for the record, I don't think your bike is ugly, at all. If I didn't know it was a single speed, I would like it a lot more. And I don't believe I said anything about having more control in a turn, the reason behind my "adding a rear brake" is for the "oh sh1t" factor. I have heard of front brake failing so to me, it just seems to add another safety factor.

Like I said, the colors look good, I have a black/red/white fetish too. Red/Black combo is my favorite color scheme. Maybe not the white tires, but the fork and frame match well, very eye pleasing. I considered the same fork for my road build, but gave up due to its weight. The only thing I can think of that adds a little "zing" would be a pair of Ksyrium ES. The red spoke should do well with the frame and fork.

Have you considered a white saddle?

I still think it can be improved on, coughfixedcough.

edit: I really hope you're fast. "cause if I saw you riding down the street on that, you can bet I'd come up and see just "how fast" you are. Although given your choice of gears, I hope I'm on my geared bike.