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It’s September 2010 and the Diamondback crew is in Las Vegas, NV for Interbike, the bike industry’s premier trade show. The show is going well; we’re having a great time and tonight many of our select industry partners have joined us for a blowout Diamondback get-together at Caesars Palace. After the party, a number of DB employees and friends hop into a stretch limo and head out to continue our night on the town. Among our guests are two wild fellas we met the night before. As the drinks are poured and laughter roars, the car windows come down. Our guests lean out and call to the people of Las Vegas with utmost pride:“This is Diamondback Y’all! Diamondback Rules! Diamondback for life… DB4L! DB4L! It stuck. And it was true. It’s how we, as employees of this company, feel about the products we produce, the colleagues with whom we work day in and day out, and the relationships we’ve built with our dealers and customers. It’s about our core values of precision, durability and integrity, which inform the design and production of our bikes. Everything we build evolves from these values. Everything we stand for is embedded in who we are. Diamondback is a company unafraid of blazing its own trail. We are DIAMONDBACK…
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what’s your poison?
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CARBON ROAD
DIAMONDBACKS CARBON ROAD LINE FEATURING AMMP TECHNOLOGY IS DESIGNED AND BUILT FOR THE ELITE PERFORMER. IT’S ALL ABOUT MAXIMUM STIFFNESS, PEDALING EFFICIENCY IN A SUB-COMPACT DESIGN.
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OUR ALUMINUM PERFORMANCE SERIES IS WHERE PERFORMANCE MEETS VALUE. THESE BIKES ARE DESIGNED FOR THE BEGINNER TO THE ENTHUSIAST… AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.
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CYCLOCROSS
WET, NASTY, COLD, DIRT AND ROOTS… DIAMONDBACK BUILDS CYCLOCROSS BIKES FOR TRUE CYCLOCROSS RIDERS.
KNUCKLEBOX
TOP NOTCH SUSPENSION BIKES FOR TODAY’S SERIOUS RIDERS. BUILT AROUND DB’S LEGENDARY KNUCKLE BOX BELL CRANK, THESE 26” OR 29” WHEELED RIGS CAN HANDLE ANY ROOT, ROCK, DROP, JUMP, HUCK, GAP… BASICALLY, ANYTHING YOU CAN THROW AT IT
DIRT JUMPER MOUNTAIN HARDTAIL DUAL SPORT PERFORMANCE HYBRID HYBRID CRUISER DEVINE DESIGNS YOUTH SPEC / GEO / WARRANTY
DIRT JUMPS, PUMP TRACKS, PARK & STREET… NUFF SAID.
DIAMONDBACK’S SPORT SERIES HARDTAIL MOUNTAIN BIKES ARE THE PERFECT BEAST FOR ANY RECREATIONAL /SPORT RIDER WITH BOTH 29” AND 26” OFFERINGS.
A BIKE FOR YOUR COMMUTING AND OFF-ROAD NEEDS, THE DUAL SPORT CATEGORY HAS THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS. SHARING THE BEST ATTRIBUTES FROM BOTH THE MOUNTAIN AND ROAD DOMAINS IS WHAT DEFINES OUR 2012 PERFORMANCE HYBRIDS. 700C WHEELS WITH MORE MOUNTAIN-LIKE, UPRIGHT GEOMETRY MAKES THESE BIKES PERFECT FOR TODAY’S COMMUTER OR ENTHUSIAST.
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LAID BACK… IT’S A BIKE BUILT FOR COMFORT AND ENJOYING THE NEIGHBORHOOD OR LOCAL BIKE PATH IN STYLE.
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LEAVE NO BEACH PATH UNRIDDEN… NOTHING SCREAMS FUN ON A HOT SUMMER’S DAY LIKE A CLASSIC DB CRUISER.
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BECAUSE MEN AND WOMEN ARE DIFFERENT, SO TOO SHOULD THEIR BIKES BE TO REFLECT THE NEEDS OF TODAY’S FEMALE RIDERS. OUR DEVINE DESIGN COLLECTION COMBINES ELEGANT AESTHETIC TASTE WITH WOMEN’S SPECIFIC GEOMETRY.
BUILT FOR TODAY’S EMERGING RIDERS… AT A PRICE THAT PARENTS CAN FEEL GOOD ABOUT.
