Wheel Graphics On or Off you decide

supergunn
supergunn Posts: 59
edited November 2010 in MTB general
Hi Guys,
Need your help.
Just bought new wheels for my old GT commuter.
One day I think they look great the next day I'm not sure then the next day look great again etc.
Would like to let you guys decide and I will go with whatever gets most votes.
I don't have any theft worries as my bike is allowed in my place of work and it's locked up at home.
Is it OTT or not.
I'm getting mixed comments from workmates etc.
I'm planning to put red V8 pedals on and maybe red Oury grips or Ergon grips.
Ergon's are winning at the moment due to the comfort aspect.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/55618568@N04/5156041790/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/55618568@N04/5156043654/

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  • mossmotorsport
    mossmotorsport Posts: 356
    Personally I don't like the graphics but that's just my opinion. I am curious though (unrelated from post) - but why do you have a single speed conversion? Does that not become a pain? :)
    Specialized FSR XC Expert 2010
  • supergunn
    supergunn Posts: 59
    Hi mossmotorsport,
    Thank you for your reply.

    So that's one for graphics off.

    The reason I converted to single speed is because I use the bike for commuting 5 miles e/w and my commute is totally flat.

    The bike has now become so much lighter and the maintainance is almost zero.
    Wash bike once a week and clean and relube chain.

    It's the best thing I've done but would not recommend it if your commute is hilly or you want to take it to the trails.

    Regards

    Supergunn.
  • Ber Nard
    Ber Nard Posts: 827
    I say keep 'em.

    Yes they look a bit lairy but they work with the bike. If you're thinking of adding more red bits it will all tie in nicely.

    I think you'd regret taking them off.

    Rob
  • supergunn
    supergunn Posts: 59
    Thank's Rob,
    That's 1-1
    I,m also thinking red skewers and a red seat post clamp.

    Regards
    Supergunn
  • Barteos
    Barteos Posts: 657
    Less is more :)
  • Stoo61
    Stoo61 Posts: 1,394
    I think those decals are a little too much.
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  • supergunn
    supergunn Posts: 59
    Thanks guys,

    3 for off 1 for on

    Keep em coming.
    Love Stoo 61s Boardman very nice
  • *AJ*
    *AJ* Posts: 1,080
    Needs more red bits, but yeah keep them.
  • stu8975
    stu8975 Posts: 1,334
    Try www.slikgraphics.com for different coloured ones that match better (prob have to custom order them), changed mine ZTR's from red/black to blue/white and it looks way better.
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  • u05harrisb
    u05harrisb Posts: 531
    graphics off buddy sorry, good wheels im sure but bit too flash for me
  • WierdBeard
    WierdBeard Posts: 49
    Graphics look cool, but bike doesnt tie in with it. Id get black n red grips and saddle maybe. Possibly add bit of red trim to blend it all in so the wheels dont look so loud by themselves.
    pain is weakness leaving the body...
  • Johnny Napalm
    Johnny Napalm Posts: 1,458
    If it were mine I'd take them off, but if you like them, then keep them. It doesn't matter if a million people say they don't like them...as long as you do!
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  • supergunn
    supergunn Posts: 59
    Hi Guys ,

    I'm making it 5-4 in favour of remove graphics.

    In response to keep them if you like them , that's the problem one day I think they look good then the next I don't.

    When the post goes stale I'll go with what wins.

    Regards
    Supergunn
  • mobilekat
    mobilekat Posts: 245
    OFF!!!!

    unless you add a lot more red else where!

    But thats only an opinion!

    :D
    Wheeze..... Gasp..... Ruddy hills.......
  • SWEETY-4x4
    SWEETY-4x4 Posts: 43
    I would wait until you have added your other red parts as you might find you every thing ties in just right :wink:
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  • dubcat
    dubcat Posts: 754
    I would add the red bits you are going to add and then make a decision. Hwrd to tell without them there.
    2010 Specialized Rockhopper
    2012 Bianchi Infinito
  • weekendwonder
    weekendwonder Posts: 68
    Off with them!

    8)
  • dennisn
    dennisn Posts: 10,601
    Why don't YOU decide? :roll:
  • supergunn
    supergunn Posts: 59
    Hi Guys

    I really appreciate your opinions good or bad.

    I figured the best people to tell me would be guys who are into cycling because i'm undecided if I like them or not.

    The score is 7 - 4 in favour of off with the graphics.

    I know there will be members who couldn't care less if I keep them on or remove them
    but I am only having a bit of fun and I do value your opinions.

    When the topic goes stale and no replies in 48 hours I will take whatever action the members decide.
  • danlikesbikes
    danlikesbikes Posts: 3,898
    If I were you I'd wait till you'd added your other bits in red. That way if it looks good you don't need to worry about doing anything else, whereas if it still looks odd you can take them off then.
    Pain hurts much less if its topped off with beating your mates to top of a climb.
  • dan shard
    dan shard Posts: 722
    More is more. Keep them on

    (Then again I own a cube so Im biased towards larey)
  • Fars
    Fars Posts: 26
    I normally love wheel graphics, but in this case I think they look bad and don't fit at all.

    Having said that, my advice is keep them, for now. Do your upgrades and then see if you still feel unsure.
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