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Frame Prep, Task 2 - Fit Tubing Decals
I think where possible, a frame looks more 'complete' if it displays tubing decals.
This particular frame was constructed with Reynolds 853 tubes, and as you may know, Reynolds 853 decals are a little 'shouty'.
For a moment I was concerned that they might clash with the finish of the frame, particularly as they are yellow, green and black, whilst the frame is red and white.
I vacillated for a little while, then decided to man the fuck up.
Fork blades were first:
Fortunately the fork blade decal is fairly small, you might even call it 'discreet' and I think it works.
I aimed to position the decal mid way between the fork crown and the cantilever stud. The picture is clearly of the right hand fork blade. I can assure you that the decal on the left hand blade is in more or less an identical position and orientation. In any case, you can't look at them both at the same time.
The main tube decal presented a different opportunity. First, it's a big boy, so is going to make a bit of an impact. Secondly, the standard position for a main tube tubing decal is on the seat tube, about an inch below the seat tube lug.
That wasn't going to work on this frame, as it would interfere with the look of the barbers pole. In the end I opted to place it on the down tube, just north of the bottom bracket.
I think it looks OK: