I think the nosewheel steering via the rudder pedals gives control to the pilot until the rudder becomes efficient at higher speeds(80kts+).
At these higher speeds applying force of the rudder pedals will provide most control via the rudder itself.so no need to worry about the gust destroying your nosewheel and tires.
By the time of rotation,ailerons into wind should compensate for the rudder input.,too much ailerons input will cause a drop of wing/too much rudder will cause weatherCocking.
If once airborne you get rid of the rudder too quickly,youll get a low wing,if you get rid of ailerons inputs too quick youll get weathercocking.
Decrabbing should be done simultaniously by reducing ailerons and rudder inputs.
Never happened to you in a strong crosswind?? A little wing drop?
