Jamis Coda or Coda Sport?
03-21-06, 07:19 AM
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Jamis Coda or Coda Sport?
I'm new to this sport/recreation, and I realize most of you are advocates of the drop bars, but for my needs I need a flat bar. I'm trying to determine if the Coda Sport is worth the extra $150 over the Coda. I realize the components are better on the Coda Sport, but I figure the components on the Coda could be upgraded sometime down the road, too.
Thoughts are much appreciated. Thanks!
Thoughts are much appreciated. Thanks!
03-21-06, 07:33 AM
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Welcome..first thing is it would be easier if you could either cut and paste or link to the specs especially on a bike most here wont know well like these...I'll help you out here.
https://www.jamisbikes.com/bikes/06_codasport.html
https://www.jamisbikes.com/bikes/06_coda.html
In looking over the specs I would say it is close but IMO the upgrades are worth the price difference. You get Shimano 9 speed rather than some low level SRAM 8 speed. You get a slightly better wheelset which is a key upgrade on any bike. And while minimal you get a nicer stem...the Ritchey adjustable is supposed to be pretty nice.
Jamis makes nice bikes...I have been eyeing up the Coda Elite as it has what I have been looking for to replace my Marin. The combo of the Steel frame, disc brakes and compact geometry and eyelets for fenders and racks isn't something you can find on any other factory bike I have seen.
https://www.jamisbikes.com/bikes/06_codasport.html
https://www.jamisbikes.com/bikes/06_coda.html
In looking over the specs I would say it is close but IMO the upgrades are worth the price difference. You get Shimano 9 speed rather than some low level SRAM 8 speed. You get a slightly better wheelset which is a key upgrade on any bike. And while minimal you get a nicer stem...the Ritchey adjustable is supposed to be pretty nice.
Jamis makes nice bikes...I have been eyeing up the Coda Elite as it has what I have been looking for to replace my Marin. The combo of the Steel frame, disc brakes and compact geometry and eyelets for fenders and racks isn't something you can find on any other factory bike I have seen.
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03-21-06, 07:57 AM
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Welcome!!!
I agree with the previous poster that the component group on the sport justifies the difference in price. But bottom line is that both bikes are good recreational bikes.
The question you need to ask yourself is how much you plan on using the bike and what for? Sometimes the better choice is to initially spend less money, and if you really get into it....sell it and buy an even nicer bike down the line. If you end up not using the bike your not out as much money with the less expensive bike.
Buying the best bike you can afford is a good suggestion if you are certain that you will use the bike. The folks in these forums are avid bikers and will generally always buy the best bike they can afford. That is not always the best advice for a more casual cyclist. $450 should you a nice bike. Also...consider used as well.
I agree with the previous poster that the component group on the sport justifies the difference in price. But bottom line is that both bikes are good recreational bikes.
The question you need to ask yourself is how much you plan on using the bike and what for? Sometimes the better choice is to initially spend less money, and if you really get into it....sell it and buy an even nicer bike down the line. If you end up not using the bike your not out as much money with the less expensive bike.
Buying the best bike you can afford is a good suggestion if you are certain that you will use the bike. The folks in these forums are avid bikers and will generally always buy the best bike they can afford. That is not always the best advice for a more casual cyclist. $450 should you a nice bike. Also...consider used as well.
03-21-06, 11:57 AM
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Grasschopper, Chessie254, thanks for the welcome and your tips and comments. I guess $150 isn't all that much in the grand scheme of things, especially if my wife's getting something too.
Thanks again!
Thanks again!
03-21-06, 06:36 PM
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Coda Sport is a great all-purpose bike. I bought my son a used one when he outgrew his kid-size MTB. With slightly wider tires, it was great for touring the C&O Canal towpath last summer. If he outgrows it, I'm keeping it as a commuter/tourer and non-technical trails bike for myself.
