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Jamis Beatnik

Jamis Beatnik
  • Color: Mash
  • Color: Smoke
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CITY SLAYER
There is simply no better material better suited for the rigors of urban riding than steel. Unlike aluminum, steel naturally damps or absorbs the shocks and vibrations of city streets. Aluminum simply transmits it, like a tuning fork, which is why aluminum frames are often criticized for their "harsh" riding qualities. Besides, on a fixie, where vintage reigns, skinny steel frame tubes are just right.

Our Bikes

At JRABS we do things differently from the other stores.  The first thing that you may notice when entering our store is that we don't stock very many bikes.  There's a number of reasons why, but mainly because we are mostly a service-oriented shop.  Most shops have a huge showroom and a tiny workshop.  We prefer a larger workshop.  Also, when you look at the number of brands we sell (All-City, Bianchi, Cinelli, Wilier-Triestina, Jamis, Kona, Surly and more), it would be impossible to stock all the resulting models in all of their colors and sizes (thousands!). So, we prefer personalizing your new bike to YOU, rather than steering you toward a bike that we happen to have in stock. 

30-Day Test Ride!*

You have a month to fall in love with your new bike!

We realize that you want to test ride your new bike, which is why we offer a 30-Day Test Ride.  We work with you to find the perfect bike that meets your wants, needs, fit, style, and budget.  After leaving with your new bike, you'll have 30 days to ride it in the real world -- not merely in a parking lot.  Take your bike home and ride it around the block, or do a century!  We think this is the only way to know truly whether your new bike is perfect for you.

 The best assembly!

At JRABS, our bicycle assembly process is the most comprehensive in the industry.  I can guarantee you that the bicycle that you purchase from me will last longer, ride smoother, be more efficient, and cost you less in the long run.  Here's why:

"Grease failure could come at any time. Factory original greases are often of the lowest quality and applied in very limited or erratic quantities. Frames are often inadequately cleaned at the factory, so bottom bracket and headset grease often has been contaminated with abrasive particles even before the bike has been ridden. For these reasons it is difficult to project the normal calendar time or elapsed miles that should occur between bearing overhauls. As a rule of thumb, 2,000-3,000 miles or two to three years of generally fair-weather riding should make a bike ready for an overhaul. The best method to determine whether grease has become due for replacement is inspection." -  John Barnett, Barnett's Manual DX

Bikes are shipped to bike shops in the same manner, no matter the brand.  What the bike shop does from there will make a huge difference in the bike's performance and longevity.  Here are the approximate times to assemble a new adult bicycle:

  • Mass merchant: 15 mins
  • Chain sports store: 20 mins
  • National chain bicycle store: 25mins
  • Local chain bicycle store: 30 mins
  • Independent bicycle shop: 45 mins
  • JRABS: 2-3 hours

When shopping for your new bike, ask them if they:

  • Opened up the hubs and injected better than factory grease (applies to loose ball bearing hubs).
  • For disc brake bikes: Did the brake pad bed-in proceedure
  • Pulled the rear wheel off, lubricated the freewheel threads or cassette splines and used a torque wrench to re-install.
  • Stressed the spokes then re-tensioned, re-trued the wheels
  • Lubricated the cables
  • Test rode your bike and then re-checked everything

We do all of this and and much more!  Buying your bike at a chain store?  Not a chance.  Here it's just two of us - Ethan and Travis.  We're they guys that will sell you your bike, build it, and service it (not handing it off to some mechanic you never meet).  We are here to make sure that you get the best bike for you!

*Bicycle must be returned in sell-able condition. Wear and tear and replacement of components and/or repairs will be deducted.

Geometry

Geometry Chart:
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TT EFFECTIVE 20.67 / 525 21.26 / 540 21.85 / 555 22.20 / 564 22.76 / 578 23.46 / 596
HT ANGLE 71.5° 72° 72° 72.5° 73.5° 74°
ST ANGLE 75.5° 74.5° 73.5° 73° 73° 72°
CHAINSTAY 17 / 421 17 / 421 17 / 421 17 / 421 17 / 421 17 / 421
WHEELBASE 39.61 / 1006 39.69 / 1008 39.69 / 1008 39.65 / 1007 39.80 / 1011 39.80 / 1011
FORK RAKE 1.77 / 45 1.77 / 45 1.57 / 40 1.57 / 40 1.57 / 40 1.57 / 40
BB DROP 2.56 / 65 2.56 / 65 2.56 / 65 2.56 / 65 2.56 / 65 2.56 / 65
HEADTUBE 3.74 / 95 4.13 / 105 4.72 / 120 5.32 / 135 6.10 / 155 7.28 / 185
STANDOVER 30.47 / 774 31.14 / 791 32.01 / 813 32.68 / 830 33.82 / 859 34.61 / 879
STACK 20.75 / 527 21.18 / 538 21.77 / 553 22.40 / 569 23.31 / 592 24.53 / 623
REACH 15.31 / 389 15.39 / 391 15.39 / 391 15.35 / 390 15.63 / 397 15.51 / 394

Specs

Frame Hi-Ten tubing with SST tubing diameters, tapered rear stays, rear entry dropouts with fender eyelets
Fork Unicrown straight blade with double fender eyelets
Wheels 40mm Deep Dish Alloy rims with black CNC sidewall, 32H, alloy track hubs with flip/flop rear and 14g stainless steel spokes
Tires Urban, 700 x 32c
Bottom Bracket Sealed Cartridge
Crankset Forged alloy crank, single 46T alloy chainring, 170mm
Cassette/Freewheel 16T Freewheel and fix gear
Chain KMC Z410A
Brakes Promax long reach alloy calipers with shorty brake levers
Handlebars Rise bar, aluminum, 25.4 barbore, 540mm wide, 10mm rise, 10° sweep
Tape/Grips BMX Type Grip
Stem Jamis Road, 3D forged 6061 alloy, 15° x 60mm (47/50), 105mm (53/55), 120mm (57/59/62)
Headset Threadless, 1 1/8"
Seatpost Jamis alloy micro-adjust, 27.2 x 350mm with alloy clamp
Saddle Jamis Vintage with perforated cover
Pedals Touring platform, steel cage/resin body

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN Store SKU
Mash / 48cm 845436087627 03-3953GN 210000086732
Mash / 51cm 845436087641 03-3955GN 210000086722
Mash / 54cm 845436087665 03-3957GN 210000086724
Mash / 56cm 845436087689 03-3959GN 210000086726
Mash / 58cm 845436087702 03-3961GN 210000086728
Mash / 61cm 845436087726 03-3963GN 210000086730
Smoke / 48cm 845436087634 03-3954GY 210000086721
Smoke / 51cm 845436087658 03-3956GY 210000086723
Smoke / 54cm 845436087672 03-3958GY 210000086725
Smoke / 56cm 845436087696 03-3960GY 210000086727
Smoke / 58cm 845436087719 03-3962GY 210000086729
Smoke / 61cm 845436087733 03-3964GY 210000086731