Author Topic: CW California Freestyle - FINISHED (Read 14468 times)

Jaan · « **on:** February 28, 2013, 12:42 AM »

Going freestyle on my next build with an 86 California Freestyle. I've been after one of these for a while but I really wanted an 86 due to its sealed bars and frame stand - this one comes without the silver end caps which I never really liked.

The condition of the paint was pretty bad so I had it shipped from Cali, where a buddy had spotted it, to my mate Darren who did a sterling job on the frame resto and paint job - the finish is incredible

Whilst waiting on the frame set I contacted Juan for a set of CW decals which arrived shortly after

Here they are on the frame, its starting to come to life...

Also in the picture you'll spot some NOS black and white CW grinder pedals, NOS black 880 / 901 brakes with Tech 4s cables etc, a matching black Pro-Neck chainring and some other bits

Jaan · « **Reply #1 on:** February 28, 2013, 01:10 AM »

Its going to be a stealthy looking build in nearly all black but i'm wondering if it would benefit from a little pink or white? I've been offered an OG pink Tuf-Neck freestyle Ace stem... Not sure $:-\$

Devilock · « **Reply #2 on:** February 28, 2013, 06:00 AM »

Quote from: Jaan on February 28, 2013, 01:10 AM

Its going to be a stealthy looking build in nearly all black but i'm wondering if it would benefit from a little pink or white? I've been offered an OG pink Tuf-Neck freestyle Ace stem... Not sure $:-\$

Its already got a little pink & white...!!

Applied the decals ok then...?!

Yeah get the pink Tuf Neck...

WINI · « **Reply #3 on:** February 28, 2013, 07:06 AM »

Lush! Love a black bike, got 3 myself.

Pink decals set it off lovely. What wheels you going fOr Chris?

rick1970 · « **Reply #4 on:** February 28, 2013, 07:41 AM »

very nice

Discostu · « **Reply #5 on:** February 28, 2013, 08:16 AM »

Looking forward to seeing this built up Chris.

GavinDavis · « **Reply #6 on:** February 28, 2013, 08:39 AM »

That looks lovely Chris

Cant wait to see it built!!

Gnarlyscoots · « **Reply #7 on:** February 28, 2013, 10:07 AM »

Chris, I would only go with the pink Tuff Neck if the colour is the same as the decals. Too many different shades of one colour really throw out the balance, IMO that is

If you're going to ride it too, the Ace is a small stubby stem. You could maybe look at getting the writing on the calipers done in pink too

Whatever you choose to do, it will look cool as most of your builds do

Julian347 · « **Reply #8 on:** February 28, 2013, 10:19 AM »

Looking good. Now get it built.

Banachek BMX · « **Reply #9 on:** February 28, 2013, 10:33 AM »

That ACS stem looks the dogs - I'd keep that on it - very in keeping with an 86

Jaan · « **Reply #10 on:** February 28, 2013, 01:21 PM »

Quote from: WINI on February 28, 2013, 07:06 AM

Lush! Love a black bike, got 3 myself.

Pink decals set it off lovely. What wheels you going fOr Chris?

Yes black bikes are lovely, I have quite a few myself

I'm thinking black Tuffs although i do have pink 50/50 tuffs they're on a Sport i'm yet to finish

I also have pink Panaracers but i'm dealing on some black CW freestyle tyres with a lovely local member on here

Jaan · « **Reply #11 on:** February 28, 2013, 01:23 PM »

Quote from: Devilock on February 28, 2013, 06:00 AM

Quote from: Jaan on February 28, 2013, 01:10 AM
Its going to be a stealthy looking build in nearly all black but i'm wondering if it would benefit from a little pink or white? I've been offered an OG pink Tuf-Neck freestyle Ace stem... Not sure $:-\$

Its already got a little pink & white...!!

Applied the decals ok then...?!

Yeah get the pink Tuf Neck...

