Jamis Nova -- why haven't I heard more?
06-29-07, 11:29 AM
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I took the Nova for a test ride. WOW. 
Five seconds in, I was smiling like a maniac. It is a BEAUTIFUL bike. I'm going to sleep on it, but I think I'm in love 
Five seconds in, I was smiling like a maniac. It is a BEAUTIFUL bike. I'm going to sleep on it, but I think I'm in love
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06-29-07, 01:42 PM
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of course, "Nova" means "no go" in spanish.
before you plunk down the dough, you might want to ask about any issues your dealer has had with the current batch of novas.
two of the larger sized '07 bikes came back to my Jamis dealer with cracked seat tubes (right below the lug).
It might have just been that particular batch, but I thought I'd give fair warning.
before you plunk down the dough, you might want to ask about any issues your dealer has had with the current batch of novas.
two of the larger sized '07 bikes came back to my Jamis dealer with cracked seat tubes (right below the lug).
It might have just been that particular batch, but I thought I'd give fair warning.
06-29-07, 01:46 PM
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Hmmm. Thanks for the heads up. I'll ask, but I'm pretty sure this shop only has the one Nova, and I didn't notice any cracks or other nasties.
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I have an 05 that I used for commuting and light offroad. It is a great bike and you can fit a rack in the back which is invaluable for commuting. Changing the tires would also turn into a competent touring machine.
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Originally Posted by gbcb
I took the Nova for a test ride. WOW. Five seconds in, I was smiling like a maniac. It is a BEAUTIFUL bike. I'm going to sleep on it, but I think I'm in love
Five seconds in, I was smiling like a maniac. It is a BEAUTIFUL bike. I'm going to sleep on it, but I think I'm in love www.bicycleblowout.com has deals on '04 and '06 Novas, but unless you're in Reno, you'll have to know what size frame you need when you order.
