Removing Ironman stickers on Profile Carbon Strykes?

Triathlon Forum
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I just received my lovely new carbon aerobars and I was really excited until I realized that the Ironman logo on the bars doesn’t appear to be easily removable. I know, shouldn’t be a big deal, but I think it looks so freakin’ ugly!! Why can’t they just provide the decals for you to put on if you want to? I was considering painting over this, but wondered if anyone else had any thoughts on the best way of removing these (or perhaps advice on painting over decals).

Thanks!

-Jay
(the ironman, but not fond of the logo)

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why can’t companies just put on 1 or two tastefully done stickers. just what I want, someones butt ugly logo all over the place.

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Try the product sold @ Homedepot called googone. It should remove the decals without ruining the finish. But, always try it somewhere that can be used as a test first. Good luck.

Smitty

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Try using a blow dryer to warm up the decal and peel it off.

Then you can use some wd-40 to get the stick stuff off.

Then you can wash with soap and water to get the wd-40 off.

Craig

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Personally, I put bar tape over 'em. They don’t seem to be adhesive-type ‘stickers’, but painted on somehow. I considered using a fine emery cloth or steel wool to remove them - I’d stay away from any type of solvent since it might compromise the resin holding the carbon fiber together.

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I’m leaving mine there. It may sound corny but during a long ride it reminds me of what I’m training for and kind of psyches me up a bit. I suppose after an IM or two it may not be a big deal but right now, I love 'em.