Jamis DRAGON | 29 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,099$
Weight | 14.51 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset SLX, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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, 12x148mm thru-axle dropouts
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Rhythm Series Float 29” w/ sweep adjust compression & lock-out,15x110mm axle, air spring compression, rebound adjust, tapered alloy steerer, 140mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX, 12-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 1x12-speed
Cassette
Shimano M7100, 12-speed, 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BSA
Chain
KMC X12, 12-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Stan’s No Tubes Flow D 29” rims, Shimano MT410 15x110mm front & 12x148mm rear hubs, stainless spokes
Tires
WTB Vigilante 29 x 2.5” Front & Trail Boss 29 x 2.4” Rear, TCS Tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT420 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180mm RT30 front and 160mm rear rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride, 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride, 35 x 760mm
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit, Alloy cups
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
KS Rage Dropper, Southpaw remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 765 mm | 791 mm | 810 mm | 846 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 50 mm | 43 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 118 mm | 119 mm | 127 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 629 mm | 638 mm | 646 mm | 656 mm |
| Reach | 438 mm | 461 mm | 484 mm | 507 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 595 mm | 620 mm | 646 mm | 671 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1191 mm | 1218 mm | 1237 mm | 1273 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 773 mm | 786 mm | 790 mm | 794 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
DRAGON | 29 is a Jamis Dragon model. Jamis launched 4 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Jamis DRAGON | 29 2021 has a starting price of 2099$. Jamis DRAGON 29 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2499$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 2099$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 31.59% lower.
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 14.51 kg (31.99 lbs), the DRAGON | 29 model is considerably heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 11.79% less than DRAGON | 29.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
DRAGON | 29 components
Fork
Jamis DRAGON | 29 2021 bike is equipped with the Fox Rhythm Float 34 fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, 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
When leaving the production line, the DRAGON | 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Jamis DRAGON | 29 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the DRAGON | 29. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.