Jamis earth cruiser 3 STEP-THRU 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
459$
Weight | 13.95 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Classic Cantilever design with 6061 aluminum tubing, includes kickstand and painted steel chainguard
Suspension Fork
Hi-tensile unicrown with radiused blades
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano RevoShift, 3-speed
Cassette
Shimano 23T
Crank
Forged alloy crank, 170mm, with 44T chainring
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 68 x 122.5mm
Chain
KMC Z410NP, silver
Pedals
Cruiser platform with grip tape
Wheels
Rims
Alex Zuma 36H black anodized alloy rims with alloy nutted front hub and Shimano 3-speed rear, 14 gauge stainless steel spokes
Tires
CST Metropolitan Palm Bay, 26" x 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano coaster brake
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy hi-rise, 180mm quill, 100mm extension, with removeable 2-bolt cap
Handlebar
Jamis Cruise-control comfort bar
Grips
Comfort style
Headset
Internal cup, threaded, 1 1/8”
Seat
Saddle
Earth Cruiser Comfort with memory foam padding, synthetic suede top, burnished sides and bumper springs
Seatpost
Alloy micro-adjust, 27.2 x 300mm, with 31.8mm alloy clamp and cromo seatpin
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
earth cruiser 3 STEP-THRU belongs to the Jamis Earth model. Jamis released 25 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Jamis earth cruiser 1 STEP-THRU 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 359$. Jamis EARTH CRUISER 3 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 549$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Cruiser bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Cruiser bike that is reliable is 332$. However, even though the average price of a Cruiser bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Jamis released this model in 2021, its price was 459$. Comparing this to the average Cruiser bike price, we see that the price is 38.25% higher.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
Cruiser bikes have an average weight of 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
earth cruiser 3 STEP-THRU weighs 13.95 kg (30.75 lbs) and is considerably lighter than the average. In short, the average Cruiser bike weight is 13.48% higher than this one.
earth cruiser 3 STEP-THRU components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the earth cruiser 3 STEP-THRU bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Jamis earth cruiser 3 STEP-THRU is equipped with Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, they have flaws, especially if the chain falls off.