Jamis commuter 3 STEP-OVER 2019
2019 Urban
Estimate price |
699$
Weight | 14.86 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 triple gauge aluminum main tubes and stays, new sloping design, kickstand mount, forged dropouts and fender/rack eyelets
Suspension Fork
Jamis City/Cross alloy unicrown, straight blades, forged dropouts with low rider mounts and double fender eyelets
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Claris RD-R2000 GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris FD-R2000
Shift Levers
Shimano Claris SL-R2000, 16-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 8-speed, 11-32T
Crank
Forged alloy crank, 48/36, 170mm (14-18”), 175mm (19-23”), with outter guard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 103.5mm
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Comfort platform with TPE non-slip insert
Wheels
Rims
Alex ID-19 double wall alloy rims, 32H, alloy hubs with QR and 14g stainless steel spokes
Tires
CST Corporal with puncture protection and silver safety stripe, 700 x 38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M275 post mount hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm 6-bolt rotors and Tektro levers
Cockpit
Stem
Jamis alloy hi-rise, quill type, 35? x 90mm with 180mm quill
Handlebar
Jamis ARC, 6061 aluminum, 25.4 x 35? sweep x 580mm (F 14", 18") 600mm (M 15”, 17”, 19”, 21”, 23”)
Grips
Anatomic double density kraton with reflective end plug
Headset
Water-resistant sealed mechanism, threaded 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Jamis Metro Sport with memory foam, synthetic leather cover, burnished sides, gender specific
Seatpost
Jamis alloy micro-adjust, 27.2 x 350mm with alloy clamp and QR seatpin
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 18" |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Front Center | 642 mm | 637 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | 591 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568 mm | 578 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 457 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1085 mm | 1080 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 650 | 666 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
About this model
commuter 3 STEP-OVER is a Jamis Commuter model. Jamis launched 6 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Jamis Commuter bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Jamis commuter 1 STEP-OVER 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 429$. Jamis commuter 3 2019 on the other hand costs 699$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Commuter bike you should know that the average price is 762$. However, even though the average price of a Commuter bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 699$. If we compare this with the average Commuter bike cost we notice that the price is 9.01% smaller.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
Commuter bikes weigh an average of 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
commuter 3 STEP-OVER weighs 14.86 kg (32.76 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 3.99% heavier than the average weight of Commuter bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
commuter 3 STEP-OVER has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The commuter 3 STEP-OVER 2019 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The commuter 3 STEP-OVER comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.