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AMMP+ORC// LIGHT, STRONG & RESPONSIVE DIAMONDBACK is a company with bold ideals. We have high demands and are steadfast in our quest to produce the best bikes in the world. This philosophy is infused in everything we do to ensure that we always remain true to our core values.
DIAMONDBACK’S PODIUM CARBON COMPETITION ROAD SERIES is one example. It offers breathtaking aesthetics married with exceptional performance. For 2012, we’ve taken our experience working with carbon fiber to a new level. Through years of testing, analysis and design, we’ve developed a platform for the finest racers in the world—and made it accessible to the weekend warrior. We continually strive to make an incredible product, better. That is the DIAMONDBACK DESIGN PHILOSOPHY.
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ADVANCED MONOCOQUE M O L D I N G
P R O C E S S
The AMMP SL frame is a lighter version of our CARBON COMPETITION frame. The difference is the addition of higher modulus material which is stronger with greater elongation and tensile strength. Adding these properties makes the frame thinner while maintaining and increasing stiffness because of the additional material properties. Because it’s thinner, it’s lighter.
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ADVANCED MONOCOQUE M O L D I N G
P R O C E S S
The DIAMONDBACK PODIUM is handmade using our ADVANCED MONOCOQUE MOLDING PROCESS (AMMP). AMMP ensures that each piece of carbon ply is laid precisely where our engineers want it. These carbon plies are hand-wrapped around a polystyrene pre-form core, using a plastic bladder in the shape of the product. To achieve a precise mold during this layup process, we surround the emerging product with a plastic cavity, which guarantees a perfect fit. SILICONE MANDREL SHELLS are then used to reinforce critical joint areas so as to create smoother overlapping fibers at vital junctions such as the head tube and the bottom bracket. Each silicone shell is joined together prior to placing the product in the steel mold. In this final mold, we use a proprietary coating for optimal fiber adhesion.
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ORC
OPTIMIZED RESIN
C O M P O U N D
Our signature OPTIMIZED RESIN COMPOUND is used to bind the carbon fibers together with precision alignment during the heating process. Using too much resin makes a frame feel heavy and sluggish. Too little resin can result in fiber separation and frame failure. Optimizing our resin-to-fiber ratio allows us to enhance our ratio of material weight-to-strength. The result is an exceptionally light weight, impact-resistant frame.
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CONTINUOUS FIBER
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DIAMONDBACK’S CONTINUOUS FIBER TECHNOLOGY uses fulllength carbon strands extending from the top of the steer tube to the bottom of the drop outs. Using that same AMMP technology employed in the Podium frame, we’ve created one of the stiffest forks available. With a lower integrated crown race that’s completely carbon, we’ve eliminated the need for a separate aluminum race. This makes the overall system lighter, stronger and more responsive.
CLOSED CIRCUIT CABLING // Closed Circuit Cable routing provides a clean, uncluttered, and sleek finish to the frame.
CONTINUOUS FIBER TECHNOLOGY // Creates a strong and stiff front end for increased stability.
CARBON REPLACEABLE FRONT DERAILLEUR HANGER // Lightweight and easy to mount in the correct position… every time.
CARBON DROPOUT // In-mold compressed carbon drop outs with a replaceable aluminum derailleur hanger.
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CLEAN CORE
T E C H N O L O G Y
Our CLEAN CORE TECHNOLOGY ensures a clean inner core devoid of rough edges or excess material. When the product mold goes into the heat press, the air bladders are pressurized within the polystyrene pre-form core. This fills out the interior crevices and forces the fibers to conform to the shape. The heat softens the carbon plies making them malleable to the mold, and the excess resin is forced out. This makes for a product with light and consistent weight throughout, and produces a smooth surface—inside as well as out.
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precision and design ADVANCED MONOCOQUE M O L D I N G
P R O C E S S
The CARBON SL frame is a lighter version of our CARBON COMPETITION frame. The difference is the addition of higher modulus material which is stronger with greater elongation and tensile strength. Adding these properties makes frame thinner while maintaining and increasing stiffness because of the additional material properties.
Because it’s thinner, it’s lighter.
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ADVANCED MONOCOQUE
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COMPLIANT STAYS
PRESSFIT 30
TAPERED HEADTUBE
Seat tube and seat stays are designed to work together to produce an optimally compliant ride.
An oversized BB shell coupled with a larger down tube and chain stays provides increased rigidity for out-of-the saddle-sprinting, maximum acceleration, and optimal efficiency.
1.5 Tapered head tube provides front end torsional stiffness for precise steering and control.
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PODIUM7 MATTE BLACK / GREY AMMPSL Carbon Monocoque Competition Road Frame AMMP CFT Carbon Podium Fork w/ Carbon Taper Steerer Tube Campagnolo Super Record Racing Double Crankset Campagnolo Super Record Derailleur’s & 11-Spd Ultra Shift, Ergo Power Shifters Easton EC90 SL Clincher Carbon Wheel Set
PODIUM6 MATTE BLACK / YELLOW AMMP Carbon Monocoque Competition Road Frame AMMP CFT Carbon Podium Fork w/ Carbon Taper Steerer Tube FSA SLK Light Racing Double PF30 Crankset Shimano Ultegra Derailleur’s & 10-Spd Dual Control Shifters Easton Aero Wheel Set
PODIUM5 MATTE BLACK / RED AMMP Carbon Monocoque Competition Road Frame AMMP CFT Carbon Podium Fork w/ Carbon Taper Steerer Tube FSA GOSSAMER Racing Double PF30 Crankset Shimano 105 Derailleur’s & 10-Spd Dual Control Shifters Easton Road Wheel Set
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PODIUM4 MATTE BLACK DBR 7005 Aluminum Enhanced Performance Road Frame DBR Carbon Podium Fork w/Alloy Steerer FSA Gossamer Pro Compact BB30 Crankset Shimano Ultegra Derailleur’s & 10-Spd Dual Control Shifters Equation RS sealed cartridge bearing Wheel Set
The right fit for Endurance / Performance riders, Enhanced Performance Geometry (EPG) retains all the handling, geometry and ride characteristics of our Competition platform, with a slightly higher head tube height to put less strain on a rider’s back and neck. It will also improve the fit for riders with slightly less pelvic rotation and core stability. The EPG’s higher head tube is the right way to get many riders in the right place. NO goofy high-rise stems NO huge stack of spacers. The look is nothing but pro.
PODIUM3 DARK GREY DBR 7005 Aluminum Enhanced Performance Road Frame DBR Carbon Podium Fork w/Alloy Steerer FSA Omega Compact BB30 Crankset Shimano 105 Derailleur’s & 10-Spd Dual Control Shifters Equation R Wheel Set
PODIUM2 GLOSS BLACK DBR 7005 Aluminum Enhanced Performance Road Frame DBR Carbon Podium Fork w/Alloy Steerer FSA VERO Compact 10spd Crankset Shimano Tiagra Derailleur’s & 10-Spd Dual Control Shifters Equation R17 Aluminum Rims w/ Stainless Steel Spokes
PODIUM1 WHITE DBR 7005 Aluminum Performance Road Frame DBR Carbon Podium Fork w/Alloy Steerer FSA Tempo Triple Crankset Shimano Sora Rear Derailleur & 2300 8-Spd Dual Control Shifters Equation R17 Aluminum Rims w/ Stainless Steel Spokes
C Y C LO C R O S S
At home in some of the wettest, muddiest, gnarliest terrain in the world, we know a thing or two about what it takes to make a mean cyclocross bike: one that sheds mud, ports easy and crushes any root or rock in its path. We understand that a light and stiff platform—via BB30—equates to more acceleration and control while out of the saddle. We also know that a flatter top tube for easy portage and the right geometry are essential to winning any race. The 2012 Diamondback Steilacoom is the embodiment of everything Northwest. It’s well-equipped to tackle any single track, mud field, sand pit, staircase, hurdle or inclement weather between the starting gate and the finish line.
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STEILACOOMRCX BLACK DBR 7005 Aluminum Competition Cross Frame EASTON EC-70 X Carbon Cross Fork w/Alloy Steerer FSA Gossamer Pro Cross BB33 Crankset Shimano 105 Derailleur’s & 10-Spd Dual Control Shifters Equation CX20 Aluminum Rims w/ Stainless Steel Spokes
STEILACOOMCCX WHITE DBR 7005 Aluminum Competition Cross Frame EASTON EC-70 X Carbon Cross Fork w/Alloy Steerer FSA Gossamer Cross BB33 Crankset Shimano Sora Rear Derailleur & Sora 9-Spd Dual Control Shifters Equation CX20 Aluminum Rims w/ Stainless Steel Spokes
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Every trail has its unique set of characteristics that defines how it will be ridden. Accordingly, the rider chooses how to approach it and upon which steed to do so. Whether your trail has big rocks, giant roots or quickly snaking single track, Diamondback has a Knuckle Box-equipped bike ready to tackle everything you think you can throw at it.
