Cyclocross - Thoughts on custom painting bikes?

Do you think it's a waste? Or does it individualize your bike? Of course, it may become eye candy to a thief, but I'm not too worried about that since I lock mine up in the garage and I don't leave it outside unattended for more than a few mins. It could still happen, but less likely. Or is there something about seeing and knowing what bike others are riding? Just curious.

I looked into it and am still considering it for my old TCR frame. It's stickers are crap (they used to not clear coat over the stickers).
I have a buddy with two custom painted frames and they sure do draw a lot of attention. They are spectacular looking.
I found a local guy who will do just about anything I want for $300 or $350.
Another option is just to powdercoat the thing for ~$80.

I have powdercoated several frames. For me it is to remove graphics but to each their own. I like having personal touches on my bikes.

Yea, Im with you guys... Though I do like the look of the bike I'm (hopefully) getting soon.. (jamis nova pro)..

I have powdercoated several frames. For me it is to remove graphics but to each their own. I like having personal touches on my bikes.
my sentiments exactly. i've also had a few frames powdercoated.

i had my ridley crosswind powdercoated because it looked like the eurotrash lovechild of a dumb nike ad and a rave flier. i think it said 'ridley' on it 11 times!? yuck. i also HATED the graphiczz.

original is always better, even if it looks "crappy".

Yea, Im with you guys... Though I do like the look of the bike I'm (hopefully) getting soon.. (jamis nova pro)..

You want to paint a brand new nova pro? I think that's a hot looking bike. Personally I'd only be tempted to paint a bike that needed it.

NOOO.. i wouldnt paint the nova pro.. i love it's look. I just wanted to see thoughts on painting bikes since I saw one customed out.