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1999 Jamis Cross Country · 2001 Jamis Cross Country

Specification1999 Jamis Cross Country2001 Jamis Cross Country
Overview
Model year19992001
BrandJamisJamis
ModelCross CountryCross Country
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID8974290590
Original MSRP$279.95$280.00
ColorsCrimson Red, Saffron (ladies), Starbeam BlueBlack, Grey, Teal
Sizes14.5", 16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", womens 16", womens 19"12, 14, 14.5", 17, 19, 21", womens 17.5"
Weight29.75 lb—
Frameset
Frame constructionPulse-weldedBrazed/welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays7005 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
Fork—Spinner
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crownChromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-200Shimano Acera EZ Fire Plus
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6mmShimano Acera top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraXShimano Acera
CranksetSR/Suntour XR17, 24/34/42 teethSakae CW-XR182PB, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27, 110mm spindleChin Haur CH-46, 122.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth7-speed, 13 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC IG-31, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-943Wellgo resin
Brakes
BrakesTektro 823A linear-pull brakes, Tektro RBP-378A leversTektro linear-pull brakes, Shimano Acera levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" Chin Haur CH-901 1/8"
HandlebarSteel, riseJamis Hi-Rise
Handlebar extensionsNot includedN/A
StemSteelJamis Hi-Rise
SaddleVelo VL-313Viscount
SeatpostPolygon PM-780, 26.8mm diameterTrans X JD-555, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: Formula FM 31, Rear: Formula FM 32Aluminum, Q/R
RimsSun Rims Z-19, 32-holeWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesShun Jiu stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gaugeXingda stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-121226 x 1.95" Cheng Shin
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1999 Jamis Cross Country2001 Jamis Cross Country
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle71°71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°74°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm424.2 mm
Wheelbase1055 mm1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake—38.1 mm

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