Originally Posted by
HandsomeRyan
Doesn't a dirt-jumping frame have a considerably different frame geometry than say, an XC mountain bike? (honest question, i have no idea?)
I would say for $20 you cant get hurt too bad as long as the frame is the right size. If you build this frame up and decide it doesn't work well for you there is always the option to get a different frame and just transfer the components (assuming the new frame uses the same seatpost/headset/etc.
Yes, the geometry can be quite a bit different. Brian, what kind of riding were you hoping to do with this bike? If it's urban or dirt-jumping, go for it, but if you're looking to just ride trails, I'd look for something else. A 130mm travel fork is pretty burly for just XC.