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1997 Jamis Durango AL · 1999 Jamis Durango AL

Specification1997 Jamis Durango AL1999 Jamis Durango AL
Overview
Model year19971999
BrandJamisJamis
ModelDurango ALDurango AL
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID6046782145
Original MSRP$529.95$389.95
ColorsBlack, emerald greenDeep Purple, Saffron Yellow
Sizes13", 15", 17", 19", 21"12", 14", 17", 19", 21"
Weight26.5 lb26.75 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkSpinner—
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crownChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STX-RCMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SLGrip Shift Neos
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mmShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RCShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teethShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindleShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-955S w/clips & strapsWellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesDia-Compe VC-747 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 leversTektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro 381A levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" Victor VP-H94 sealed1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarKalloy aluminumKalloy Riser 6061 butted
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKalloy chromolyKalloy aluminum
SaddleViscount 2974Velo VL-313
SeatpostKalloy SP-265, 27.0 mm diameterPolygon PM-780, 26.8mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano AlivioFront: Formula OV 31, Rear: Formula OV 32
RimsSun Rims AT18, 32-holeSun Rims Z-19, 32-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeSha-Dar stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Duro HF-85526 x 1.90" Maxxis Worm Drive
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Jamis Durango AL1999 Jamis Durango AL
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm425 mm
Wheelbase1074.4 mm1055 mm
Fork offset / rake45.7 mm—

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