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KNUCKLEBOX//DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Diamondback’s Design Philosophy is a no-nonsense approach to building quality bicycles. We want our bike designs to be straightforward: their hardware accessible and their suspension simple.
The Knuckle Box, or bell crank, is the core of our single-pivot four-bar suspension platform. Optimally placed pivots equate to a low leverage ratio, and ultimately to superior pedaling efficiency and small-bump compliance. Placing the Knuckle Box low within the frame, situates the greatest weight of the bike closer to the bottom bracket, which lowers the bike’s center of gravity and allows it to better track and corner. Wheel-rate is one of the most significant aspects of a suspension design. Wheel-rate is the effective spring-rate when measured at the wheel. A benefit of our four-bar linkage is increased control over the wheel-rate. Obtaining the spring-rate curves in shocks from Fox is necessary to allowing us to determine the wheel-rate. Working closely with Fox, we’re able to optimize the wheel-rate to be linear-to-slightly progressive. This results in superb small-bump compliance, more perceived travel and excellent bottom-out protection.
LOW CENTER OF GRAVITY// All suspension parts are positioned farther down on the frame for a stable and balanced ride. LOW LEVERAGE SUSPENSION DESIGN // Lower air pressure results in longer shock life, less frame loading and better pedaling. TIGHT COMPACT LINKAGE SYSTEM // of the Knuckle Box bell crank isolates and cradles the rear shock. TIGHT AND LARGE ANODIZED ALUMINUM HARDWARE // matched with Force-Rated Enduro Max Bearings: Withstands higher loads and better handles oscillating motion.
PARTNERSHIP W/ FOX // By providing suspension kinematics early in our design process, Fox is able to custom tune their shock to work precisely with our frames, improving performance. TAPERED HEAD TUBE // Today’s longer travel forks generate more stress on the head tube. Add in today’s more aggressive rider, and the need for additional strength in that region is imperative. All 2012 Missions and Scapegoats are equipped with tapered head tubes for enhanced steering and extra strength.
142X12 MM THRU AXLE // Employing Shimano’s new 142x12 mm E-Thru design makes for a stiffer and stronger rear-end on the bike.
SINGLE-SIDED HARDWARE // Single-sided hardware used for the three main pivot points allows for easy access to your high-quality Enduro Max bearings simply with standard tools. No more removing the crankset to tighten or service your pivots.
KNUCKLEBOX//DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Diamondback’s Design Philosophy is a no-nonsense approach to building quality bicycles. We want our bike designs to be straightforward: their hardware accessible and their suspension simple.
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ANGLE OF ATTACK Larger wheels decrease your angle of attack by allowing you to roll over obstacles easier and faster. Bigger wheel = smaller obstacle. MOMENTUM A larger wheel enables one to carry momentum easier though obstacles. SURFACE CONTACT 29”wheels are less prone to sinking in soft material such as sand and mud due to the larger contact patch causing lower ground pressure. The longer contact patch increases cornering and straight line traction STABILITY The relative position of the bottom bracket/cranks to the axles in the wheels also means that your relative center of gravity is lower. This results in a feeling of riding “in” the bike rather than on top of it. TIRE CLEARANCE with more tire choices than any platform, the 29”wheel easily accommodates off road as well as commuting tires. TALLER RIDERS 29” bikes tend to offer taller riders a more “natural” frame geometry.
SORTIE29BLACK FRAMESET MATTE BLACK Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 29 4.5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT FSA No.55 Head Set includes both crown races for Taper or Standard 1 1/8” steerer tubes 142x12 Sealed Cartridge Hub 32H with Shimano Thru Axle Fitted Chainstay Protector and Shock Pump
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SORTIE29 BLACK MATTE BLACK / SILVER and GREY Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 29 4.5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 32 Float29 RLC FIT 120mm Fork, Taper,15QR / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT Easton EA90 29 Wheelset 15QR / 142x12 E-Thru rear axle Shimano XTR DYNA-SYS Trail Triple Crank, XTR Shadow Plus rear Derailleur Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc Brakes
eric porter FA C T O R Y T E A M R I D E R
“The SORTIE 29er has instantly become my all-time favorite trail bike. It corners, climbs, and descends better than my 26” bikes.”
