UNless you can get the label in focus, I would cut it out.

I purposefully wanted the label in the image out of focus, so that you knew they were Shimano bike gears and to show the depth of field. Thanks for your input though, most of this is new to me so your opinion matters anyway.

I tend to agree with Friiskiwi - just my humble opinion of course. I don't feel it's needed to convey the bike gears as the rest, including the bike chain are so nice and sharp. I think the majority of people would subconciously know what they are looking at by the detail that you have in. (plus, I tend to equate the Shimano brand with fishing reels than bikes )

Cropped the image as suggested.

Nice one - I must say that I do prefer the crop. - GL

very nice work author....GL

great shot

Thanks!

I love the details of this one!

Nice one..

Appreciate the positive feedback.

I have been waiting to see a shot like this, excellent work, superb lighting and detail.....and I knew it would come from you my friend............

Original take on the theme and an excellent shot.

top marks!!

simply fantastic! great angle, lighting and overall composition...top marks and a fav!

This have to be you

It was dang you're great!

Thank you so much my friend & thank you all for the lovely comments...

Congrats for another great second place, Karaflazz!