Thread started by OC_sponger88 at 08.11.07 - 9:50 pm

i wanna paint my bike.
its an 84' Peugeot, fixed gear conversion.

should i do it myself, or get it done professionally?

recommendations?

p.s. i just moved to denver and looking for people to ride with.

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i meant, "painting"...not paintering....
wtf was i thinking?



OC_sponger88
08.11.07 - 9:50 pm

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Having it powder coated is an option, but I think that would be a little more pricey. You'd be amazed what your could do with sandpaper, masking tape and spray paint. Do something cool. Make designs. Be original.



SPOOK
08.11.07 - 9:56 pm

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The folks at CyclArt do some amazing work.



two wheels good
08.12.07 - 12:37 pm

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Cyclart does amazing work, but really you should save that for when you get, say, a collectible Masi that needs a repaint. Your bike is not a mantle piece, it's the one you ride. Just do a rattle-can job! To echo what the previous poster said, you'd be surprised what you can get if you use a clear coat and primer.

Your paint job should probably not cost more than your bike is worth. Sorry, I'm not being a snob, just trying to put things in perspective.



cabhauler
08.12.07 - 1:20 pm

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here are some painting
tips



cured1
08.12.07 - 1:53 pm

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if you're willing to relinquish the exact idea of how you want your bike painted, there's a guy called 'albino' who does great paint jobs for $50. he can get really creative with it (if you like), and he'll take it apart and put it all back together.
wow, swell.



meandmybluebike
08.12.07 - 6:00 pm

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