Jamis HALO XC 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,399$
Weight | 14.51 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 90mm -
Fork RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum tubes with tapered head tube, gusseted down tube and asymmetrical chainstays, fully-active/mp2 suspension with 90mm rear travel, Rock Shox Monarch R air shock with rebound damping, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox 30 Silver TK 27.5", Coil spring, external rebound, TurnKey lockout, 30mm stanchions, magnesium lowers, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow
Front Derailleur
Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 2x10-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 10-speed, 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore, 38/24T, 170mm (15”), 175mm (17-21”)
Bottom Bracket
Shimano External
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed
Pedals
ATB alloy platform
Wheels
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS 27.5" tubeless rims, 32H, Formula alloy centerlock disc hubs, stainless spokes
Tires
Vittoria Mezcal, 27.5 x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M365 hydraulic disc, RT30 centerlock 160mm rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey Trail, 60mm (14"), 70mm (16”), 80mm (18")
Handlebar
Ritchey Trail, 31.8 x 20mm rise x 690mm
Grips
Jamis Lock-On
Headset
FSA Orbit 1.5 Zero-Stack internal cup, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport w/Luxe Zone Cut-Out
Seatpost
Ritchey Trail Comp, 31.6 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 14" | 16" | 18" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 331 mm | 331 mm | 331 mm |
| Front Center | 620 mm | 641 mm | 661 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 567 mm | 587 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 406 mm | 457 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1092 mm | 1112 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 24 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm |
| Standover Height | 745 mm | 768 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
HALO XC is part of the Jamis Halo model. 3 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Jamis Halo bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Jamis HALO XC 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1399$. Jamis HALO XCT PRO 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 3499$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Jamis HALO XC price was 1399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that HALO XC price is 36.17% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 14.51 kg (31.99 lbs), Jamis bike is much heavier than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 17.02% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The HALO XC comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. 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 a magnesium one, but they are not so popular as steel or carbon forks.
Rear Shock
Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The HALO XC 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The HALO XC has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.