Patriot

Ok, here's the handlebars.

And yes, they're pink too.

cuda2k

I think I can see the unmasked parts on those. I like the front bracket for the cyclocomputer. Looking forward to seeing it all unwrapped and installed together.

pelotonracer

Patriot, you MUST get matching pink Record Ergopower levers ala:

Patriot

Well, I am going with white bar tape. So, that will be a good match.

Here's the bars uncovered. I wetsanded off the decals. They turned out pretty good. I like them, and so does she. That's all that matters. Now, I get to start clear coating everything. I think I may let everything sit for a while, and let the paint cure up for a couple weeks. I'm also debating whether I want to get a cf seatpost and paint that too. We'll see.

cuda2k

Looks even better than I had thought seeing the taped up version.

You know you want to do the seatpost.

pelotonracer

What's your build kit going to be on this? And might I say you have far too much time on your hands- how much time did it take (approx.) to do this kind of stuff? I myself may be interested in the future.

Patriot

It takes bilions and billions....

No, it doesn't take that long, when you get used to doing it. My first couple of projects took forever, and were more experimental and provided me with a time consuming leraning curve. But, now I can do this kind of work in a matter of hours. Still not fast enough to do it for a living, but fast enough that I can still remember what my wife and kids look like after being in the garage painting all afternoon.

Paint the seatpost? Well, probably not. I'm thinking of going with an American Classic seatpost, but not quite certain yet.

Well, here is everything together. It really looks good being all together like this. It's the first time I've had a chance to see what my initial sketches look like for real in 3D.

These are probably the last set of pics I'll post on this for a while, as I need to save up for a gruppo, wheels, etc.

I will build it up with the new '07 Campy Record and Ultra-Torque CT crank. I'm also on my way to deciding on wheels. I'm still not sure which set to go with. So far, I'm leaning towards AC-420's, or another set of XR-1's like I used on Fast Attack. I've had good success with them. And, the bike may look good with stealth wheels.

Anyway, here ya go.











And no, this frame is not for sale.



Anyway

cuda2k

This is going to look amazing with a 07 Record group on it with that new carbon CT UltraTorque crank. My only worry is the vastly different carbon look of the crank against the frame's weave. But I think you've got enough color in the BB area where it won't be bad at all. The AC's will look good on the frame. Maybe a Campagnolo G3 patterned set perhaps? Zondas?

Patriot

Zondas? No, too heavy. This is going to be a weight weenie bike. Around 15#. So, I need very light wheels around 1500g or less.

nickf829

BEAUTIFUL! I can't believe how well all the graphics flow together. I would like to back up the carbon seatpost idea. While you're at it, may as well throw in the new 30g carbon saddle to match(painted of course)! However, Your wife may not appreciate that weight savings as much when she has to sit on it.

trek4ever

You know you're OCP when the dumbbell your frame is resting on matches your frame .

Learn_not2burn

Hey Patroit, I'm sorry if I missed the details, but do you mind giving a bit of detail on what kind of paint and equipment you used? Any tips for laying out the graphics on the frame? I have access to a paint booth, and a ton of painting equipment, but have only painted car body panels myself and one road bike all black. Just interested in getting some tips for my next paint job!

Thanks!

hi565

Hmm...I very much so like the flow of the job, especially the pink on the handle bar to top tube.


Another Idea I had, was to paint the wheels. Get some nice deep rims, and create a similar design on the wheels. That would be kickin!

Oh and if you can, the Pink Ergo levers would rule beyond belief...

trek4ever

Oh, oh! Paint the "AMERICAN CLASSIC" decals on the AC420's pink! That would be SVEET!

domestique

Wow! very nice... how did PBK package the carbon bars? I hope not in the stupid plastic bag...... I have been thinking about getting bars from them but have been hesistant about their shipping methods.

ka12na

Wow that's ****ing awesome... Tell me your secrets..=

Patriot

I have gotten quite used to using Auto Air Colors. It's an acrylic based auto paint.

I have no definites on graphics yet.

I have a 25gal vertical compressor in my garage, ,and a regulator/filter which I hook into with my airbrush. I like the regulator on such a large tank. it allows me to work without the little compressor constantly going. I can easily set the pressure from 0-90psi for a variety of equipment, from airbrushes, to my touch-up gun for clear coating, to large scale auto paint guns.

Best tip I can give for airbrushing. Get one, and practice.

Patriot

No, I will not paint the wheels.

Patriot

If I remember, they came in a plastic bag, but the bars were wrapped with bubble-wrap inside the bag. They were more than good enough for their trip. Even if they had no bubble-wrap, they are so light, you could toss around the box, and I doubt it would ever hurt them either way.

If you are concerned about it, just add a little note when you place an order. Ask them nicely if they could ensure some bubble-wrap around the bars, to protect them from the long and torturous trip.

blandin

I can't find words to do your work justice.

ViperZ

Looking nice, the bars tie in very well!

brianallan

I think you should get some deep dish carbon wheels and do pink & white accents along the edges.

RoadToad

Dang, dang, dang! Very nice work, Patriot!

loketar

Holy CRAP, I LOVE that bike!! Like, I really love it! Hey, I'm in Eastern Washington - (Spokanada, lol)... wanna come over and paint mine???

Dubbayoo

I love how you blended paint with the natural carbon...now build that sucker up so we can see it!