Pics of my new Jamis Aurora Elite
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Recently, I bought a new Jamis Aurora Elite touring bike and I was so excited. I took it home and my wife said, "That's nice. Be sure to give me the receipt." That was it.
That's why I'm turning to you guys. I know you understand. This bike is a thing a beauty. A work of art. And it's rapidly becoming my best friend. I thought I'd share some photos with you. |
Oh yeah! :thumb: Good choice. Give us some info so we can enjoy it even more,
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I love that bike! I really like the changes they made for 2009, with the steel fork and the new geometry. I think it's a terrific value as well -- I've looked at it at the bike shop and also was just admiring one at the Seattle Bike Expo last weekend.
Congratulations, would love to hear more about it. |
:thumb: And a few more pics would be nice... don't be shy!
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Looks like a nice bike. Do you plan to load it up for touring? What is the little box under the rear of the top tube?
BengeBoy, where are your pictures from the Seattle Bike Expo? |
Originally Posted by BluesDawg
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BengeBoy, where are your pictures from the Seattle Bike Expo? I do have this picture of a new carbon-tubed bike with an 11-speed Campy group that was at the show; this bike was built by Bill Davidson and is on his webpage (www.davidsonbicycles.com). Bill also had a lugged steel touring bike; a new steel frame built of Reynolds 953 w/hand-carved lugs; and a SS/FG with a Gates carbon belt drive (no chain). http://i40.tinypic.com/10p388k.jpg It was a great show; there's a thread about it in the PNW forum. |
Originally Posted by BengeBoy
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I love that bike! I really like the changes they made for 2009, with the steel fork and the new geometry. I think it's a terrific value as well -- I've looked at it at the bike shop and also was just admiring one at the Seattle Bike Expo last weekend.
Congratulations, would love to hear more about it. I was concerned about the 32c tires but they don't seem too slow, although I'll probably switch them out for a thinner road tire next time around. That brings me to another point, Jamis technicians were very helpful. I went back and forth with questions via email and over the phone and they responded with lengthy emails. The Jamis tech told me not to go below a 28 tire because I'd sacrifice comfort, which is what the bike is about. Aesthetically, I really like the glossy black color and the traditional frame. As far as value, that's the best news. My LBS gave me a good discount, which made it a great buy. He offered to get me a 2008 at a better price, but it's really a different bike altogether. The combination of new features along with the overall looks really made the 2009 click for me. I haven't been disappointed. For someone approaching his 55th birthday, this bike and its comfort features was the ticket. |
I've been riding old bikes as a commuter but I've been dreaming about getting a lighter, higher quality commuter - and this would be a great bike for that *plus* the occasional tourer *plus* serving as my winter rain bike on sloppy weekends.
The Jamis Aurora (basic level) is a popular commuter here; the Elite seems very much worth the upgrade in terms of weight and component quality. |
Jamis does make some good looking bikes. And they seem to be priced pretty good. One of the reasons I ended up with a Jamis rather than a Giant road bike.
When I first got into road bikes I thought all I would ever want for a next bike would be a CF bike. But I am beginning to rethink that a bit. |
Originally Posted by Louis
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Oh yeah! :thumb: Good choice. Give us some info so we can enjoy it even more,
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Excellent looking bike, IF I ever get back on a road bike, that would be the "type" for me, I'm not a racer type, the idea of long miles in comfort is to me what a road bike should be. I too thought I got a bit more from Jamis than other brands in the same price range, ENJOY!:thumb:
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Originally Posted by George
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I was wondering what saddle you have on the bike.
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Originally Posted by BengeBoy
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It looks like a Selle Anatomica to me.
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Originally Posted by George
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Your right, I didn't see the slot.
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Originally Posted by BluesDawg
(Post 8549837)
Looks like a nice bike. Do you plan to load it up for touring? What is the little box under the rear of the top tube?
BengeBoy, where are your pictures from the Seattle Bike Expo? As for touring, I don't have any immediate plans, although I was thinking about fenders... |
The reason I asked is because I just ordered a Brooks Swift. I hope it's as comfortable as they say it is.
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Looks like a classic bike writ with modern technology.
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The pics make me want to redfishing in the bay.
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Congrats on the new bike. Looks great, enjoy.
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Originally Posted by ecrider
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The little box under the rear of the top tube is my tire repair kit and tools. They fit in a plastic box that slides into a mounted bracket. It's a pretty neat little kit and it's packed so tightly you don't hear any rattling.
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Wife is right: That's nice.
But, a work of art requires the tire repair kit/tools box to go into a saddle wedge, as suggested by BluesDawg. |
Congrats! Looks a nice bike ... except for kickstand. Ouch!
On edit: Do I see a U-lock bracket too? I'd ditch that as well. |
Very nice, but will double the ouch on the length of the steerer tube? What gives?
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Very nice. I like Jamis and I like good steel frames. Here is the Jamis w/631 I got my son - if only I could get him to ride with me.
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/673...9171727660.jpg |
Originally Posted by oilman_15106
(Post 8556104)
Very nice, but will double the ouch on the length of the steerer tube? What gives?
Kickstands and superfluous U-lock brackets damage frames. |
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