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1996 Jamis Durango Al · 1998 Jamis Durango AL

Specification1996 Jamis Durango Al1998 Jamis Durango AL
Overview
Model year19961998
BrandJamisJamis
ModelDurango AlDurango AL
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID5526774510
Original MSRP$509.95$469.95
ColorsDark blue, silverElectric Blue, Gloss Black
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"13", 15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight26.75 lb—
Frameset
Frame constructionWelded aluminumTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum7005 aluminum
ForkAkisuJamis
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STX/AlivioMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Alivio MC12-C RapidFire PlusShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mmShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STXShimano Alivio
CranksetSugino Impel 200, 24/34/42 teethShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin BB-7700 sealed cartridge, 120 mm spindleShimano BB-LP26, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG30, 1/2 x 3/32"Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-951 w/clips & strapsWellgo w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio leversTektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1" Tien Hsin TH-K2W1 1/8" Victor VP-H98W sealed
HandlebarHsin Lung alloyHsin Lung steel
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemHsin Lung chromolyJamis
SaddleSpectreJamis Comp
SeatpostKalloy SP-263, 27.2 mm diameterKalloy aluminum micro-adjust, 27.0mm diameter
Wheels & tires
Hubs—Front: Formula aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsAlex VP-20, 32-holeSun Rims Z-19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Duro Diamond Grip26 x 2.20" WTB Primal Raptor
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1996 Jamis Durango Al1998 Jamis Durango AL
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71.5°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm1055 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.