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