Product Details
- Size: 18-Inch/Medium
- Color: Blue
- Brand: Diamondback
- Model: 02-13-2181
- Released on: 2012-07-20
Features
- Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Overdrive 29r Frame
- SR Suntour XCR-LO 29 100mm travel Fork
- Shimano Acera rear derailleur w/SLM-310 8spd rapidfire shifters
- SL-7 Double Wall Rims
- Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Diamondback 2013 Overdrive Sport 29'er Mountain Bike with 29-Inch Wheels (Blue, 18-Inch/Medium)
Product Description
The bike industry sees fads come and go. Innovation doesn’t always assure success or even relevance. Luckily, the 29er revolution is one that’s here to stay--and for good reason. There’s no denying the rock crawling, root crushing power of a larger wheel. Making the largest of obstacles the smallest of matters is a defining trait of these muddy beasts. By offering decreased rolling resistance, increased traction when cornering and improved ground clearance, one ride upon one of these massive behemoths is sure to sway even the staunchest skeptic. The Diamondback Overdrive packs a punch in terms of value and affordability and takes 29ers to a new level. The improved 2013 6061-T6 Aluminum Overdrive series frame boasts of newly formed top and down tubes, a machined headtube, and forged drop outs with a replaceable derailleur hanger. The Geometry is spot on. The ever so sloping top tube provides ample standover clearance. A 71° head tube angle and a 73° seat tube angle create the perfect XC/trail geometry. The 390mm (15.4 inch) chainstays equate to an extremely snappy rig and the ability to easily get the front wheel off the ground – something that not all 29ers can be so proud of. The Overdrive is a fantastic entry level 29er well balanced between value and performance. The SR Suntour XCT gives you 100mm of travel for the perfect amount of cushion up front. Add to that Disc brakes courtesy of Tektro and you have one of the best in class values for an entry level 29er period.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
STARTER BIKE
By greg morris
I purchased this on sale, so I got it for $200 less than list. This is a Great bike if just starting out or just need a bike to get around. I will use this bike in my first amature competition this spring (I will report how that goes).Pro: cheap, reasonable weight (not super heavy nor feather light, shipping weight is only 25 lbs!), 29 inch tires, good for anything that you would normally do with a hardtail (trail, xc, and maybe all mountain), diamondback has been consistently listed as a best buy for under $1000 in mountain biking.***EDIT: It has survived a big crash. However I'm injured and won't be able to test this in a race.Con: If you can afford a $1500+ bike then get that!(will be lighter & better components), would not take huge downhill drops do to no rear suspension, The picture shows REMOTE LOCKOUTS, but the bike does NOT HAVE THEM!!! FALSE ADVERTISING!!! (will report and update after responce) it does have a front lockout however.***EDIT: This is not the DB company, it's someone using the name. You need to be fitted for this bike. You need to go to a bike shop and have it done, unless of course you have the skills. The already assembled parts are not well placed.I have seen similar bikes at the bike shop in the $500-600 range. Go to a bike shop. just watch for sales people that want to upsell you. You don't need an expensive bike to start MBing.Greg EDIT: Feb. 06 2012
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
A good basic package worth every cent of the price. No bonuses but good.
By Craig Blackstock
So this bike is my first foray into 29ers and, at the price, it's good value.The frame has a good, solid look to it, with a down-tube that begins as a squarish section at the head and graduates to an ovalised section at the bottom bracket. Chunky would be the best way to describe the arrangement. The rest of the frame build is pretty-much typical of larger, 29er chassis'. The colouring of the frame is good; albeit a bit thin and devoid of a gel-coat so any substantial offs will mark the paintwork. On finishing touches, the decals on the frame and especially the wheels were adhered by either a very complacent worker or by a machine that had a twelve year hangover from the Y2K bug. The sticker application on the frame was a little off and the ones applied to the wheels were as wrinkled as a happy 50-year-old's eyes. This bike will be a work horse as opposed to a show pony so I can live with the physical anomalies.As there appears to be a cartel out there on equipment installed by manufacturers of new bikes, the Shimano and SRAM gear installed is pretty standard for bikes within this price bracket. The brakes work; as do the derailleurs. Easy. Tyres and rims are, again, on par with most other bikes out there. Of note though. The cabling for the brakes and gear changers is a little fussy around the head; especially after converting the front brake hydraulics to the right-hand (sorry all you US reviewers but, seriously, left-hand front brakes?? Aren't mountain-bikes meant to be like motorbikes sans the clutch and engine?). A few strategically-placed cable ties does the trick though.Overall, a good bike for the money that has received a good amount of accolades during its model cycle. (allegedly one of the best under 1K) Built alongside the production lines of Schwinn, Kona, Jamis and GT in China, the quality of the manufacturing should be just OK; if not better. If you're in the market for an above-entry-level, disc-braked hard-tail mountain bike that will do the job plus some, make sure that you check-out all the competitors but definitely ensure that you also have a good look at this one.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Parts are not as advertized
By Madhav Kundala
Except the frame rest all parts are the same as on 2012 bike. For example 2013 bike is supposed to have Shimano brakes but this one had Draco Tektro brakes. Shocks were supposed to be cable controlled on 2013 but this bike came with the same 2012 shocks. I had bought the same bike from JensonUSA too and similar 2012 model was delivered, had to return it(lost 25$). Reviewed the specs on Diamondback web site and the picture(e.g. shocks) on Amazon(does a poor job of listing all parts). Then to my utter disbelief the 2nd order from Amazon too came with 2012 parts. I was very disappointed to get cheated twice but Amazon offered a discount so kept the bike. Amazon service is 5 stars. Diamonback are cheaters. Wish it had a chain ring cover. Tried the entire town but chain ring covers are not available as a spare. Never again I will buy bikes online. Better pay the extra at a local shop and save yourself the disappointment/hassles.
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