Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,399$
Weight | 13.83 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset NX -
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
Rock Shox Recon Silver RL 27.5/26+, Solo Air spring, external rebound, lockout adjust, 32mm stanchions, 15x110mm axle, tapered aluminum steerer, 120mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX, 11-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM NX, 1x11-speed
Cassette
SRAM 1130, 11-speed, 11-42T
Crank
SRAM NX, 32T, 170mm (15”), 175mm (17-21”)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Chain
KMC X11-1, 11-speed
Pedals
ATB alloy platform
Wheels
Rims
WTB Scraper i40 TCS tubeless 6" 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 M396 hydraulic disc, 180mm front & 160mm rear RT26 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 Sport
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 | 1.5 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+ SPORT is part of the Jamis Dragonslayer model. 9 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Dragonslayer bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1399$. Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ PRO 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 2499$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2017 for 1399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT price is 97.43% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Jamis DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT it’s weighing 13.83 kg (30.49 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 6.55% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. 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
The wheels on DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT are the 26″ aluminum type. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The DRAGONSLAYER 26+ SPORT has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.