Jamis Bikes

[emily_in_nc]

OK, I was looking at the Terry bikes, anyone have experience with them???? the Isis and Fast Woman look promising

I have a 2001 Isis (steel) that is quite a bit heavier than the new models. It's a great bike and fits me well (I'm 5'2" and have the 17.5" size), but I ended up getting a 46cm carbon Aegis Swift last year to have a lighter bike - RIGHT before Terry came out with the 2005 Isis. I would have gone the 2005 Isis route if the ti one had been available when I wanted a lighter bike. Now my Isis is on the trainer.

A friend of mine just got the 2005 Isis and loves it. Apparently they are out of stock (or very nearly), though, even though the site still makes them look orderable. She got the second to last 17.5" size. The 2006 model is apparently a hair lighter yet but is not titanium.

The 24" front wheel in the smaller sizes completely eliminates toe overlap and allows a good geometry (with 73-degree seat tube) to be maintained; however, it does mean carrying two different size tubes on every ride, and the 24" tubes and tires are hard to find; I had to order directly from Terry or buy at my local Terry dealer and make sure not to run out!

Hope this is helpful. If you have specific questions, feel free to ask. Or give Terry a call. They are great to talk to and will be happy to answer any questions you have. Oftentimes, Georgena Terry herself (the founder and CEO of the company) will even answer the phone!

Emily in NC

[trigurl]

Thanks Emily! I was looking at the Isis, 17.5 lbs. isn't too bad. I need to do some measuring to find out what I am looking for.