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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Jamis Dakota 29'er and 2008 Jamis Dakota 29'er.
- Equipment
2008 Jamis Dakota 29'er has 20 mm more front travel than 2007 Jamis Dakota 29'er in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2007 Jamis Dakota 29'er had an original MSRP $140 lower than 2008 Jamis Dakota 29'er.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 29×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 29×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2007 Jamis Dakota 29'er
2008 Jamis Dakota 29'er
Overview
Model Year
2007
2008
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Dakota 29'er
Dakota 29'er
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,235.00
$1,375.00
Colors
Black/Machine Silver
Gloss Black/Bone
Sizes
16", 18", 20", 22"
16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight
29.5 lb
29 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Triple-butted 7005 Aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
RockShox 29er, 80mm
RockShox Reba Race 29", 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Deore
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano LX
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 31.8mm clamp
Shimano XT, clamp on 34.9mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset
Shimano Deore, 22/32/42 teeth
Shimano M521, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano ES30, 113mm spindle
Shimano ES25, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm
68mm English
Cassette
—
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z9000
KMC Z9000, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505
Shimano PD-M505 SPD
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 brakes, Avid Juicy levers
Shimano M485 hyraulic brakes w/160mm rotors brakes, Shimano hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated WTB Race
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Zero-Stack
Handlebar
Easton EA30 XC flat
Easton EA50 flat bar
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Easton EA30
Easton EA30 31.8mm clamp
Saddle
WTB Speed V Sport SE
WTB Speed V Sport SE
Seatpost
Easton EA30, 27.2mm diameter
Easton EA30, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M475 disc
Shimano M495 center-lock
Rims
WTB Dual Duty 29" Disc, 32-hole
WTB Dual Duty, 32-hole
Spokes
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
WTB stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
29 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
29 x 2.10" WTB Motoraptor
Wheel Size
29" wheels
29" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.