Diamondback Atroz 2015 Full Suspension Mountain Bike Review

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Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike combines efficiency and simplicity in an impressive manner, only to take the rough biking experience to the next level. The unit is available in three different sizes and despite the mountainous biking specifications, it is just as handy on road and flat terrains.

Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike is poised to deliver a springy reaction to a diversity of terrain. Full-suspension design and 27.5" wheel size produce a bike that can take a beating and keep bouncing back for more. The Atroz is a great bike for those just getting to know the ways of the trail or those who are looking for an entry level full suspension rig. It was built with a solid platform in mind and is fully upgradeable should you so choose to step up your component package to the next level.

The foundation for the Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike is firmly laid with an all-new 6061 T-6 Aluminum Trail frame sporting 4" of travel via the RockShox Monarch R air rear shock. Based on it's larger brother, the Recoil, The frame uses a machine formed top tube and a butted and formed down tube. It uses a sealed cartridge bearing pivot and is built around an optimized single pivot design--the simplest type of rear suspension with fewer moving parts. It consists of a pivot just above the bottom bracket, slightly up on the down tube and a single swingarm to the rear axle. Being that the rear triangle directly attaches to the rear shock, the shock has a more linear spring rate and offers good small bump compliance. The Atroz features the Rock Shox Monarch R rear shock to compliment the SR Suntour XCM 120mm Travel.

The Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike comes stocked with an excellent mix of rock-solid componentry. The SRAM 9 speed drivetrain works like a champ thanks to the X5 rear derailleur, ensuring that shifting is smooth and predictable. The SRAM PG950 9-spd Cassette (11-34t), combined with an alloy crankset with a single 32T chainring provides a simple trail riding drivetrain that will get you up and over tough terrain but won't weight you down. The Tektro Aires mechanical disc brakes provide all of the braking power needed and the 32h Diamondback SL-7 Doublewall wheelset provides a tough and stable platform for your bike to roll over whatever dares to get in your path. Diamondback's signature Fifty stem and DB Pro Bar handlebar create the perfect cockpit while the Alloy Micro Adjust seatpost and DB Sync'r saddle ensure that you stay comfortable enough to pedal for miles upon miles.

Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike Features

  • DB Atroz series Full Suspension 6061 T-6 Aluminum 4” Travel Trail Frame. Apart from the tires, the mountainous purpose of this bicycle is given by the frame and suspension too. The frame is hand built. It is entirely made of 6061 t-6 aluminum, which is currently the leading standard code for lightweight materials. Your bike just cannot get any lighter. It barely exceeds 40 pounds in weight. With all these, it is still quite durable and ready to face all kinds of harsh terrains.
  • SR Suntour XCM 120mm Travel fork The suspension adds to the overall experience as well. It is a full suspension system that covers both the front and the back. The suspension goes up and down with 4 inches in the back and around 5 inches in the front. Therefore, it can easily sustain all kinds of obstacles in the nature. When used on flat terrains, the ride is smooth and extremely comfortable. Shocks are successfully absorbed by the Rockshox rear shocks, while the front part is handled by a powerful XCM fork.
  • Rock Shox Monarch R rear shock. The overall design is one of the first things to draw some attention, especially the rear part. The rear wheel is not really under the seat, but connected to the frame through a thick extension. The respective build adds to the overall comfort, but also to stability. Other than that, it looks simplistic and ready to face the toughest challenges. It comes in three sizes – 16, 18 and 20 inches, depending on your height.
  • Mechanical Disc Brakes for increased stopping power. The 27.5” wheels are dressed up with knobby tires for trails and rugged terrains. While they might look large and bulky, the mountain bike is also enhanced with powerful disk brakes. The respective brakes carry the Tektro Aries quality standards and deliver immediate and powerful stopping power. However, speeding on trails is less likely to happen anyway. But then, the brakes are just as useful when the mountain bike is used on road too.
  • SRAM 1x9 drivetrain. When it comes to the biking capabilities, Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike comes with 9 speeds. The wide variety of gears will provide a top notch individualization according to the terrain and its riding requirements.

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Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike Specifications

  • Frame: DB Atroz 6061 T-6 Aluminum Trail w/ 4" travel, Optimized Single Pivot, Machine Formed Top Tube, Butted / Formed Down Tube, Sealed Cartridge Bearing Pivot, Progressive Geometry, replaceable hanger 
  • Fork: SR Suntour XCM 120mm Travel, 30mm Stanchions, w/ Preload Adjust 
  • Headset: Ahead 1 1/8" Zero Stack 
  • Rear Shock: Rock Shox Monarch R 
  • Wheelset: Diamondback SL-7 Doublewall, 32h, alloy disc hubs 
  • Tires: Kenda Nevegal Lite, 27.5x2.35" 
  • Brakes: Tektro Aries Disc w/ 160mm Rotors 
  • Brake Levers: Alloy Linear 
  • Shifters: SRAM 9spd 
  • Front Derailleur: Full ISCG-05 Chain Guide w/ Roller 
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM X5 9spd Mid Cage 
  • Crankset: Alloy Arm w/ 32T Alloy Single Ring 
  • Bottom Bracket: Sealed Mechanism 
  • Cassette: SRAM PG950, 9spd, 11-34T 
  • Chain: KMC Z99 
  • Pedals: Wellgo Alloy forged, CNC MTB 
  • Handlebar: Diamondback "Pro Bar" 750mm Wide 
  • Stem: Diamondback "Fifty", 50mm Reach 
  • Grips: DB4L 135mm Kraton 
  • Saddle: DB Sync'r Saddle
  • Seatpost: Alloy Micro Adjust 27.2mm

Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike Geometry

Size Small Medium Large
Top Tube Length 22.0" 23.0" 24.0"
Seat Tube Length 16.0" 18.0" 20.0"
Standover Height 29.5" 30.5" 31.5"
Head Tube Length 90.0mm 100.0mm 120.0mm
Head Tube Angle 68.0° 68.0° 68.0°
Seat Tube Angle 74.0° 74.0° 74.0°
Wheelbase 1107.0mm 1125.0mm 1159.0mm
Chainstay Length 466.0mm 466.0mm 466.0mm
BB Height 330.0mm 330.0mm 330.0mm

Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike Pros

· Very lightweight due to the aluminum build
· Sustainable suspension
· Powerful shock absorbers
· Stable frame design
· Comes in three sizes
· 9 speeds
· Professional disk brakes
· XCM fork
· Rockshox shocks
· DB Doublewall rims
· Comes partially assembled
· Adjustable seat

Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike Cons

· Small parts are not assembled
· Could use some bells and whistles for mountainous rides

In the end, Diamondback Bicycles 2015 Atroz Full Suspension Complete Mountain Bike is somewhere at the limit between professionalism and amateurism. It is designed for mountainous uses and comes with quality parts from reputable manufacturers. It is very useful on flat terrains as well.

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