They went on without a hitch even for an old boy like me

The CW decals are, in truth, pretty easy to apply

Jaan · « **Reply #12 on:** February 28, 2013, 01:25 PM »

Quote from: discostu on February 28, 2013, 08:16 AM

Looking forward to seeing this built up Chris.

I'll do my best Stu but you know only too well about the, not quite finishing a build problem, i'm sure I bought that 85 from you about a year ago

NORTY40 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 28, 2013, 01:26 PM »

Nice Chris

Looking forward to seeing it built up

Robbo · « **Reply #14 on:** February 28, 2013, 01:31 PM »

This is going to be a beauty, keep the pink bits to just the decals and finish it off with black/polished parts.

kungfunky · « **Reply #15 on:** February 28, 2013, 02:14 PM »

CW's are one of the few bikes that pink really works well on imo, cool bike and cool looking build so far

ozone · « **Reply #16 on:** February 28, 2013, 02:33 PM »

Quote from: Robbo on February 28, 2013, 01:31 PM

This is going to be a beauty, keep the pink bits to just the decals and finish it off with black/polished parts.

Have to agree with Robbo. Lovely frameset and decals but fitting lots of pink components will cheapen the look of it.

Wearing one of these would create balance without spoiling the look of the bike...

bodamus · « **Reply #17 on:** February 28, 2013, 02:55 PM »

Love CW's still got my old Luggage Rack Freestyler.

That's going to look proper smart I wouldn't put any Pink parts on it the decals are enough

Robbo · « **Reply #18 on:** February 28, 2013, 03:41 PM »

Quote from: Ozone on February 28, 2013, 02:33 PM

Quote from: Robbo on February 28, 2013, 01:31 PM
This is going to be a beauty, keep the pink bits to just the decals and finish it off with black/polished parts.

Have to agree with Robbo. Lovely frameset and decals but fitting lots of pink components will cheapen the look of it.

Wearing one of these would create balance without spoiling the look of the bike...

Funkyworm · « **Reply #19 on:** February 28, 2013, 03:51 PM »

Always loved these & nearly got one recently (the guy decided he didn't want to ship to the UK).....

Ah well good luck with it as it looks sweeeeet

Jamroll · « **Reply #20 on:** February 28, 2013, 03:57 PM »

Love a CW me

That is going to be a beauty Chris, look forward to seeing it built up

Jaan · « **Reply #21 on:** February 28, 2013, 04:02 PM »

Quote from: Ozone on February 28, 2013, 02:33 PM

Quote from: Robbo on February 28, 2013, 01:31 PM
This is going to be a beauty, keep the pink bits to just the decals and finish it off with black/polished parts.

Have to agree with Robbo. Lovely frameset and decals but fitting lots of pink components will cheapen the look of it.

Wearing one of these would create balance without spoiling the look of the bike...

Excellent advice, as long everyone promises not to laugh at my tiny willy

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #22 on:** February 28, 2013, 04:04 PM »

That's stunning mate

CWs rule

Jaan · « **Reply #23 on:** February 28, 2013, 04:07 PM »

Quote from: Robbo on February 28, 2013, 01:31 PM

This is going to be a beauty, keep the pink bits to just the decals and finish it off with black/polished parts.

Have to agree with you Rob, i've got a NOS polished ACS stem that will work well on this one, its on the table in the pic. Then i'll add a polished power disc and that might be it as I have a very special black seat post for this build...

Robbo · « **Reply #24 on:** February 28, 2013, 04:24 PM »

Quote from: Jaan on February 28, 2013, 04:07 PM

Quote from: Robbo on February 28, 2013, 01:31 PM
This is going to be a beauty, keep the pink bits to just the decals and finish it off with black/polished parts.

Have to agree with you Rob, i've got a NOS polished ACS stem that will work well on this one, its on the table in the pic. Then i'll add a polished power disc and that might be it as I have a very special black seat post for this build...

Nice one Chris, really think this is going to look the nuts!!!

You going with black tuffs? chrome 48's would look bling!

Author Topic: CW California Freestyle - FINISHED (Read 14468 times)

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