Comments on: Jamis Kromo review

By: Jack

Jack — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:54:54 +0000

I brought one of these a yr ago nd have loved it… it is great on any trail nd really holds it own on the jumps. i have upgrade the forks as the SR forks were to flexible for my liking, so i put some DJ 3 forks on which i got for next to nothing then a half link chain nd a new set of graps, i have also brought a full set of hayes nine brakes nd lagre disc’s as the 5 inch just isn’t enough… overall this bike is awesome nd if u have the chance to get one DO IT. you will not regret it!!

By: dylan

dylan — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:03:14 +0000

i like grapes …..yeah!!!

By: Tyler

Tyler — Tue, 05 May 2009 10:15:25 +0000

I have one and love it to death. i had to get a new rim coz the spokes came so loose i folded the rim and my brake is noisey. also the grips do suck. haha but i love it and i have come to expect great things from this bike.

By: tony

tony — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:34:32 +0000

I love this bike I have an 09 kromo with no problems buy the way do anybody know if someone wants to buy a 2007 jamis diablo freeride brand new asking $1800.00 hit me up on teamfastbike@gmail.com

By: Gilligan

Gilligan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:25:32 +0000

dude, when it comes to ice… anything on 2 wheels is slippery!!! I was just riding along down an icy road one day in 1989 or so, on my brand new Gary Fisher Paragon, touched the brakes, and went straight to tailbone. Ouch.

$500 is a great deal on that bike. Good on you.

By: dustin

dustin — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:39:04 +0000

thanx for your info i got the jamis kromo with front disk brake for only 500 dollars. i half to say the bikes a blast but when it comes to ice it can be very slippery.i fell on the third day i got the bike.

By: dustin

dustin — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:28:10 +0000

thanx

By: Gilligan

Gilligan — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:44:00 +0000

I’d say like $500.00 – $600.00 would be a fair price, depending on how it’s been used. I’m guessing most of these bikes have either been seriously underused or seriously abused (which they’re meant for).

The 2009 version has been improved on several fronts, so it might make sense to save up and get a new one. It has a nice seat cluster with a recessed pinch bolt, and now includes a front brake.

My son is still rocking his ’08 Kromo, and it continues to be an awesome ride. I like it as a single speed trail bike as well.

By: dustin

dustin — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:50:29 +0000

Im thinking of buying the bike used. wat would be a good price to buy it for?

By: Gilligan

Gilligan — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:45:54 +0000

I got the Hayes Stroker Ryde front brake for about $150 retail. It comes with a bleed kit and fittings. Be sure to order the correct mount for whatever rotor size you choose as well.

By: Adam

Adam — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 01:44:44 +0000

I am trying to decide between the Kromo and the Kona Shred. I am leaning towards this bike at the moment as the lack of gears on the Kromo doesn’t really matter to me. However, I would prefer a front brake system as well. How much would it cost to get a full front brake system? By the way, great review!

By: Gilligan

Gilligan — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:17:39 +0000

Willigan has really expanded his skills riding his Kromo… we went skating a drainage ditch a couple weeks back, and he was having more fun on the bike than on the board.

By: Charlie Meyers

Charlie Meyers — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 04:50:07 +0000

I bought a kromo after I read this review. Ridiculously sick bike for the price ($730). I love it take it on trails and ride street with it. The note about the wheels-very true. I needed to true mine but they seem to be ok now….but I didnt have any problem with the stem. You were right though…I did have to add a front brake (Avid BB7 7″ rotor) and so I got a new star nut so I can still do barspins. Also the Hays stroker on the back is sweet…and not loud. Personally I love the 5.5″ rotor.

By: Chris G

Chris G — Sat, 03 May 2008 12:58:47 +0000

Margo from Jamis told us they sold every Kromo they built on the first production run, and the second run should be available in a few weeks. So, apparently the dirt-jumping / urban freeride niche market has expanded a bit.

By: Gilligan

Gilligan — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 20:28:21 +0000

Click the Contact Us link and send an email to Adam.

By: michel

michel — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:58:17 +0000

hi, I really want to buy the kromo but i don’t how is it cost , please help me . .. I don’t find it on website

By: Paul

Paul — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 05:01:34 +0000

Good review guys.

This is a fairly new bike on the scene and not many dealers have it in stock, nor do they want to because of the niche market, but its nice to have reviewers out there early to give a glimpse of what we’ll hope we’ll hit clearance next Christmas!