it's finally dialed in.
quick recap: I get to ride it for free until October. Then I can buy at it cost or give it back to Spy.
the frame doesn't feel any different in handling or stiffness than my aluminum Soul. the only real perceptible difference comes from the wheels.
they (wheels) aren't quite as agile as my low profile alu clinchers, but they keep speed very well. it's very obvious above 25 mph or so, huge energy saver.