53 cm Jamis Aurora – Reynolds 520 Steel Touring/Commuter

Frame Size

51-53cm

Type

Road bike

Brand

Jamis

2010 Jamis Aurora – 53 cm Reynolds 520 Steel Touring/Commuter 🚲 Price: $575 OBO | Location: Green Lake, Seattle ⸻ ✅ QUICK FACTS • Year: 2010 (bought new June ’10) • Original MSRP: $1,025 • Size: 53 cm (fits 5’6” – 5’10”) • Wheel size: 700 c • Frame/Fork: Reynolds 520 double-butted chromoly steel • Color: Bright lime-green factory paint • Handlebars: Drop (Ritchey BioMax II) • Extras: Axiom rack, full fenders, pump, bottle cages ⸻ 🌍 DESIGNED FOR TOURING Released as a go-anywhere tourer, the Aurora boasts relaxed geometry, double-eyeleted rack/fender mounts, and thumb-friendly 27-speed Shimano Tiagra/Deore gearing—perfect for long days on loaded panniers or year-round commuting. ⸻ 🔧 CONDITION & MAINTENANCE • Always stored indoors—only minor paint nicks • Brakes: strong and smooth • Note: Rear shifting skips occasionally—just needs a basic derailleur/cable tune-up (~$25–40). Price reflects this. ⸻ 🌟 COMPONENT HIGHLIGHTS • Drivetrain: 27-speed FSA Vero triple (50/39/30) + Shimano Deore 11-34 cassette • Brakes: Tektro Oryx cantilevers (excellent tire/mud clearance) • Wheels: Alex ACE-19 rims on Shimano Tiagra hubs • Tires: Vittoria Randonneur 700×32 c (thorn-resistant) • Extras: Planet Bike fenders, Micro-Rocket frame pump, BBB bell, etc. ⸻ 🎒 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT Bullet-proof steel comfort, gear-crushing climbs, and all the mounting points you need for bags and lights—ideal for multi-day tours or bullet-proof daily commuting. ⸻ 📋 FINE PRINT • Local sale only—no shipping, no trades • Cash, Venmo, or Cash App accepted in person • If it’s listed, it’s available—ad will be removed immediately upon sale • Meet in public in Green Lake (helmet + ID required for test rides)

Wheel Size

29 in / 700c

Frame Material

Steel