The Planet X is FINE. Good for track or street use. I had one all of last year, and I'm a "big guy" at 240 lbs. If it can handle the Gs and wattage from sprinting that I put on it on a bumpy track, it can handle basic street riding and commuting.

Please consider that mid-level and up road bikes are just about all carbon these days, too. Some are the "cheap"-er carbon that people speak of, and those bikes hold up to commuting and road riding/racing just fine.

I wouldn't do tricks on ANY track bike. That's what BMX bikes are for. If you are looking to do tricks, don't be surprised if ANY track bike breaks.

Stop spreading the false rumor that carbon is bad. Aluminum went through the very same drama 4-5 years ago. AL is OK now. Aluminum tubing hasn't changed, just perceptions.