DH killed my bike paint

[Trek420]

We'll take it to a shop or call the folks at waterford/gunnar, but I doubt it can be fixed... He does feel bad and I wouldn't mind a repaint at some point... I could just put a sticker over it too.

is there any reason having the clear coat slightly abraded a bit would make it more susceptible to rust?

Ah, waterford/gunnar. So they are steel. I would not feel too bad then, I think the bike will be fine. The spot is on a place few will see it. You could repaint if you want or save that for a latter point. I repainted .... when I ran my steel bike into the carport. Don't do that.

Don't put a sticker on it, just watch it for any sign of wear. Don't leave the bike out in the rain

It sounds like a design flaw on the cover, a bike cover that causes damage? What one are you using?

[kat_h]

Polish it with a fine car polish (or toothpaste).

[crazybikinchic]

I was streching after doing some indoor training. When I took my foot off the seat of the bike, I came down on my top tube and scratched my bike. I appologized profusely to my bike and was nearly late to work because of it. I asked my LBS what to do and they said to cover it with clear nail polish. It is not beautiful, but it does the trick.

[Thorn]

Bummer...(I fear the my baby's first ride on the bike rack). I'd call and talk to Waterford. They have a vested interest in your bike looking great--after all, you're a rolling advertisement!

If you haven't found it, here's their care and feeding guide.....

http://waterfordbikes.com/images/upl...re%20Guide.pdf

Hopefully a nice waxing will make it pretty again.

[Blueberry]

We've gotten some pretty good results with clear nail polish. Get it as smooth as possible when you paint on - the brush strokes will smooth out some as it dries. DH chipped my Trek 520 (completely new, and unridden) when putting fenders on it. I don't even notice the chips now (and most importantly, the steel is protected).

Good luck! Maybe nailpolish and/or wax now, and start saving for a new paint job when your ride gets more chips/road wear.

Remember - the most important thing is that you're out there riding and enjoying it!!

CA

[sandra]

Our Saris bike rack rubbed a spot on hubby's brand new Trek Pilot on the hour and a half drive home from the bike shop. I know it makes you sick, but I guess it happens.

[rij73]

I would go for a careful application of clear nail polish. I have touched up a few nicks on my frame that way. Makes them much less noticeable!