2019 Diamondback

Release 2

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$2,499
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 130 / 150mm
ForkFox Rhythm Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetSLX, Race Face
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Terrain
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Handling
nimblestable
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

22 mph

Release 2

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews
Loam Wolf
Review: Diamondback Release 29 2

Mar 2020 · Nic Hall

This bike truly impressed our staff. At just $2,800 it is a truly capable mountain bike at an affordable price point. The Diamondback Release is versatile and can be ridden aggressively but all levels of riders.

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Mountain Bike Action
MBA Bike Test: Diamondback Release 29 3

Aug 2019 · McCoy

A more aggressive trail bike for less money

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Bicycling
This Diamondback Release 29 2 Is a Lively Big Wheel Trail Bike

May 2019

This 29er is well equipped, well priced, and easy to ride.

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MTBR
Diamondback Release 29 debuts

Mar 2019

Diamondback continues to offer a compelling price-for-performance proposition, unveiling its newest mountain bike, the Release 29. - Mtbr.com

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Bikerumor
Long-term review: Is the Diamondback Release C4 the real deal?

Jun 2018

Diamondback has been crushing the bike game recently, and their Release C4 is proof. If its rock-bottom price doesn't catch your eye, its ride quality will!

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Pinkbike
Diamondback Release 3 - Review

May 2018 · Richard Cunningham

This affordable mid-travel all-mountain shredder competes with machines that cost much more.

Highs
  • This is what a trail bike should ride like

  • Contemporary geometry

  • Pedal-friendly suspension

Lows
  • Needs more aggressive rubber

  • Shock could use more bottom-out resistance

  • Wishing for a down-tube bottle mount

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Freehub
Diamondback Release 5C // Bike Review

Apr 2018 · Spencer Johnson

In the last five years bike standards have jumped up substantially—to the point it’s hard to buy a bad bike. We should consider ourselves lucky that the bike industry is full of passionate companies all creating designs that have their own flavor. Now days, it is often less a question of “Is this bike good?” but rather, “Is this bike good for me?” Nearly every combination of wheel size, travel and suspension platform is available, so it’s simply a matter of determining how each one of these factors matches with personal preference and riding style. Originally released in 2016, Diamondback’s Release is perhaps best classified as a decently slack, mid-travel bike designed for all-around ripping. With the 2018 model, Diamondback has now taken the Release to the next level: carbon. They’ve stuck with the bike’s signature Level Link suspension—a game-changer from their previous platforms—and a nearly identical geometry. Every notable and lovable factor of the original Release still stands, the bike is now just lighter and noticeably more stiff.

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BIKE Magazine
Bible Review: Diamondback Release Carbon 4C

Jan 2018

The Release Carbon 4C goes where no other carbon bike has gone before — a budget price point.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Release 27.5, 130mm Travel, Level Link Suspension Platform, Hydroformed Tubing, ISCG-05 Tabs, Boost 148x12mm Maxle Drop Out, 1.5" Tapered Headtube

Fork

Fox Rhythm 34 27.5", 150mm Travel, Grip Dampener w/Sweep Adjust, 1.5" Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float DPS EVOL LV, Performance, 3 Position Lever, 200x57mm, 22.2mm Eyelet Width

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Raceface Outboard Bearing

Headset

FSA No. 57 Sealed Cartridge

Stem

DB35 Alloy, 40mm Reach, 35mm Bar Bore

Handlebar

DB35 Alloy, 780mm Wide, 15mm Rise, 35mm Bar Bore

Saddle

WTB Volt Comp

Seatpost

TranzX YSP32FL Internal Dropper, 31.6mm w/Trigger Remote, SM = 125mm, MD = 150mm, LG/XL = 170mm

TypeDropper

Pedals

DB CNC Platform, Sealed Cartidge Bearing w/Replaceable Pins

Grips

Ergon GE10 Evo Lock-On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX M7000 Shadow Plus, 11 Speed, GS

Crank

Raceface Æffect Cinch w/Steel 30T Direct Mount Narrow Wide

Shifters

Shimano SLX M7000 Shadow Plus, 11 Speed

Cassette

Shimano SLX M7000 Cassette, 11 Speed, 11-46T

Chain

KMC X11EL, 11 Speed

Brakes

Shimano SLX M7000, w/180mm Front /180mm Rear Rotors

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano SLX M7000

Wheels
Rims

Diamondback Blanchard 28R, Tubeless Ready, 32h

Spokes

14g Stainless Steel

Front Hub

32h Alloy, Boost 110x15mm Thru-axle, Center Lock, Sealed Cartridge Bearing

Rear Hub

32h Alloy, Boost 148x12mm Thru-axle, Center Lock, 5 Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Cassette

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5x2.3" EXO, TLR, Folding / Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5x2.3" EXO, TLR, Folding

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