Dutret,

You aren't being forced to buy a Vanilla, so why all the confrontation? Supporting artisan frame builders and paying people a living wage is a good thing. If people want to buy Vanilla and they find some value in it, then great.

My personal opinion is that perfect paint never made a bike go faster, but some people care about and pay for the cosmetics.

It is good to see an actual frame builder here so turn down the flames a notch.