Should i keep or return road bike
moam293
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Recently bought a bike that was marked down like 20% or so, Although on the listing, they had mentioned a small mark on the headpost, which was why the bike was discounting, unfortunately at the time of buying, somehow this completely slipped by me.
Now am in two minds as to what to do in that should i keep it or return, the mark itself is about 1cm in length as in the pics ... to me it looks like a paint scuff,
I figured I'd confer with the experts, images below
http://imgur.com/a/PfWyO
http://imgur.com/a/x1988
Now am in two minds as to what to do in that should i keep it or return, the mark itself is about 1cm in length as in the pics ... to me it looks like a paint scuff,
I figured I'd confer with the experts, images below
http://imgur.com/a/PfWyOhttp://imgur.com/a/x1988 0
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If you want and like the bike, keep it
It you don't want and don't like the bike, return.
They have been upfront, declared the pain scratch and discounted it suitably so they have played the game as required.Postby team47b » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:53 am
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honoursmithy21 wrote:
He's right you know.0 -
Matthewfalle wrote:If you want and like the bike, keep it
It you don't want and don't like the bike, return.
They have been upfront, declared the pain scratch and discounted it suitably so they have played the game as required.
Im in no way suggesting that they havent been upfront, given i am new to this, im just trying to determine, if typically its symptomatic of something else being wrong with the bike. i.e. will it break, lead to more issues
I have no issue with the dealer that sold it0 -
moam293 wrote:
Im in no way suggesting that they havent been upfront, given i am new to this, im just trying to determine, if typically its symptomatic of something else being wrong with the bike. i.e. will it break, lead to more issues
I have no issue with the dealer that sold it
It does look quite a deep scratch down to the carbon layer, but its rideable unless you fall off and die, then its not.I'm sorry you don't believe in miracles0 -
SloppySchleckonds wrote:moam293 wrote:
Im in no way suggesting that they havent been upfront, given i am new to this, im just trying to determine, if typically its symptomatic of something else being wrong with the bike. i.e. will it break, lead to more issues
I have no issue with the dealer that sold it
It does look quite a deep scratch down to the carbon layer, but its rideable unless you fall off and die, then its not.
I agree - the dying bit may put a dampener on your day.
If you die on it please don't blame Sloppy or me but can I have your shoes?Postby team47b » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:53 am
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honoursmithy21 wrote:
He's right you know.0 -
moam293 wrote:Matthewfalle wrote:If you want and like the bike, keep it
It you don't want and don't like the bike, return.
They have been upfront, declared the pain scratch and discounted it suitably so they have played the game as required.
Im in no way suggesting that they havent been upfront, given i am new to this, im just trying to determine, if typically its symptomatic of something else being wrong with the bike. i.e. will it break, lead to more issues
I have no issue with the dealer that sold it
Well, its carbon, the paint forms a protective layer over the carbon, carbon warps and wefts when in contact with water and moisture and it's been raining recently, so .....
Now, I'm I'm not saying that perhaps I wouldn't ride it not knowing if it had warped or wefted, but .......Postby team47b » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:53 am
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honoursmithy21 wrote:
He's right you know.0 -
A scratch on the front is not symptomatic of anything worse than a scratch on the front. It's no more likely to break than an unscratched one. For 20% off I'd be happy riding it. It's not like you can even see the blemish as you ride.0
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Just make sure to dry the bugger properly if it gets wet.Postby team47b » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:53 am
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honoursmithy21 wrote:
He's right you know.0 -
Matthewfalle wrote:Just make sure to dry the bugger properly if it gets wet.
Unless you live underwater, most things will air-dry naturally.0 -
The damage looks superficial. It's unlikely to cause any other problems.
Mask it up with tape and repaint it.
And save yourself 20%0 -
Agree - 'tis but a scratch! Paint over it and you won't even know it's there. 20% off just for that is a good deal.0
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Imposter wrote:Matthewfalle wrote:Just make sure to dry the bugger properly if it gets wet.
Unless you live underwater, most things will air-dry naturally.
Errr - okey dokey.......Postby team47b » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:53 am
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honoursmithy21 wrote:
He's right you know.0 -
Cool thanks guys, I was in a panic there
Will keep it and tape it up0 -
This is only a scratch in the paint, but water can get in there over time and damage the carbon and epoxy.
I accidentally scratched my frame and put clear nail varnish over the top to protect it. Looks Ok, I'll probably redo it every 6 months to year.0 -
The advice was to apply masking tape and repaint, not just apply tape. As above, nail varnish or something like that would work well and obviate the need for masking tape but may end up a bit lumpy...so apply in a couple of thin coats and then only you will know it there.moam293 wrote:Cool thanks guys, I was in a panic there
Will keep it and tape it up0 -
Is this really worth it for 20% off RRP though? Can't see photos here so I don't know what bike it is but couldn't you get that off anyway by shopping around?0
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It's fine, touch up if you want it adds character. The good thing is when inevitably it does get a knock it wont be on a pristine bike.[Castle Donington Ladies FC - going up in '22]0
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Why do you say this? I paddle kayaks made from epoxy/carbon layup and they get covered in scratches from contact with rocks and concrete (on artificial whitewater courses) but the boats don't fall apart.Matthewfalle wrote:Just make sure to dry the bugger properly if it gets wet.0 -
davebradswmb wrote:
Why do you say this? I paddle kayaks made from epoxy/carbon layup and they get covered in scratches from contact with rocks and concrete (on artificial whitewater courses) but the boats don't fall apart.Matthewfalle wrote:Just make sure to dry the bugger properly if it gets wet.
It's an in joke that carbon degrades if it gets wet.[Castle Donington Ladies FC - going up in '22]0 -
DeVlaeminck wrote:davebradswmb wrote:
Why do you say this? I paddle kayaks made from epoxy/carbon layup and they get covered in scratches from contact with rocks and concrete (on artificial whitewater courses) but the boats don't fall apart.Matthewfalle wrote:Just make sure to dry the bugger properly if it gets wet.
It's an in joke that carbon degrades if it gets wet.
My new works bike shed has a/c vents near the bike racks. I keep expecting to find a puddle of molten steel where my now warm to the touch bike lives. I reckon a carbon frame would turn into diamond so I've missed a trick there.0 -
Frankly to get 20% off for that you've got a steal!
Personally I would give it a touch up with clear coat nail varnish and forget about it. Your bikes going to get scratched and stone chips elsewhere anyway if you ride it a lot. It's just the way it is.0 -
The scratch does not matter whatsoever. Forget it.0
