Yea I read the same reviews. I took a chance.
So far it's seems fine. Road about ten miles of gravel and trails yesterday. Stiff frame, climbs well.
Heavier than my aluminum, but I expected that. At least I can fix it unlike my cracked aluminum.

Tried to attach a picture but it's asking for a web location???

Geometry is a little different than my previous frame but the headtube angle is not 60.6. I thing it should be 68.6, mine measures close to 69*. Rear triangle is longer than most. Long chainstays. But climbed well, cornered fine.
*note I'm running a rigid fork and I have it setup as a single speed. Not sure if this fork is adjusted for a shock. That may be where the confusion comes in.

If I find another one in my size. I'm buying it for a spare.