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Bodyshop Boy
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: February 27, 2012
Strengths: One of the best values in a steel frame bike. Jamis stands by their product even upgrading the front deraileur from 105 to Ultegra. Ride quality head and shoulders above carbon.Weaknesses: Chain ring won't release chain so it binds up in the front deraileur under even modest load.Bottom Line: A riding buddy of mine was touting the ride quality of steel and since I was in the market for a new bike, my "Quest" began. It seems there are very few off-the-shelf manufacturers who offer a steel frame of this quality at this price.
I rode the Quest side by side with a comparable Jamis carbon frame and the ride quality is head and shoulders above. The Carbon frame transmitted every little road seem and bump, the steel - smooth as silk!
Have had some trouble with the chain ring refusing to release the chain under moderate load, causing it to wrap up into the deraileur. Jamis not only replaced the front deraileur but upgraded it to an Ultegra unit at no additional cost. Problem improved, but not solved will look to replace the crank set next.
I only have a couple of hundred miles on the bike so far, but really like the feel. This frame is a keeper.
Price Paid:
$1500.00
Similar Products Used: 2008 Specialized Alez Elite
Bike Setup: Compact chain rings, stock with the exception of a longer handlebar stem.
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Justin
a Date Reviewed: February 21, 2012
Strengths: Love it. Smooth ride and groupos are the bomb. It's really one of the best deals out there.Weaknesses: The groupos. They need constant tune ups, and I don't mean the breaks. It's the gearing. It will start to give you problems in 3 months. The other thing I think Jamis should spring for is run flat tires. I hit a patch of spurs (I'm in SoCal) and lost both tires at once. No prb, except I'm on a bike about 15 miles from home. Yeah, that wasn't cool, but not necessarily Jamis fault. Just would like to see a company think a little more. I'd have paid another 50 bucks to not have to pay a taxi 100 for the mistake.Bottom Line: I have had the quest for a few years and I love it. It's got all of what I need in a road bike. Good groupos and a nice slide on the road without any bumps.
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Croz
a CommuterDate Reviewed: January 23, 2012
Strengths: The ride is smooth and swift, the component set is an incredible value for the money.Weaknesses: I suppose the only weakness is the fact that the steel frame adds a bit of weight if you're considering a carbon fiber or aluminum frame instead.Bottom Line: In my pursuit for a great road bike I started with aluminium before falling in love with a carbon fiber bike. After learning about the fragility of a CF bike and the theft risk, I decided to look for something that is a bit more durable. After riding an Eclipse with all Ultegra parts (and coming back sore) I decided to give the Quest a ride expecting little difference.
Man, was I in for a surprise. The quest is as smooth as butter yet still felt as peppy as a bike many pounds lighter. The components are smooth and light and the bike is a joy to ride. I used to feel every mile in my previous bike. On my Quest I have to cut myself off. The ride is so swift and smooth I just want to keep going.
Favorite Ride: Jamis Quest
Price Paid:
$1400.00
Purchased At: Sports Basement
Similar Products Used: Carbon: Felt Z5, Aluminum: Cannondale Synapse
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Jodi
a CommuterDate Reviewed: August 15, 2011
Strengths: Smooth ride, great components, comfortable for miles, great transfer of power with the FSA crankset.Weaknesses: Stock seat uncomfortable - an easy fix.Bottom Line: When I finally opted to get a more serious bike for distance rides, I looked long and hard. Tested lots of carbon, and fell in love with steel. I purchased a 2009 Jamis Quest and never looked back.
That is, until I was hit by a car, thus ended my original Quest's too short life (but happily not mine). When I started looking around again for a bike to replace what I lost, it quickly became apparent that I should look no further than the Quest. So I got the 2010 model when the 2011's came out.
There were only minor differences in the two models, and in my opinion they were improvements: tires went from 23C to 25C (better for general riding; I'm not racing), the wheelset itself got a bit fancier, and the color went from black to red. I love the red.
The Quest is an incredibly smooth and comfortable ride. It's hard to beat the stock components at this price point. I plan on keeping this bike for years to come.
Favorite Ride: Jamis Quest
Price Paid:
$900.00
Purchased At: Hampshire Bicycle Ex
Similar Products Used: 2009 Jamis Quest, 2002 Jamis Aurora
Bike Setup: Stock setup minus seat, which I swapped out for something more comfortable.
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Paul
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: June 13, 2011
Strengths: Steel frame, well assembled, good components.Weaknesses: Possibly the stock Sella San Marco. I'm still riding it to determine if I want to switch and that is an easy change.Bottom Line: Finally have a steel bike after a couple of years of waiting for a good deal. Quest is still a Reynolds 631 frame but the LBS was offloading some 'high end bikes' and marked this down from a little less than $1,800 to $1,280. I've ridden it for less than a month but it is everything I wanted; smooth ride, responsive components and great fit. I haven't put it on a scale but simply picking it up is a joy as it doesn't feel much/at all heavier than my old Cannondale.
Favorite Ride: FM 1093 and area around Fulshear, TX
Price Paid:
$1280.00
Purchased At: Lone Star Bicycle, C
Similar Products Used: Cannondale, Trek and tested Giant, Mercier, Felt, Novara
Bike Setup: compact 105 with an Ultegra R/D. Mavic Aksium wheel-set. Speedplay Light Action stainless pedals.
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