Powder vs. Paint wheels

[cmarcus]

So, I am wondering what the opinion on this forum is on this topic. I have read "other" forums, namely ones I am unsure of trusitng, but the opinions I get here I DO trust! I want to have a sweet set of wheels when the time comes, but also don't want to break bank. I wish I could afford some Forgelines, but I know I can't. I am looking to buy a less expensive (not cheap) wheel set, black with a polished lip, but would love to have that colored lip look. Does powder coating compromise the strength of a wheel? Is paint heavier or powder? Just curious on the word out there!