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SORTIE29 THREE MATTE BLACK / WHITE and MUSTARD Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 29 4.5� Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 32 Float29 RLC Fit 120mm Fork, Taper,15QR / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Shimano XT DYNA-SYS 10spd Cranks, XT rear Derailleur Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc Brakes w/XT ICE rotors WTB Laser Disc Trail Double Wall Rims w/ Eyelets
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SORTIE29 TWO MATTE BLACK / WHITE and BLUE Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 29 4.5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 32 Float29 RL 120mm 15QR Fork / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Shimano FCM-552 2pc Crankset, Deore frt and XT rear Derailleur’s 10Spd WTB Speed Disc 29 Double Wall Rims Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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SORTIE29 ONE MATTE BLACK / RED and SILVER Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 29 4.5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, 135x10mm Verticle Drop Outs Fox 32 Float29 RL 120mm 9mm QR Fork / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Shimano FCM-522 3pc Octalink Crankset, Deore frt and Deore rear Derailleur’s 10Spd WTB Speed Disc 29 Double Wall Rims Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc Brakes
26” MTB FULL SUSPENSION TRAIL
wanna ride?
Longing to be in the saddle on those postcard perfect days is something that as cyclists, we all dream about. Think backcountry excursions with high alpine single-track that spirals down in ribbons of brown dirt through meadows of mountain flowers.
wanna ride? The 2012 SORTIE can take you there. A balanced and featherweight 5 inch ride equipped with just the right geometry make this the go-to XC/trail machine for those long rides we long for.
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SORTIEBLACK FRAMESET MATTE BLACK / BLUE Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT FSA No.55 Head Set includes both crown races for Taper or Standard 1 1/8” steerer tubes 142x12 Sealed Cartridge Hub 32H with Shimano Thru Axle Fitted Chainstay Protector and Shock Pump
SORTIEBLACK MATTE BLACK / BLUE Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 5� Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 32 Float RLC FIT 140mm Fork, Taper,15QR / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT Shimano XTR DYNA-SYS Trail Triple Crank, XTR Shadow Plus rear Derailleur Easton EA90XC Wheelset Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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SORTIETHREE MATTE BLACK / WHITE Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform, Taper Head Tube, and 142x12mm Thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 32 Float RL 140mm Fork, Taper,15QR / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Shimano DYNA-SYS 10spd FCM-552 Cranks, SLX frt, XT rear Derailleur’s Mavic 319 Double Wall Rims w/ Eyelets Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc Brakes w/XT rotors
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SORTIETWO BLUE Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform Fox 32 Float RL 140mm Fork / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Shimano FCM-552 2pc Crankset, Deore frt and SLX rear Derailleur’s 10Spd SL-6 Double Wall Rims w/ Eyelets Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc Brakes
SORTIEONE WHITE Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 5” Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform Rock Shox XC32 120mm Fork w/TurnKey Lockout / Rock Shox ARIO R Rear Shock Shimano Alivio 9spd Crankset, Alivio frt and SLX rear Derailleur’s SL-6 Double Wall Disc Rims Hayes Dyno Comp Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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live forever or die in the
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your only mission going up is to come
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“If you could only have one bike…” You hear it all the time. But what would you look for in that bike? A great pedaling platform? Got it. A balanced ride? You bet. Increased bottom out resistance and a ton of perceived travel for any hit? Done deal. With 6 inches of front and rear travel, the 2012 MISSION series caters to the All Mountain/Enduro rider. Super D’s and single track, up and down… the MISSION continues to be the go to steed for almost any situation.
kyle thomas FA C T O R Y T E A M R I D E R
“I spend 90% of my time on my MISSION. It’s the bike that got me excited about DIAMONDBACK. It can be set up to do everything. If I could only have one bike in my quiver, it would be my MISSION.”
