The ctc forum link is very like the bike of an acquaintance of mine: I couldnt find the posting it was linked from, do you have that Dan ? Im curious to see if its his.
Hi Steve; sure do:
http://forum.ctc.org.uk/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=18006I think I'd cast a vote in favor of this sort of definite, dark Molteni orange. Sometimes, a lighter orange when combined with black doesn't come off so well, but it really depends on how it is executed. Contrasting panels give an old-school, period touch that can look nice if a more classic appearance is a goal.
I like the mercian colour scheme best, but dont have decals for the panels.
I was initially a bit repulsed by the green with orange combo, but on reflection, find it appealing. It is different and interesting, and "ponders" nicely as a complete piece.
Steve, it is very easy to make transfers or decals of your own for use on bicycles. I've done it with good success. Here -- I've made a custom Google search on how to do so:
http://tinyurl.com/pthe9t5If you're wet-painting, then it is easy to cover, protec, and seal the decals (either water-transfer, solvent-transfer, or plotter-vinyl stickers) with a compatible clear coat. If your frame is newly powdercoated, then options for protecting the decals are somewhat more limited
but still possible in many cases (vinyl and many homegrown materials most won't stand the heat-setting of a clear powdercoat...but others can). Gotcha covered on those issues with another custom Google search here:
http://tinyurl.com/o6fg8rxSteve, if I may suggest, a repaint is the perfect time to consider painting your name on the frame as well. Jags did this with his Raleigh, and it surely does personalize the bike and can look very tasteful. It does make resale more problematic -- bad if the sale is deliberate or very, very good if the bike has been stolen and might prevent a theft.
Best,
Dan.
