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  1. Hey gang....

    After seeing a few too many double boingers and DH'ers go flying over
    stuff on the trails that slows me up on my HT (a little hard on the butt
    and legs, if you get my drift), I'm finally starting to consider
    switching over to full suspension.

    My preferred LBS has some Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0's in stock and I'm told
    that, although heavy as an XC race bike and not as beefy as a typical DH
    bike, it can dabble in both if I'm ever tempted to try as my style
    advances from adventure commuter and recreational trail rider.

    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or have
    any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full suspension,
    it'd be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere in the
    $1250-$1750 US range if I can, though I may be able to do up to $2000 US.

    I'm 6', 230lb, built like a wall and presently commute on gravel trails
    and single track. My skills have been coming up a lot in the last year
    and I'm starting to look at more serious/technical trails and the lesser
    travelled paths (more into lighter DH territory without big air) into
    our local river valley.

    Any thoughts greatly appreciated,

    Psycho Mike

  2. "Michael Halliwell" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:97Tvf.264281$ki.240240@pd7tw2no...

    Quoted message said:

    Hey gang....

    After seeing a few too many double boingers and DH'ers go flying over
    stuff on the trails that slows me up on my HT (a little hard on the butt
    and legs, if you get my drift), I'm finally starting to consider switching
    over to full suspension.

    My preferred LBS has some Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0's in stock and I'm told
    that, although heavy as an XC race bike and not as beefy as a typical DH
    bike, it can dabble in both if I'm ever tempted to try as my style
    advances from adventure commuter and recreational trail rider.

    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or have
    any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full suspension, it'd
    be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere in the $1250-$1750 US
    range if I can, though I may be able to do up to $2000 US.

    I'm 6', 230lb, built like a wall and presently commute on gravel trails
    and single track. My skills have been coming up a lot in the last year
    and I'm starting to look at more serious/technical trails and the lesser
    travelled paths (more into lighter DH territory without big air) into our
    local river valley.

    Any thoughts greatly appreciated,

    Psycho Mike

    I have a Jamis Dakar XC. I'm 6'1 and 215lb on good days. It works fine for
    me.

  3. Michael Halliwell wrote:
    <snip>

    Quoted message said:


    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or have
    any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full suspension,
    it'd be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere in the
    $1250-$1750 US range if I can, though I may be able to do up to $2000 US.

    No direct experience with Jamis, but...

    The low end of your price range is pretty low for a new FS bike. It's
    likely to have some significant compromises to meet that price point.
    At the higher end I think you can find some reasonable bikes. I've
    always had good luck with Specialized bikes so I'd recommend something
    like a Stumpjumper FSR. At least ride one to have something to compare
    to. If you can find any of last year's stock you could probably get a
    little closer to your lower prices.

    Matt

  4. MattB said:

    Michael Halliwell wrote:
    <snip>

    Quoted message said:


    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or
    have any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full
    suspension, it'd be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere
    in the $1250-$1750 US range if I can, though I may be able to do up
    to $2000 US.

    No direct experience with Jamis, but...

    The low end of your price range is pretty low for a new FS bike. It's
    likely to have some significant compromises to meet that price point.
    At the higher end I think you can find some reasonable bikes. I've
    always had good luck with Specialized bikes so I'd recommend something
    like a Stumpjumper FSR. At least ride one to have something to compare
    to. If you can find any of last year's stock you could probably get a
    little closer to your lower prices.

    We have 2004 Stumpjumper FSR *Comps* some of which have Fox Float forks for
    ~$1400. E-mail me off-list if you're interested.
    --
    Phil, Squid-in-Training

  5. "Phil, Squid-in-Training" <[email hidden]> wrote in
    message

    Quoted message said:

    MattB wrote:

    Quoted message said:

    We have 2004 Stumpjumper FSR *Comps* some of which have Fox Float forks
    for ~$1400. E-mail me off-list if you're interested.

    Is this a shop selling ?.