MISSIONPRO FRAMESET GLOSS BLACK Weapons Grade Aluminum MissionPro 6” All-Mountain Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform w/142x12 thru Axle Drop Outs Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Rockshox Reverb 125mm Dropper Post w/Remote FSA No.55 Head Set includes both crown races for Taper or Standard 1 1/8” steerer tubes 142x12 Sealed Cartridge Hub 32H with Shimano Thru Axle Fitted Chainstay Protector and Shock Pump
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MISSIONPRO GLOSS BLACK Weapons Grade Aluminum MissionPro 6� All-Mountain Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform w/142x12 thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 36 FLOAT OB 160mm Fork / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Raceface SIXC 24A/36A/AM Guard Carbon Cranks Easton HAVEN Wheels SRAM XO Rear Derailleur 10spd Rockshox Reverb 125mm Dropper Post w/Remote
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MISSION GREY Weapons Grade Aluminum MissionPro 6� All-Mountain Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform w/142x12 thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 36 FLOAT OB 160mm Fork / Fox Float RP23 XV Rear Shock Raceface RESPOND 24A/36A/AM Guard Aluminum Cranks SRAM X9 Rear Derailleur Diamondback AM260 Wheels w/Sealed Cartridge bearing hubs 20mm Thru frt,/ 142x12mm rr Thru Axle
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SCAPE GOAT FRAMESET MATTE BLACK / BLOOD ORANGE
cliff huckstable anyone? Another chapter in the Chronicles of Gnarnia, the 2012 DIAMONDBACK SCAPEGOAT shares many of the pedalefficient characteristics of the MISSION series and adds a little extra travel and reinforcement for a burly rip down the line of your choice. With 180mm of plush Fox travel up front, the headtube angle sits at a hill shredding 66 degrees. A 160mm rear keeps the riding plush without too much sacrifice on the pedal uphill. A reinforced downtube ensures a stable platform regardless of how big you go. Make no mistake; the 2012 SCAPEGOAT is built for the biggest and baddest of the bunch. Choose your weapons wisely.
Weapons Grade Aluminum ScapeGOAT 6” Aggressive All-Mountain Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform w/142x12 thru Axle Drop Outs Fox DHX Air 5.0 Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT FSA No.55 Head Set includes both crown races for Taper or Standard 1 1/8” steerer tubes 142x12 Sealed Cartridge Hub 32H with Shimano Thru Axle Fitted Chainstay Protector and Shock Pump
SCAPEGOAT MATTE BLACK / BLOOD ORANGE Weapons Grade Aluminum ScapeGOAT 6� Aggressive All-Mountain Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform w/142x12 thru Axle Drop Outs Fox 36 Float RC2 FIT 180mm Fork / Fox DHX Air 5.0 Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT Gravity Light 7050 Cranks with Chainguide Easton HAVOC Wheels Shimano XTR Shadow Plus RD / SAINT 4 Piston Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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kelly mcgarry FA C T O R Y T E A M R I D E R
“The Dreamliner is my favorite bike in the DIAMONDBACK line up, Its quick and snappy in the turns and fly’s predictably and smooth. The geometry works well for my style of riding, whether that be two, one, or zero wheels on the ground!”
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frequent flyer
With more air miles logged than a 787, the long anticipated DIAMONDBACK DREAMLINER is at the pinnacle of the 4X/Slopestyle category. Based on our celebrated Mission platform, this scaled down version takes the travel down to 4 inches and adds material where needed to the frame to create a tight, agile frame ready for any big hit, roller, or hairpin turn.
4XSLOPESTYLE FRAMESET DREAMLINER WHITE/BLUE Weapons Grade Aluminum 4X/Slopestyle frame 97mm Travel Aggressive All-Mountain Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform w/142x12 thru Axle Drop Outs Fox Float RP23 Rear Shock w/KASHIMA COAT FSA No.55 Head Set includes both crown races for Taper or Standard 1 1/8� steerer tubes 142x12 Sealed Cartridge Hub 32H with Shimano Thru Axle Fitted Chainstay Protector and Shock Pump
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one cannot
withstand
an assault Whatchoo know ‘bout going big, boy? I can tell you what our DF5 Factory riders know and that is that there ain’t no street, park, or jump line that can throw off the 2012 ASSAULT. Designed and refined through feedback from our riders, the ASSAULT is a burly little low slung rig designed to trick, flip and stick and hit. Boom!
billy lewis FA C T O R Y T E A M R I D E R
The ASSAULT is the perfect whip for street, dirt and park. Aluminum makes it light, the short rear end keeps it nimble, and you don’t have to think twice about going big. This beast also comes with a side of good looks!”
