Originally Posted by
puchfinnland
powdercoating may be quick and cheap with very good results but it is almost impossible to take off in the future.
my folder has powdercoat, one small nick and the rust travels under it and the finish comes of in chips, hell to touchup.
I prefer paint
This is true.
On paint, graphics and or detailing that I would have a problem with are the deciding factors to paint it myself or send it out. Having a painter on the same "wavelength" as you is necessary. Painting a bicycle is not generally a money making proposition, money spent will rarely be recouped. The pleasure of having a nice finish, correct graphics, different color, protection from future trouble is the value.