    I just paid $1250, came out to $1350 w/ tax , plus a free Manitou shock
    pump. Local shop, also a new 2004 Stumpy FSR Comp. I believe $1400 was
    list, and I would hesitate paying list on a 2 year old bike.

    SB

  6. Google "Jamis" and "TBF" in this newsgroup, it's pretty funny.

    JD

  7. Steve B. said:

    "Phil, Squid-in-Training" <[email hidden]>
    wrote in message

    Quoted message said:

    MattB wrote:

    Quoted message said:

    We have 2004 Stumpjumper FSR *Comps* some of which have Fox Float
    forks for ~$1400. E-mail me off-list if you're interested.

    Is this a shop selling ?.

    I work at a shop, yes.

    Quoted message said:

    I just paid $1250, came out to $1350 w/ tax , plus a free Manitou
    shock pump. Local shop, also a new 2004 Stumpy FSR Comp. I believe
    $1400 was list, and I would hesitate paying list on a 2 year old bike.

    Hey wow, congrats on the purchase! If you paid that little for that bike,
    buy as many bikes that you can from that LBS and resell them yourself!!!
    They're selling those bikes for *LESS* than they paid for them. Unless
    they're gouging on the accessories or selling service plans, they're going
    to be gone real soon.

    Keep in mind however, that for that year, the FSRxc Comp MSRP (with the
    crappy shock and mid-range components) was $1400, whereas the FSR Comp (Fox
    shocks front and rear, XTR, Avid) was $2000. I don't know if you're talking
    about the FSRxc or the FSR, but if you're talking about the FSRxc, you could
    have had one for ~$950 from us. But I digress... the "real" FSR Comp is
    $2000 MSRP, and a $600 discount is not shabby, IMO.

    OP, I also recommend buying from that LBS if you can swing that kind of a
    deal.

    --
    Phil, Squid-in-Training

  8. Phil said:

    Keep in mind however, that for that year, the FSRxc Comp MSRP (with the
    crappy shock and mid-range components) was $1400, whereas the FSR Comp (Fox
    shocks front and rear, XTR, Avid) was $2000. I don't know if you're talking
    about the FSRxc or the FSR, but if you're talking about the FSRxc, you could
    have had one for ~$950 from us. But I digress... the "real" FSR Comp is
    $2000 MSRP, and a $600 discount is not shabby, IMO.

    OP, I also recommend buying from that LBS if you can swing that kind of a
    deal.

    Don't know if it's still the case since I haven't looked at Special Eds
    in over 8 years. But in the past they seemed to oversupply most years
    and Alan Goldsmith at Stupergo would snap them up and blow them out at
    ridiculous prices. Kind of turned me off of Specialized to see someone
    pay $1900 at the beginning of the season and another person pay only
    $1050 at the end of the season.

    Greg
    --
    "All my time I spent in heaven
    Revelries of dance and wine
    Waking to the sound of laughter
    Up I'd rise and kiss the sky" - The Mekons

  9. MattB said:

    Michael Halliwell wrote:
    <snip>

    Quoted message said:


    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or
    have any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full
    suspension, it'd be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere
    in the $1250-$1750 US range if I can, though I may be able to do up to
    $2000 US.

    No direct experience with Jamis, but...

    The low end of your price range is pretty low for a new FS bike. It's
    likely to have some significant compromises to meet that price point.
    At the higher end I think you can find some reasonable bikes. I've
    always had good luck with Specialized bikes so I'd recommend something
    like a Stumpjumper FSR. At least ride one to have something to compare
    to. If you can find any of last year's stock you could probably get a
    little closer to your lower prices.

    Matt

    Yeah, I might be off with the price points....I'm going from Cdn price
    points and $ CDN trying to convert to $US and have no idea about how the
    US price points come out.

    To put it in better perspecive, I guess I could say that I'm in the
    price range of a Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0 (which is at the same price point
    here as the plain XLT was last year) or a lower end Gary Fisher Cake.

    Hope that helps a bit,

    Psycho Mike

  10. Marty said:

    "Michael Halliwell" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:97Tvf.264281$ki.240240@pd7tw2no...

