Jamis DURANGO A2 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
679$
Weight | 14.74 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum main tubes, over-sized seat tube, zero-stack head tube, over-sized stays, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCE 28 29”, coil spring, external preload adjustor, 28mm stanchions, aluminum lowers, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Front Derailleur
Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano EF505, 2×8-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 8-speed, 11-32T
Crank
Forged Alloy, 36/22T
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
KMC Z8.3, 8-speed
Pedals
MTB platform, hi-impact resin
Wheels
Rims
Alex TD26 29” double wall rims, 32H, alloy disc hubs, 14G black electroplated spokes
Tires
CST Patrol, 29 x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, Shimano RT26 160mm rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Jamis XC alloy threadless, 31.8 x 3 ? rise x 60mm
Handlebar
Jamis XC alloy riser, 31.8 x 20mm rise x 740mm
Grips
Kraton
Headset
Zero-stack internal cup, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
Jamis ATB Sport
Seatpost
Jamis alloy micro-adjust, 31.6 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 673 mm | 699 mm | 725 mm | 749 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 604 mm | 629 mm | 654 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1110 mm | 1136 mm | 1162 mm | 1187 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 743 mm | 773 mm | 809 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
DURANGO A2 is a Jamis Durango model. Jamis released 10 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Jamis Durango bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Jamis DURANGO A2 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 679$. Jamis DURANGO A1 2021 on the other hand costs 779$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 679$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that DURANGO A2 price is 180.56% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
DURANGO A2 weighs 14.74 kg (32.5 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 18.87% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the DURANGO A2 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, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Jamis DURANGO A2 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.