Jamis DAKOTA PRO 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,999$
Weight | 10.21 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 32
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Mid Modulus Dyad Plus carbon fiber, 1.5 - 1 1/8” tapered head tube, PressFit30 BB shell, High Direct Mount (HDM) front derailleur with internal cable routing, post mount disc brakes & 12x142 drop-outs, stainless steel chain stay protector, replaceable derailleur hanger, Rock Shox Maxle axle
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float Step Cast Performance Series 29" w/3-position compression & lock-out,15x110mm axle, air spring compression, rebound adjust, tapered alloy steerer, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Shadow Plus, 11-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 1x11-speed
Cassette
Shimano M7000, 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
DT Swiss M1900 Spline 29" tubeless wheels,15x110mm front, 12x142mm rear
Tires
Vittoria Peyote, 29 x 2.25”, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX hydraulic disc,180mm front & 160mm rear RT70 centerlock rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey Trail, 70mm (15"), 80mm (17"), 90mm (19"), 100mm (21")
Handlebar
Ritchey Trail 2X, 31.8 x 9? sweep x +/- 5mm rise x 720mm
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5 Zero-Stack internal bearing, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
Ritchey Trail Comp, 31.6 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.57 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm |
| Front Center | 635 mm | 656 mm | 680 mm | 700 |
| Rake | 45 mm | 43 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 87 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 606 mm | 616 mm | 621 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 408 mm | 428 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 598 mm | 618 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064 mm | 1086 mm | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 750 mm | 753 mm | 771 mm | 815 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
DAKOTA PRO belongs to the Jamis Dakota model. There are 4 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Jamis DAKOTA RACE 2018 has a starting price of 1999$. Jamis DAKOTA TEAM 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 5999$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that DAKOTA PRO price is 57.43% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
much lighter than average, DAKOTA PRO has a weight of 10.21 kg (22.51 lbs). To sum up, it’s 21.45% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
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.
Overview of components
Fork
Jamis DAKOTA PRO 2018 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 32 fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The DAKOTA PRO 2018 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The DAKOTA PRO comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.