    Quoted message said:

    Hey gang....

    After seeing a few too many double boingers and DH'ers go flying over
    stuff on the trails that slows me up on my HT (a little hard on the butt
    and legs, if you get my drift), I'm finally starting to consider switching
    over to full suspension.

    My preferred LBS has some Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0's in stock and I'm told
    that, although heavy as an XC race bike and not as beefy as a typical DH
    bike, it can dabble in both if I'm ever tempted to try as my style
    advances from adventure commuter and recreational trail rider.

    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or have
    any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full suspension, it'd
    be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere in the $1250-$1750 US
    range if I can, though I may be able to do up to $2000 US.

    I'm 6', 230lb, built like a wall and presently commute on gravel trails
    and single track. My skills have been coming up a lot in the last year
    and I'm starting to look at more serious/technical trails and the lesser
    travelled paths (more into lighter DH territory without big air) into our
    local river valley.

    Any thoughts greatly appreciated,

    Psycho Mike

    I have a Jamis Dakar XC. I'm 6'1 and 215lb on good days. It works fine for
    me.

    What year is your XC and what sort of riding do you do? The XC Comp
    fits in my price range as well... Not as much travel as he XLT, but
    better specs on other components and lighter weight if I decide I want
    to dabble in a race or two.

    Psycho Mike

  11. "Michael Halliwell" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:cOdwf.270322$ki.71856@pd7tw2no...

    Quoted message said:
    Marty said:

    "Michael Halliwell" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:97Tvf.264281$ki.240240@pd7tw2no...

    Quoted message said:

    Hey gang....

    After seeing a few too many double boingers and DH'ers go flying over
    stuff on the trails that slows me up on my HT (a little hard on the butt
    and legs, if you get my drift), I'm finally starting to consider
    switching over to full suspension.

    My preferred LBS has some Jamis Dakar XLT 1.0's in stock and I'm told
    that, although heavy as an XC race bike and not as beefy as a typical DH
    bike, it can dabble in both if I'm ever tempted to try as my style
    advances from adventure commuter and recreational trail rider.

    Anyone had any experiences with Jamis, this frame in particular or have
    any suggestions for other bikes I should look at in full suspension, it'd
    be greatly appreciated. I'd like to stay somewhere in the $1250-$1750 US
    range if I can, though I may be able to do up to $2000 US.

    I'm 6', 230lb, built like a wall and presently commute on gravel trails
    and single track. My skills have been coming up a lot in the last year
    and I'm starting to look at more serious/technical trails and the lesser
    travelled paths (more into lighter DH territory without big air) into our
    local river valley.

    Any thoughts greatly appreciated,

    Psycho Mike

    I have a Jamis Dakar XC. I'm 6'1 and 215lb on good days. It works fine
    for me.

    What year is your XC and what sort of riding do you do? The XC Comp fits
    in my price range as well... Not as much travel as he XLT, but better
    specs on other components and lighter weight if I decide I want to dabble
    in a race or two.

    Psycho Mike

    I bought my Jamis in 2003. I ride XC.

    Marty

  12. "Phil, Squid-in-Training" <

    Quoted message said:


    Hey wow, congrats on the purchase! If you paid that little for that bike,
    buy as many bikes that you can from that LBS and resell them yourself!!!
    They're selling those bikes for *LESS* than they paid for them. Unless
    they're gouging on the accessories or selling service plans, they're going
    to be gone real soon.

    Keep in mind however, that for that year, the FSRxc Comp MSRP (with the
    crappy shock and mid-range components) was $1400, whereas the FSR Comp
    (Fox shocks front and rear, XTR, Avid) was $2000. I don't know if you're
    talking about the FSRxc or the FSR, but if you're talking about the FSRxc,
    you could have had one for ~$950 from us. But I digress... the "real" FSR
    Comp is $2000 MSRP, and a $600 discount is not shabby, IMO.

