What is the general opinion of spoke protectors, AKA Pie Plates.
I've always removed them on the bikes that had them. As a teen, we just broke the plastic ones off. I currently don't have a freewheel tool to do this though.
I'm debating on paying a shop to have it removed. Is it worth it to me? Spend the gas, and time, to get to the bike shop. Buy the tool for an aesthetic look?
Or, just leave it be for a recreational riding bike.
Man, This pic really shows some rustiness. Having the freewheel off would allow a good cleaning.
