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Release 1
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$1,999| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 150mm |
| Fork | Suntour AION |
| Shock | X-Fusion |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
158cm – 171cm
168cm – 180cm
178cm – 189cm
186cm – 199cm
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Summary
The Diamondback Release series is celebrated for its high value, offering modern trail bike features at competitive prices. Reviews highlight its playful and responsive ride quality, efficient pedaling, and capable suspension system, making it a versatile choice for a variety of terrain. While some models may lack in plowing power on rugged descents or have minor geometry quirks, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, praising its performance and fun factor.
High value with modern features and technology
Playful and responsive ride quality
Efficient pedaling and capable suspension
Versatile for a variety of terrain
Reliable and fun
Lacks 'plowing power' on rugged descents
Some models are quite heavy
Geometry may feel short in reach for some riders
"This is one of the most fun bikes I’ve ever ridden."
BIKE MagazineThe Release 29 2 is a versatile trail bike that’s also a good value.Bicycling
One of the best trail bikes I’ve ridden.
BikerumorWith impeccable all-around performance Diamondback’s Release 5c is darn close to the definition of a modern mountain bike
BikeRadarThe Release is a damn fun bike.
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May 2019 · Jessica Coulon
This 29er is well equipped, well priced, and easy to ride.
Mar 2019 · Mtbr
Diamondback continues to offer a compelling price-for-performance proposition, unveiling its newest mountain bike, the Release 29. - Mtbr.com
Jun 2018 · Michael Gushulak
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!
May 2018 · Richard Cunningham
This affordable mid-travel all-mountain shredder competes with machines that cost much more.
This is what a trail bike should ride like
Contemporary geometry
Pedal-friendly suspension
Needs more aggressive rubber
Shock could use more bottom-out resistance
Wishing for a down-tube bottle mount
Apr 2018
Diamondback Release 5C The Fireball Words and Photos by Drew Rohde Back in 2016 I attended a Diamondback Release media camp in Santa Barbara, CA. A large group of MTB journalists were gathered to see a prepped and ready Diamondback ready to return to their
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.
Jan 2018 · McCoy
Consumer direct, carbon fiber trail bike for under $4,500? You're not dreaming.
Jan 2018
The Release Carbon 4C goes where no other carbon bike has gone before — a budget price point.
| 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 | SR Suntour Aion, 27.5", 150mm Travel, Air Spring w/ Rebound Adjust, 35mm Stanction, 1.5" Alloy Taper Steerer, w/ Boost 110x15mm Thru-axle Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | X-Fusion 02 Pro R Large Volume w/ Rebound Adjust, 200x57mm Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA Sealed Outboard |
| 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 | DB Alloy Micro Adjust, 31.6mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | DB4L Alloy Platform w/ Replaceable Pins |
| Grips | Ergon GE10 Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M6000 Shadow Plus, 10 Speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | FSA Comet Direct Mount 1x, w/ 30T Steel Chain Ring |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6000, 10 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 Cassette, 10 Speed, 11-42T |
| Chain | KMC X10EL, 10 Speed |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc, w/ 180mm Rotors Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano BL-M425 |
| Rims | Diamondback Blanchard 28R, Tubeless Ready, 32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 14g Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | 32h Alloy, Boost 110x15mm Thru-axle, Sealed Cartridge Bearing |
| Rear Hub | 32h Alloy, Boost 148x12mm Thru-axle, 4 Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Cassette |
| Tires | WTB Vigilante, 27.5x2.3" |
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