Date: Thu, 2 Feb 1989 12:14-EST 
From: Todd.Kaufmann@NL.CS.CMU.EDU
To: Frederick.Knabe@B.GP.CS.CMU.EDU
Subject: Re: Mountain bikes?
Message-Id: <602442896/toad@NL.CS.CMU.EDU>
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Resent-Date: Wed, 08 Mar 89 17:28:35 EST
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Resent-From: Frederick.Knabe@B.GP.CS.CMU.EDU

I've never heard of Jamis before.  

I don't think the frame is as subject to rust; it is usually protected
by paint.  There are non-steel frames, like Cannondale.  This is
aluminum, I believe, thus thicker (& larger diameter) but still lighter.

The components are most subject to rust.  Some brands are anodized,
which gives them a stronger surface & makes them more resistant to
rust, but for a cost.  Most components are aluminum anyway (at least on
my bike:  shifters, derailleurs, brakes).  The only thing not might be
the chain & freewheel, but these should be kept well lubricated at all
times anyway (I spray mine about every other day; more if it's wet out).

-todd