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Old 07-16-18 | 09:56 PM
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Colnago Mixte
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I really like how this turned out. How is it holding up? I've seen it claimed here that clear powdercoat invariably develops "spiderweb" rust underneath the surface (though why clear should behave differently than any other powdercoat is a mystery to me).

If yours stays looking this good, I'm definitely going with clear first time I get the chance.
I'm keeping an eye on mine. The thing that worries me is that usually items get sandblasted before powdercoating, to ensure a good bond when the beads are applied.

My frame was semi-polished, so it's anyone's guess how well the powdercoating will adhere. Fingers crossed. I too, read the ominous internet threads discussing all the horrible things that will happen if you clear powdercoat a bike frame. I live in a very dry area and almost never ride in the rain, so I have that going for me. Bike is not stored outside either.

We shall see.
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