    OP, I also recommend buying from that LBS if you can swing that kind of a
    deal.

    My Specialized says Stumpjumper Pro (M4) on the frame, but seemingly is
    equipped as per the Specialized website for the 2004 Stumpjumper FSR Comp
    (The tag said Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Pro, which I don't think is
    correct). The fork is a Fox Float 100 RL, the R shock is a Fox Float RLC
    with ProPedal (the shock were the selling point). The shifters and F
    derailer is LX, R derailer is XTR. Brakes/Levers are Avid 5R V brakes.
    Crank is Specialized Strongarm 100, headset says Aheadset SP2. Wheels are
    Mavic 225's, R hub is a Shimano, F is a Specialized. Bar, Stem, Post,
    Saddle are all Specialized.

    Did I pay under shop cost. Perhaps, as it was a 2004 and they may have
    wanted to move it off the floor. The sale price was $1299, I talked the
    salesman down $50. This is a very large shop, where I'm known and do a fair
    amount of business and is a shop that is very well respected in the area,
    was listed a few years ago as one of the best shops in the Bicycling
    magazine review of LBS's. Seemingly not about to go out of business, as
    they most likely make a good living on fitness equipment. Not the first
    time I've seen a good deal here, maybe they sell enough to get a better deal
    from the manufacturers, thus can sell at lower margin, or can blow out as
    necessary.

    So maybe I got a better deal then one might find elsewhere. Who knows,
    maybe your $1400 is more in the ballpark.

    SB

  13. Steve B. said:

    "Phil, Squid-in-Training" <

    Quoted message said:


    Hey wow, congrats on the purchase! If you paid that little for that
    bike, buy as many bikes that you can from that LBS and resell them
    yourself!!! They're selling those bikes for *LESS* than they paid
    for them. Unless they're gouging on the accessories or selling
    service plans, they're going to be gone real soon.

    Keep in mind however, that for that year, the FSRxc Comp MSRP (with
    the crappy shock and mid-range components) was $1400, whereas the
    FSR Comp (Fox shocks front and rear, XTR, Avid) was $2000. I don't
    know if you're talking about the FSRxc or the FSR, but if you're
    talking about the FSRxc, you could have had one for ~$950 from us. But I
    digress... the "real" FSR Comp is $2000 MSRP, and a $600
    discount is not shabby, IMO. OP, I also recommend buying from that LBS if
    you can swing that kind
    of a deal.

    My Specialized says Stumpjumper Pro (M4) on the frame, but seemingly
    is equipped as per the Specialized website for the 2004 Stumpjumper
    FSR Comp (The tag said Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Pro, which I don't
    think is correct). The fork is a Fox Float 100 RL, the R shock is a
    Fox Float RLC with ProPedal (the shock were the selling point). The
    shifters and F derailer is LX, R derailer is XTR. Brakes/Levers are
    Avid 5R V brakes. Crank is Specialized Strongarm 100, headset says
    Aheadset SP2. Wheels are Mavic 225's, R hub is a Shimano, F is a
    Specialized. Bar, Stem, Post, Saddle are all Specialized.

    Did I pay under shop cost. Perhaps, as it was a 2004 and they may
    have wanted to move it off the floor. The sale price was $1299, I
    talked the salesman down $50. This is a very large shop, where I'm

    There we go. That's the key: it's a large shop. They probably do enough
    business for a little loss here and there to fall into the noise.

    Quoted message said:

    known and do a fair amount of business and is a shop that is very
    well respected in the area, was listed a few years ago as one of the
    best shops in the Bicycling magazine review of LBS's. Seemingly not
    about to go out of business, as they most likely make a good living
    on fitness equipment. Not the first time I've seen a good deal here,
    maybe they sell enough to get a better deal from the manufacturers,
    thus can sell at lower margin, or can blow out as necessary.

    Take advantage of that! You're in good hands over there.

    Quoted message said:

    So maybe I got a better deal then one might find elsewhere. Who
    knows, maybe your $1400 is more in the ballpark.

