’s size or geometry requirements, without restriction, makes them leaders in the industry.

Bill joined us when we recently hosted Parlee’s CEO, John Harrison, for the launch of the Z Zero GT. This model is a complete evolution of the original Z Zero, with every detail reconstructed and re-developed. Parlee’s goal was to maintain a classic, ageless aesthetic while incorporating modern advancements, such as fully internal cable routing and wider tire clearance.

For the finish, Bill selected "Purple Haze" with subtle white accents. To elevate the customization, we special-ordered a Darimo cockpit from Spain and sent it to Parlee to be paint-matched. With the stem, handlebar, seatpost, and bottle cages all finished in the same hue, the result is a perfectly balanced and stunning aesthetic.

We are incredibly grateful to Bill for allowing us to bring another dream build to life. While selling a bike is a success, our greatest honor is having a satisfied client return to collaborate with us on a new project.

If you are interested in learning more about the Z Zero GT or beginning your own custom build, please feel free to reach out.