This is the first real evedence I've seen that BD has some 'issues'. I know you can't expect much for a $300 bike, but the copy says the welds are quality and not crappy. I'd be mad if I'd ordered one, but hey, you can't SEE the thing or RIDE it first and the price would make me be really skeptical. I assume they have a good return policy if the level of 'quality welds' isn't your cuppa tea?