Yan 

I've devised a simple measure in response to Toronto's cast steel post+ring bike posts: Cotton twine wrapped around my right seatstay, then soaked with anti-corrosion spray. If this ever becomes the latest hipster trend, I take credit for coming up with it.

Scheherezade 

How awful, that extra 20 grams is going to cost you, ~_^

weavers

what or why is your seat stay getting scrated? if you wanted a cheap and easy way to protect your frame use a punctured spare tube and wrap it around, alot less time consuming and will hold up to the elements.

also if your gonna make your bike look so ugly alteast use reflective tape,

Cyclist0383

I recently saw a bike parked outside the grocery with a full knitted sweater around all the tubes. It was great!

Chromavita

Man, that's harsh. So much hate so quickly. He said he did it to avoid scratches from the style of bike rack they use. I actually kind of like the look. Especially the pattern made by the brakes and rack eyelets. I think it's a classy solution that looks a lot better than a spare tube.

fuzz2050

It's not classy until its been shellacked and developed a nice patina. Get on that as soon as it dries.

J.C. Koto

I kind of like the look. +1 on the shellac though. Be careful the twine doesn't unwind into the rear wheel. I can envision a scenario where the twine gets tangled up in the cog causing the chain to jump off :-(

bikegeek57

ah the micheal jackson look? one seatstay gloved? the new in-thing to do.

tarwheel 

I would be concerned about the string absorbing moisture and leading to rust.

MNBikeguy

Bike posts are a challenge. I've used old tubes and zip ties.
I would be a little concerned that your twine would eventually unravel.

MNBiker

I agree.

thebeatcatcher

A totally unrelated post, but how are the regular length presta valves with the deep V rims? still manageable?

vrkelley

Yan 

The wheels are loaners from the bike shop. That said, the valves are just barely long enough. You have to lift the valve out of the rim with a finger nail and simultaneously push the pump over it. A real pain if you ever get a flat on the road.

Unwinding: Impossible from either end of the twine; Possible if abrasion caused a break somewhere in the middle.

Rust: The seatstay had some scratches, but not down to metal.

Vipon

I am doing this to mine this weekend. I'm using Hemp twine, then shellac. I saw a vintage road bike done this way and liked the look.

atomicbob

I use electrical tape for black bikes. Goes on everything, easy to repair/replace/remove.

The twine looks good though, nice job!

tingjunkie

Ha! I was just joking with my girlfriend about having her knit me a frame sweater for Christmas!

I don't see the problem with scratches though. Just means that there is less chance of having the bike stolen.

Bat22

Metal tubes I don't want scratched I use pipe insulation sleeves.
Foam or closed cell foam at the hardware store.
The soft type can be carried in a bag.
Never tried it on a bike before.

GV27

Shelac that twine! It'll last a lot longer and be waterproof.