Originally Posted by
gregjones
The paint isn't all that bad, I'd move it to last on the list of stuff. Level out your bars and get rid of the nerd ring on the chainring. Get a nice saddle next. You are on the right track.
Having the bars at that angle keeps my wrists straight, I have an old injury that gets aggravated otherwise. And the paint is an afternoon's work. Like I said, once I get some more parts that necessitate a major disassembly of the bike, I'll do the paint.
As for the nerd-ring... Yeah it looks even more weird without it. That particular crankset relies on it. And it keeps my pants out of the chain. (Remember, I ride this to work, not allowed to wear shorts where I work.)
Also I look like a bear riding this thing. The bike is pretty well sized for me, but I'm also still a pretty burly dude.