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Bob
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: December 19, 2008
Bottom Line: The frame is solid, offering a solid kick back as you ride. The fancy paint job that no doubt adds a hundred dollars or so to the price of the product is already chipped in countless spots. Every part of the bike, minus the frame, have given me problems since I started riding it less than 3 months ago. The geometry of the frame puts too much pressure on the back end, causing exhausting rides on flat pavement. Aerodynamics are non-existent, leaving you begging for mercy on long hauls. I do not recommend buying this over-priced piece of crap.
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bikingweezy
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: February 25, 2004
Strengths: Steel, baby. My bones cannot endure much clankity-clank, and steel is the lower-cost way to go. If you are looking for overall value and performance from a road bike, I would consider most any of the bicycles in the Jamis line.Weaknesses: Those darn Tektro brakes. I lightly sanded the pads and rims, adjusted them and they worked a little better, but ultimately I will replace them with a better quality brake. The Henderson tires were sticky but of low quality, and were replaced immediately. The same Henderson back tire on my boyfriend's 2002 Jamis Ventura had a sidewall blowout after only about 100 miles, so beware.Bottom Line: The Ventura is my first new road bike, and what a find! It cruises and climbs very well, endures all kinds of road conditions, and maintains its comfortable ride all the while. I had tried may other bikes before purchasing the Ventura, and while this isn't fancy, high-dollar, carbon/titanium road candy, the ride is well worth my student budget dollars.
Favorite Ride: Any without injury
Price Paid:
$599.00
Purchased At: Performance Bicycles
Similar Products Used: An old Centurian Le Mans road bike with down-tube shifters; 1999 Rocky Mountain Edge, and a 1996 Gary Fisher Mamba.
Bike Setup: So far, all stock with the exception of Performance kevlar tires and a Terry Butterfly saddle.
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drewpeterson
a Triathlete
from Date Reviewed: February 2, 2004
Strengths: The steel frame is awesome. I have always wanted a steel frame since my other two bikes are aluminum. The ride is supple, comfortable and a pleasure to ride. The Tiagra components work well and the bar is nice.Weaknesses: The tires are not durable and should be replaced. Also the saddle is very uncomfortable for long rides. I replaced it with a more ergonomic saddle that is nice. Also I put on some Speedplay pedals.Bottom Line: This bike is an excellent value and very comfortable. I got it at Performance at a huge sale have already ridden 750 miles in just over a month. For the money and real world value it cannot be beat. The frame (59 cm) fits me like a glove.
Favorite Ride: Alpine loop
Price Paid:
$225.00
Purchased At: Performance Bicycles
Similar Products Used: I own a Cannondale CAAD 4 bike and Giant Cadex.
Bike Setup: I have performance tires, a Performance
Classic saddle and Speedplay x3 pedals.
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tmotz
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: September 14, 2003
Strengths: The frame so far has been stiff considering my 220+ lb.body.Weaknesses: So far the only real problem has been the rear wheel,one broken spoke and the rim is toast.Thing about getting different tires after a few hundred miles.Bottom Line: The bike is a entry level model but is light and very responive.Good welds and good paint finish.
Price Paid:
$769.00
Purchased At: Wersell's
Similar Products Used: Various mountain bikes,Mid 80s Fuji
Bike Setup: Stock
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johnsrinx
a Recreational Rider
from Vergennes, Vermont, USADate Reviewed: May 5, 2003
Strengths: It's a beautiful bike, I like the Blue and White colors. The Shimano Tiagra 27 setup is middle range, The shifting is smooth and I have not encountered any problems.Weaknesses: So far I have not found anyBottom Line: I just got this bike and have put about 30 miles on it. It is very lightweight and fast. I am replacing a Schwinn Super Sport that I've been riding for 20 years. I am 220 pounds and was looking for a steel frame bike with quality components. For the price this bike could not be beat! The ride is smoother than my old bike. I attribute that to the carbon forks.
Favorite Ride: Jamis Ventura 2003
Price Paid:
$809.00
Purchased At: The Alpine Shop
Similar Products Used: 1984 Schwinn Super Sport
Bike Setup: Stock from Factory
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