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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 2005 Jamis Comet and 2006 Jamis Comet.
- Identity & price
2006 Jamis Comet had an original MSRP $524 lower than 2005 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.
Lowest1.70:1Highest4.82:1Total range284%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.70:1Highest4.82:1Total range284%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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.
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
2005 Jamis Comet
2006 Jamis Comet
Overview
Model Year
2005
2006
Brand
Jamis
Jamis
Model
Comet
Comet
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,899.00
$1,375.00
Colors
Platinum/Black
Radium Blue/Pearl White
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
17.5 lb
20 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluminum, carbon stays
7005 aluminum
Fork
Easton EC70
Jamis
Fork Material
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Carbon fiber/chromoly steerer, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano Ultegra
Road Mix
Shifters
Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Shimano Dura-Ace bar-end
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Shimano 105, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra SS
Shimano 105 GS
Crankset
Shimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Truvativ Elita GXP, 39/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Ultegra, 109.5mm spindle
Truvativ GXP
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Rear Cogs
10-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
10-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
Chain
Shimano CN-6600, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-5600
Pedals
Not included
Aluminum platform
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control levers
Tektro dual pivot brakes, Tektro RX 4.1 front/Tektro RX4.1 rear levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit Z
1" integrated FSA Orbit IS-2A
Handlebar
Easton EA70
Syntace Stratos 400
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Syntace Streamliner/Biowing Cups
Stem
Easton EA70
Jamis Alloy Threadless
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Pave, chrome-moly rails
Fi'zi:k Pave, chrome-moly rails
Seatpost
Easton EA70, 27.2mm diameter
Carbon fiber aero, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Easton Circuit
Alex ALX-320DX
Rims
Easton VeloMax Circuit
Alex ALX-320DX Aero Wheelset
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) double-butted
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Spoke Nipples
Aluminum nipples
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Front Tire
700 x 23c Hutchinson Carbon Comp
700 x 23c Hutchinson Quartz
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.