Whats the skinny on this frame? Anyone know how these frames ride, feel, durability? I'm lookin to pick one up for a new build. Insight is much appreciated.

my local rei has an origin8 frameset. not sure which one

i've been riding one a couple months now, been a pretty sturdy bike, got hit by a car and its still intact perfectly

I do not own one but my J&B rep brought one down and I took if for a spin. It rode pretty damn nice actually. Felt solid. Cant tell you anything about the long term reliability or durability of it but my first impression was I would buy one if the seatstays went all the way to the seat tube. I just dont care for the aesthetics to much. But hell, for the price why not? It would make a great little townie bike.

Go for it.

Sweet, i think im going to pick one up.

I saw one at the LBS i go to in my parents town and i just thought it was hideous, but that's a whole different story.

a steel frame will ride just like any other. njs is worth it!