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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2009 Jamis Sputnik is Track; 2011 Jamis Sputnik is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Jamis Sputnik and 2011 Jamis Sputnik.
- Identity & price
2011 Jamis Sputnik had an original MSRP $250 lower than 2009 Jamis Sputnik.
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.
Ratio2.88:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Ratio2.88:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 700C×25; 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
2009 Jamis Sputnik
2011 Jamis Sputnik
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Sputnik
Sputnik
Bicycle Type
Track
City/commuter
Original MSRP
$900.00
$650.00
Colors
Ano Black
Gloss black, Orange Inferno, Pearl White
Sizes
50cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 62cm
47, 50, 53, 55, 57, 62cm
Weight
18.9 lb
22.00 lbs
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Steel
Frame Material
Reynolds 631 chromoly
Reynolds 520 Double Butted Chromoly
Fork
—
Lugged Chromoly
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown
Steel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Track Mix
Road Mix
Crankset
FSA Vero, 46 teeth
FSA F.Gimondi, 46t teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Powerdrive, 108mm spindle
FSA Sealed Cartridge, 110.5mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm
68mm
Cassette
Formula
Formula
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 16 teeth
1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain
KMC Z510H
KMC Z510HX
Pedals
—
Alloy track w/clips and straps
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R530 brakes, Tektro R200A levers
Tektro R316 alloy brakes, Tektro RL-721 Center Mount levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Ritchey LB
1 1/8" alloy ahead
Handlebar
Ritchey Comp Road
Jamis Vintage 6061
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Ritchey Comp Road
Jamis 3D Forged
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza Lux
Selle San Marco Ponza Power
Seatpost
Ritchey Road Comp, 27.2mm diameter
Forged alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula Track
Formula alloy
Rims
Alex DA22, 32-hole
Alex DA-13, 32-hole
Spokes
—
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 25c Vittoria Zaffiro
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.