    We run a ~600 sq-ft bike shop. About 200 sq feet are for repair stands and
    inventory, and there is a lot of "excuse me, let me get by" going on at our
    place. We're physically and fiscally a small shop. Congrats again.

    --
    Phil, Squid-in-Training

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    From: [email hidden] (JD)
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    "TBF" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:<[email hidden]>....

    Quoted message said:

    when I hear a loud
    crack. Thinking it was a branch or twig, I keep riding until I notice the
    rear wheel is doing a crab-walk.

    I look down and I see this!
    http://members.rogers.com/jr.miller/interest.htm

    My swingarm is destroyed. Before anyone asks...no I don't do jumps or
    downhill, strictly XC. I've got too many bills and an 8 year old to keep in
    XBOX and Gamecube games to be risking time off work. I've ridden it about 1
    1/2 seasons without a hitch. The girl rides on ahead to fetch the car, and a
    half hour later I'm heading home in disbelief wondering what it could have
    been like if that had happend on a fast descent.

    Anyway, luckily I have a spare swingarm.

    From: TBF ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Opinions for the noob
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2004-03-14 11:39:04 PST
    "Jamis makes rock solid rigs without the costs of other high end
    manufacters."

    Please define "rock solid". The catastrophic failure of that swingarm
    tells a different story.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: What To Buy? Jamis XLT, Specialized Enduro, nothing?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-05-19 03:19:12 PST
    "The tell your friend to get his Jamis built up properly. I've been
    riding mine for months now and it's tight and fast..."

    ...and broken.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: RR: Riding in the rain
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-04-18 19:56:17 PST
    "The linkages on the Jamis are starting to loosen up finally, so the
    ride is smooth but without any "bobbing" for a change."

    Looks like the linkages are not the issue, but shoddy
    materials/workmanship. Funny how you had a spare swingarm laying
    around for your "rock solid" bike.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Gary Fisher Sugar 4 or Trek Fuel 80?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-04-13 17:41:06 PST
    "GF between the two, but I would get a Jamis dakar for $750 and spend
    the rest of the cash on gear"

    Great advice for someone who wants a broken bike.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Custom Jamis Dakar or Diamondback from LBS?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-04-01 17:43:22 PST
    "Jamis is the better deal and the 15" may fit you but you should try
    one on
    for size first. I have the Dakar Comp and it rocks!"

    Yeah, it "rocks" alright, rocks to pieces.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Entry level FS XC bike recommendation?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-03-27 14:21:38 PST
    "Jamis Dakar"

    Blind brand loyalty is a funny thing.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Ellsworth Truth versus Santa Cruz Blur
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-03-23 07:23:23 PST
    "Jamis Dakar Comp XC or Expert"

    Hmmm, someone asks about smellsworthless and santa crud and you go one
    lower. How entertaining.

    From: TBF ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: BR: Built up my Jamis Dakar Comp Frame
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-01-28 04:34:01 PST
    "I happen to have ridden a number of other Jamis bikes over the years,
    the Comp is just a new experience, and i can tell you, they are far
    from crappy, otherwise I wouldn't have wasted my cash on it."

    So far from crappy that they break often enough to keep a spare
    swingarm around?

    You're a riot.

    JD

  15. Google it, using "TBF" and "Jamis" in this newsgroup. It's pretty
    funny.

    JD

  16. JD said:

    Google it, using "TBF" and "Jamis" in this newsgroup. It's pretty
    funny.

    JD

    Interesting, but not current which means it may or may not be relevant.
    A lot can change in 3-4 model years, especially if a problem is
    discovered.

    Them main reasons the Jamis caught my eye are a) the LBS with a solid
    rep for being into the more technical/demanding riding carries and
    services them, b) they've had good reviews (best pick in some cases) in
    the mtb mags and c) they are within the price range that I'm looking at.

    Any current info on the Jamis or other bike recommendations, JD?

    Psycho Mike

  17. Google "Jamis" and "TBF" in this newsgroup, it's pretty funny.

    JD

  18. JD said:

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    "TBF" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:<[email hidden]>....

