It's a little heavy, but plenty stiff. It steers plenty quick enough, but maybe not as quick as my original BMC (but every bit as much as my last BMC). I think the steering could be slightly improved with a better fork but, really, how nice of a fork should go on an $80 frame?

Overall, I'd say it's an extreme bargain for the money and my goal is to hit the Cat 3 podium with the damn thing before the year is over. It's perfect if you're looking to build something you don't mind ruining or will ride in the slop. Or to regularly race...