iab is one of the most interesting contributors to this forum, in my opinion. I love his old school steel and this new project should prove to be remarkable. I too will keep an eye out for build progress. But I cannot help but wonder one thing..?

Are you really going to use such a nice bicycle for commuting? Are you not concerned with theft, or bad weather, or anything else that might confront the bicycle, while it is parked and you are away from it?

And, I used to spend most of my riding time on lesser bicycles, also. Even the Peugeot Course I put 3000k on in Jamaica was nice, but nothing special. However, this year's trip to the island will see me riding something a great deal more worthwhile - my Bianchi Pro Team Race...