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That sums it all up pretty well I think! :]
I see Rob as one of the few people in his field that isn't afraid to ignore what everyone else is doing and approach things from a different angle.
His approach reminded me a lot of my own. He wants things to perform as well as they can, but also be constructed to the highest standards, regardless of how difficult or expensive that makes things. But he also wants things to be as slick and unobtrusive as possible, so that the end result also looks great. He doesn't let tradition, trends, or others opinions affect his design process.
That is exactly why I went with Rob for this bike.
I've been cycling all my life, It's the one thing that has remained constant. There are times where I barely get near my bike for various reasons for months at a time...but I will always consider myself a cyclist.
I knew exactly what I wanted from this build....Sometimes down to the finest detail...but I needed Robs experience and skill to make it happen...and he has...beautifully.
I'm sure there will be plenty of criticism of the ways I wanted things done, or even the way Rob has then transferred that to metal...but that is the beauty of full custom...it's the most personal, individual bike you can get...and the only person who can decide whether any part of it is right or wrong is the owner.
I've been having a rough few years mentally, and I've never owned a passport or left this country. I'm hoping this bike will change all of that for me and allow me to find a way out of myself....I guess only time will tell. :]