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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Jamis Comet and 2008 Jamis Comet.
- Data limitation
Only 2009 Jamis Comet has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
- Identity & price
2008 Jamis Comet had an original MSRP $350 lower than 2009 Jamis Comet.
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.
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.82:1Total range309%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2009 Jamis Comet
2008 Jamis Comet
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Comet
Comet
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,600.00
$1,250.00
Colors
Team Red/Gloss Black
Monterey Blue/Pearl White
Sizes
47cm, 51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
20.7 lb
20.25 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
7005 triple butted aluminum
Aero 7005 butted aluminum
Fork
—
Jamis Aero
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/chromoly steerer, aero crown
Carbon/chromoly steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Ultegra
Triathlon Mix
Shifters
Shimano Dura-Ace Bar End
Shimano Dura-Ace bar-end
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105, braze-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano 105
Crankset
FSA Gossamer, 39/53 teeth
FSA Gossamer
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Mega EXO
Cassette
Shimano CS-5600
Shimano 105
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 11 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-1030
SRAM PC-1030, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals
—
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R530 brakes, Tektro RX 4.1 levers
Tektro R-350 brakes, Tekto RX 4.1 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1" internal
1" Aheadset
Handlebar
Profile Airwing
Profile Design T2 Wing
Handlebar Extensions
Profile Design T2+
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Stem
Jamis alloy
Jamis
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza Trilon
Selle San Marco Ponza Trilon
Seatpost
Jamis Aero Carbon
Jamis Aero Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alex ALX-270 aero
Alex ALX-270 aero
Rims
Alex ALX-270 aero, 20-hole/24-hole
Alex ALX-270 aero
Spokes
Bladed
—
Front Tire
650/700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro
Wheel Size
650c/700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.