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    To blue or not to blue?

    I picked up this GT Avalanche ‘98 project mainly to clear out some space in my office/workshop. The plan is to sell it.

    Now I’m debating whether to go all-in on a blue theme — I’ve got these bright blue Kenda tires, and I’m considering matching them with a blue saddle and blue grips. Or should I play it safe with black?

    Since it’s going up for sale, I’m trying to find the sweet spot between standing out and actually appealing to a buyer. The blue would definitely catch attention — but would it help or hurt the chances of selling?

    I’ve also put an STX groupset on it to keep the price point low. Do you think that’s a smart move? Or would it be better to invest in LX or XT to catch the eye of more serious buyers?

    I imagine there are three kinds of potential buyers:

    1. The average Joe who wants a cool vintage MTB that’s ready to ride.

    2. The nerds like me, who are just after the frame and a few parts.

    3. The purists who want a true-to-catalogue 1998 Avalanche build.

    I’m aiming for the first group — the ones who just want a good-looking, functional bike without caring whether it’s STX or XT.

    What do you think? Am I on the right track?

    by yungbordeaux

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    2. majkulmajkul on

      I never really understood why would anyone want a tire thats not black (or tan wall) – it will get dirty (as it’s supposed to) and look like shit the 1st time you ride it…

    3. Professional-Ad-8285 on

      I know they have their place on some rides, but I personally really dislike colored tires. Remind me of those cartoon themed kids bike you find at Walmart. I mean if you’re building a full cookie monster or papa smurf whip then go for it

    4. Embarrassed-Thing775 on

      Blue ist cool. Those Kenda 839 aren’t bad. I’d go for it. That gives some BMX vibes.

    5. MaksDampf on

      In color matching, the tone should be exactly matched or not at all.

      This one is a bit off as it is clearly brighter than the fork. I’d stay with the black ones. – It is too much Blue. Bronze/Tanwall will be difficult either since in this bike since the frame is already golden.

      You can think of bringing in a 3rd color. But it should be a minor accent, so not the tires. More like main color (80%) second olor (18%) and accent color (2%).

      Purple brake and shift lines would look good on this, probably better than blue or golden ones.

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