Jamis Dragon 29 Sport 29er Hardtail

4.67/5 (3 Reviews)
MSRP : $1100.00


Product Description

  • Reynolds 520 chromoly frame
  • RockShox Tora fork, 100mm travel
  • SRAM X7 derailleurs and shifters
  • SRAM PG-950 cassette, 9 speed
  • Avid Juicy 3 disc brakes


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Reviews 1 - 3 (3 Reviews Total)

User Reviews

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by slowrollin99 a Cross Country Rider from Buffalo, NY, United States

Date Reviewed: February 7, 2012

Strengths:    Sexy as hell, Blue STEEL. STRONG. I had someone clip me get their foot stuck between my rim and frame and broke nothing on the bike. The other guy on the trek was not so lucky.
Easily adjustable for multiple riding positions. I am a commuter and enjoy the riding position. You feel as though you are well seated within the bike. Weight falls just infront of the rear wheel.


Weaknesses:    NONE, I found that putting slicks (Big Apples) on this bike made it a beast in the streets. I only wish that it had frame mounts for a rack.

Bottom Line:   
Best bike for the price. Quality Frame, Strong

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Favorite Trail:   STREETS!

Duration Product Used:   2 Years

Price Paid:    $1250.00

Purchased At:   EMS

Bike Setup:   Brooks B17, Schwalbe Big Apple, Everything else is stock.

Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:5
Submitted by iowinos a Cross Country Rider from Kansas City, MO

Date Reviewed: June 1, 2011

Strengths:    Overall value: quality cromo frame, decent parts spec for the money.

Weaknesses:    Really nothing so far. Avid Juicy 3 brakes have a bad reputation but after about 10 hrs of riding are working great. Top/head/downtube junction seems underbuilt and may prove flexy, but not a problem so far in rough rock gardens.

Bottom Line:   
I wanted to get a quick review in for anyone thinking about buying, with the idea to update down the line. My initial rides on this bike have been on very rough trails and the bike has exceeded expectations. Frame is just what you would want - slight flex to smooth things out but responsive in climbs and turns. he headtube junction seems to leave room for a lot of flex up front but I've had no problems and that's just based on looks. Solid wheelset and tires are nicer than competitors at this price. Some of the more suspect parts are all working great: Juicy 3 brakes are very good so far, SRAM crank is an older design but working well. Tora TK fork's coil sping is a little wimpy for my 215 lbs, but it's working really well and the lockout is impressive for a lower end fork. Pretty paint job chips pretty easily is my only real gripe.

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Favorite Trail:   Swope

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $1000.00

Purchased At:   Volker Bikes

Similar Products Used:   Jamis Durango 29, Hard Rock Pro, Trek 7000, Rockhopper 29

Bike Setup:   Completely stock with clipless pedals

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by JerseyDragonRider a Weekend Warrior from Fair Haven, NJ

Date Reviewed: March 28, 2011

Strengths:    Climbs up and over roots very well. Comfortable ride. Looks great. Great value for $.

Weaknesses:    None so far.

Bottom Line:   
I'm a big guy, 6'2' 225 and basically a weekend warrior when it comes to riding. This bike makes me a lot better, despite me being somewhat out of shape and a little overweight. My Dragon Sport 29 is a major improvement over my 10 year old Trek 6500. The 29 format allows me to climb easier and ride more confidently. I climbed up and over roots and trunks that I wouldn't event attempt before. It's amazing the difference between this 29er and my old 26 Trek. The steel frame is very comfortable and absorbs the bumps better. I didn't feel as "beat up" after a one hour ride. The hydraulic Juicy brakes work well. You get a lot of value and decent components for $1050. Love the classic Dragon frame with the blue paint. Very happy with it!

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Favorite Trail:   Hartshorne Woods

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $1050.00

Purchased At:   Peddler in Long Bran

Similar Products Used:   Old bike was a 2001 Trek 6500

Bike Setup:   Stock

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