The epoxy question has come up here before. I can't recall one member bad mouthing these bikes. I've owned several brands, including a couple of Raleighs that had epoxy bonded tubing. Although none were my number one rider, I took several rides on these bikes, none broke under my 200lbs. I kept in touch with a couple of those who bought these bikes. They liked them. The concept is a good one, light, stiff Aluminum for main tubes with steel at the joints and steel forks and stays to absorb shock. Based on the riding I did, I'd say it works.