Originally Posted by Doug64

I have used my Tubus racks for about 15 years. They have seen a lot of use. I have not got around to painting areas where the finish rubbed off. I just coat the rubbed areas with a coat of auto wax periodically, and that is enough to keep them shining without rust. However, touch up paining, as robow suggested, is probably the best way to go.

This is my Tubus Tara front rack. This spot started showing about 10 years ago.