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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Jamis Sputnik and 2008 Jamis Sputnik.
- Identity & price
2008 Jamis Sputnik had an original MSRP $200 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×23; 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
2008 Jamis Sputnik
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Sputnik
Sputnik
Bicycle Type
Track
Track
Original MSRP
$900.00
$700.00
Colors
Ano Black
Ano Black
Sizes
50cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 62cm
50cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 62cm
Weight
18.9 lb
16.75 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Reynolds 631 chromoly
Reynolds 631 chromoly
Fork
—
Jamis
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown
Carbon/carbon steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Track Mix
Track Mix
Crankset
FSA Vero, 46 teeth
FSA Vero, 46 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Powerdrive, 108mm spindle
FSA Powerdrive, 113mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm
68mm English
Cassette
Formula
Formula SS
Rear Cogs
1-speed, 16 teeth
1-speed, 16 teeth
Chain
KMC Z510H
KMC Z510H, 1/2 x 1/8"
Pedals
—
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R530 brakes, Tektro R200A levers
—
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Ritchey LB
1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar
Ritchey Comp Road
Ritchey Comp Road
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Ritchey Comp Road
Ritchey Comp Road
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza Lux
Selle San Marco Ponza Lux
Seatpost
Ritchey Road Comp, 27.2mm diameter
Ritchey Road Comp, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula Track
Front: Formula Alloy Track, Rear: Formula Track, Flip-flop
Rims
Alex DA22, 32-hole
Alex DA22
Front Tire
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 23c 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.