Jim
The only reason your head may hang is from the heavy load of ideas that it contains. Quit whinin' and get back to work...we want to see the finished product!
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My only thought on the handrails is the overall aesthetic appeal. You have quite the superstructure of steel goin' on there. I would be inclined to "soften it up" a little with more natural products. Stuff like wood or Blaine's thought about using rope.
What are your plans for the decking?