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ASSAULT WHITE / BLUE 6061-T-6 Aluminum Assault Dirt Jump Frame FOX 831 100mm w/QR15 48spline sealed cartridge BB w/25t DB alloy ring, 12t cog Alienation Skylark frt / Delinquent rr Rims w/cartridge bearing hubs Shimano Hydraulic rear disc brake w/XT rotor
ASSAULTTWO WHITE / RED 6061-T-6 Aluminum Assault Dirt Jump Frame Manitou Circus Comp, 100mm travel, w/20mm thru axle 48spline sealed cartridge BB w/25t DB alloy ring, 12t cog Alienation PBR frt / Blacksheep rr Rims w/cartridge bearing hubs Hayes HMX-5 Mechanical rear disc brake w/160mm rotor
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RECOIL COMP MATTE BLACK 6061-T6 Aluminum 4” Trail Frame SR Suntour XCR-RL,oil damped, w/remote speed lock, 100mm Fork / RockShox BAR R air Rear Shock Shimano Alivio rear derailleur w/SLM-310 8spd rapidfire shifters MX260D Double Wall Disc Rims Hayes HMX-5 Mechanical Disc Brakes
RECOIL SILVER 6061-T6 Aluminum 4” Trail Frame SR Suntour XCT 75mm Fork / Tuff Shock Rear Shock Shimano Acera rear derailleur w/SLM-310 8spd rapidfire shifters MX260D Double Wall Disc Rims Tektro Novela Mechanical Disc Brakes
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Back in the mid 90’s, Diamondback introduced the world to the OVERDRIVE… a mountain bike with 29 inch wheels and custom made Panaracer Smoke Tires. We were the first company in the industry to introduce the 29er to the market and now, years later; it’s carved a niche for itself amongst a slew of other big wheeled machines. These big hooped machines are taking over our mountains, trails and paths. With benefits such as more stability, added surface contact, and the ability to more easily roll over rocks, roots and logs, they offer performance enhancing benefits in a multitude of scenarios.
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OVERDRIVEPRO WHITE Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Overdrive 29r Frame Fox Float 29” 100mm Fork w/15QR Shimano SLX front, rear Derailleurs and Shifters SL-7 Double Wall 29” Rims Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc Brakes w/XT rotors
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OVERDRIVECOMP SILVER Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Overdrive 29r Frame RockShox XC32 29, 100mm Fork w/TurnKey Lock Out SRAM X5 10spd shifters, front and rear Derailleurs SL-7 Double Wall Rims Hayes Dyno Sport Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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OVERDRIVESPORT MATTE BLUE Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Overdrive 29r Frame SR Suntour XCR-RL 29”, oil damped w/remote speed lock, 100mm Fork Shimano Acera rear derailleur w/SLM-310 8spd rapidfire shifters SL-7 Double Wall Rims Tektro Draco Hydraulic Disc Brakes
OVERDRIVE GLOSS BLACK Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Overdrive 29r Frame SR Suntour XCT 29” 100mm Fork Sram X-4 rear derailleur w/X-4 8spd trigger shifters SL-7 Double Wall Rims Tektro Novela Mechanical Disc Brakes
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RESPONSECOMP GLOSS BLACK Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Response Trail Frame SR Suntour XCR-RL, oil damped w/remote speed lock, 100mm Fork Shimano NEW Alivio rear derailleur w/ Alivio 9spd rapidfire shifters MX260 D Double Wall Rims Shimano M445 Hydraulic Disc Brakes
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RESPONSESPORT BLUE Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Response Trail Frame SR Suntour XCM 100mm Suspension Fork Shimano Acera rear derailleur w/SLM-310 8spd rapidfire shifters MX260D Double Wall Rims Tektro Novela Mechanical Disc Brakes
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RESPONSE WHITE / BLACK and RED / RED Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Response Trail Frame SR Suntour XCT 100mm Suspension Fork Shimano Altus 7spd rear derailleur w/TX50 7spd EZ-fire shifters MX260R Double Wall Rims Alloy Linear Brakes
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SORRENTO GLOSS BLACK Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Sorrento MTN/Path Frame 60mm Travel Suspension Fork Shimano Altus 7spd Drive Train Weinmann Double Wall Alloy Rims Tektro Alloy Linear Brakes w/ 3 Finger Levers
OUTLOOK GLOSS SILVER 6061-T6 Aluminum Outlook MTN/Path Frame 50mm Travel Suspension Fork Shimano front and rear derailleur’s Weinmann Double Tunnel Alloy Rims Ahead Set