VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Jamis Cross Country

Velopedia Archive ID 59509

Overview

Model year1996
BrandJamis
ModelCross Country
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID59509
Original MSRP$309.95
ColorsGreen, red
Sizes14.5", 16", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5", womens 17.5"
Weight29.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkAkisu
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano Altus top-swing, bottom-pull/bottom bracket mount
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetCyclone CPI-355, 24/32/38 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin TH-M2, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-943

Brakes

BrakesJo-Ying 990A brakes, Tektro 367AP levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin TH-K2
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSteel
SaddleJamis MTB
SeatpostPillar, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAlex VP-20, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Duro Diamond Grip
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube561.3 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center429.3 mm
Wheelbase1046.5 mm
Fork offset / rake49.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.