Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,499$
Weight | 14.06 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Reynolds 520 steel, 44mm head tube, 31.6 I.D. seat tube, internal dropper post routing, ISCG05, sliding 12x148mm dropouts, Formula axle
Suspension Fork
Fox Rhythm 34 Float 27.5/26+ w/ sweep adjust compression & lock-out,15x110mm axle, air spring compression, rebound adjust, tapered alloy steerer, 120mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Shadow Plus, 11-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 1x11-speed
Cassette
Shimano XTM8000, 11-speed, 11-46T
Crank
Shimano SLX, 32T, 170mm (15"), 175mm (17-21")
Bottom Bracket
Shimano External
Chain
KMC X11-1, 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
WTB Scraper i40 TCS tubeless 26" rims, Formula sealed bearing 15x110mm front & 12x148mm rear 6-bolt disc hubs, stainless spokes
Tires
WTB Ranger, 26 x 3.0”, TCS tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX hydraulic disc,180mm front & 160mm rear RT66 6-bolt rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey Trail, 60mm (15”), 70mm (17”), 80mm (19"), 90mm (21”)
Handlebar
Ritchey Trail, 710mm x 20mm rise
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit, Alloy cups
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
KS eTen Integra, 100mm travel, Southpaw remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm |
| Front Center | 667 mm | 685 mm | 706 mm | 735 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 43 mm | 41 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 90 mm | 92 mm | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 598 mm | 617 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 392 mm | 409 mm | 424 mm | 444 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 593 mm | 613 mm | 633 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1087 mm | 1105 mm | 1126 mm | 1155 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 754 mm | 791 mm | 828 mm | 864 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO belongs to the Jamis Dragonslayer model. There are 9 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Jamis Dragonslayer bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT 2017 has a starting price of 1399$. Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2499$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO price was 2499$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 10.52% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 14.06 kg (31 lbs), the DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO model is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 8.32% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO components
Fork
The Fox Rhythm Float 34 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO 2017 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.