    Quoted message said:

    when I hear a loud
    crack. Thinking it was a branch or twig, I keep riding until I notice the
    rear wheel is doing a crab-walk.

    I look down and I see this!
    http://members.rogers.com/jr.miller/interest.htm

    My swingarm is destroyed. Before anyone asks...no I don't do jumps or
    downhill, strictly XC. I've got too many bills and an 8 year old to keep in
    XBOX and Gamecube games to be risking time off work. I've ridden it about 1
    1/2 seasons without a hitch. The girl rides on ahead to fetch the car, and a
    half hour later I'm heading home in disbelief wondering what it could have
    been like if that had happend on a fast descent.

    Anyway, luckily I have a spare swingarm.

    From: TBF ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Opinions for the noob
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2004-03-14 11:39:04 PST
    "Jamis makes rock solid rigs without the costs of other high end
    manufacters."

    Please define "rock solid". The catastrophic failure of that swingarm
    tells a different story.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: What To Buy? Jamis XLT, Specialized Enduro, nothing?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-05-19 03:19:12 PST
    "The tell your friend to get his Jamis built up properly. I've been
    riding mine for months now and it's tight and fast..."

    ..and broken.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: RR: Riding in the rain
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-04-18 19:56:17 PST
    "The linkages on the Jamis are starting to loosen up finally, so the
    ride is smooth but without any "bobbing" for a change."

    Looks like the linkages are not the issue, but shoddy
    materials/workmanship. Funny how you had a spare swingarm laying
    around for your "rock solid" bike.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Gary Fisher Sugar 4 or Trek Fuel 80?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-04-13 17:41:06 PST
    "GF between the two, but I would get a Jamis dakar for $750 and spend
    the rest of the cash on gear"

    Great advice for someone who wants a broken bike.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Custom Jamis Dakar or Diamondback from LBS?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-04-01 17:43:22 PST
    "Jamis is the better deal and the 15" may fit you but you should try
    one on
    for size first. I have the Dakar Comp and it rocks!"

    Yeah, it "rocks" alright, rocks to pieces.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Entry level FS XC bike recommendation?
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-03-27 14:21:38 PST
    "Jamis Dakar"

    Blind brand loyalty is a funny thing.

    From: ..::TBF::.. ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: Ellsworth Truth versus Santa Cruz Blur
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-03-23 07:23:23 PST
    "Jamis Dakar Comp XC or Expert"

    Hmmm, someone asks about smellsworthless and santa crud and you go one
    lower. How entertaining.

    From: TBF ([email hidden])
    Subject: Re: BR: Built up my Jamis Dakar Comp Frame
    Newsgroups: alt.mountain-bike
    Date: 2003-01-28 04:34:01 PST
    "I happen to have ridden a number of other Jamis bikes over the years,
    the Comp is just a new experience, and i can tell you, they are far
    from crappy, otherwise I wouldn't have wasted my cash on it."

    So far from crappy that they break often enough to keep a spare
    swingarm around?

    You're a riot.

    JD

    Yes, JD....I read it...

    As I said, interesting but may or may not be relevant. A thread started
    in 2003/2004 and the bike in question was a season old (2002 or 2003)
    which makes 3-4 model years from current (2006).

    I'll ask again, any current info or other suggestions....we know
    Ellsworth, Cannondale, Jamis and a bunch of others are on your "[censored]"
    list...so what brand ain't [censored]?

    Thanks,

    Psycho Mike

  19. "JD" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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    Quoted message said:

    Google "Jamis" and "TBF" in this newsgroup, it's pretty funny.

    JD

    Nowhere near funny enough for three identical posts mate.

    Shaun aRe

  20. Shaun aRe said:

    "JD" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
    news:[email hidden]...

    Quoted message said:

    Google "Jamis" and "TBF" in this newsgroup, it's pretty funny.

    JD

    Nowhere near funny enough for three identical posts mate.

    Google was hiccupping last week.

    JD

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