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Showpro diamondback tour pack 3.

The DiamondBack offers a super bright RGBW pixel controllable beam with a zoomable range of 3°~56°.

Capable of stunning strobe effects which can generated by the CW+WW pixel controllable outer linear LEDS. Boasting a super smooth tilt range of 205 ° and 1100W of LED power the Diamondback easily cuts through the competition in creativity and output. Tour ready in a 3 unit pack complete with flight case.

Product Features:

• 1100W RGBW+CW+WW LED to produce perfect colour blending and stunning strobe effects • Ultra-high brightness of 60000lm • Zoom range from 3°~56° • White colour temperature from 2700K~8000K, WW: Ra?90 • 14 RGBW pixels + 56 individually controllable WW/CW segments for dynamic effects and visuals • Built-in effects and macros give multi-selections of fast programming • Selectable PWM frequency for flicker-free video with any camera • Advanced thermal designs with multi-fan modes for proper noise levels in different applications • DMX, Art-Net and RDM control

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Encore For ShowPRO DiamondBacks and grandMA3

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When you are creating innovative event solutions every day, you are always on the lookout for cutting-edge products to bring your imagination and skill to life.

Consequently, when the team at Encore Event Technologies saw an inspiring promo video online showcasing the ShowPRO DiamondBacks, they were excited!

“When we first got to look at the online product video, the DiamondBacks immediately piqued my interest,” said Daniel Lourenco, Encore’s Director of Innovation and Technology. “It was apparent that the DiamondBack wasn’t just a one trick pony like a lot of fixtures out in the market, but more of a unique “special effects fixture” that can be utilised for a number of different applications.”

The DiamondBack has a very tight focus, right down to 3 degrees for that infamous pencil beam look, but a wide zoom range up to 56 degrees.

“When the DiamondBack are running in the full 115 channel mode, this opens up the lighting operators imagination, with its completely unique strobe feature running parallel to the powerful 1100w LEDS with the ability to tilt the diamond backs 205deg,” added Daniel. “The DiamondBack makes for a perfect all round LED bar that is more like a pack of race horses than a pony!” Daniel points out that we often talk about just the fixture but nearly always forget to mention how they’re road cased saying “Quality components and an all-black road case makes for a sleek looking road case that can house three DiamondBacks and, in my view, a high quality road case is paramount in protecting our 36 x DiamondBacks here at Encore Event Technology.”

Encore’s DiamondBacks have been a huge hit with all of their designers across Encore Anzpac wanting them for their designs according to Allan Fryer, Head of Production NSW “With the various capabilities mentioned above, our lighting designers are continually finding unique and impressive ways to show off the potential of the DiamondBacks and their creative minds,” he said.

Encore’s DiamondBacks have been used on a variety of events – rigged in the ceiling above performers, on truss uprights pointing out from behind stages, sitting on the floor and boxing in stage areas, rigged above and below set pieces, as captivating eye candy, moving beams, strobe effects and intense blinders.

“At a recent event I had the DiamondBacks boxed around on top of a main stage and lined up in two rows either side on the floor from stage to walls,” explained Allan. “They were pointing straight up with a tight focus, in blue and with a random dimmer effect to emulate rain along with an audio track of rain running over our immersive PA system. Added thunder audio clips were activated accompanied by lightning strobe effects and it looked amazing. At the same event, I timecoded the DiamondBacks, along with other fixtures, to a violinist’s backing track and it absolutely blew the audience away.”

Encore Event Technology also took delivery of an MA Lighting grandMA3 that they will run between MA2 and MA3 mode, depending on the operator and the venue install.

“In the AV industry you need to keep up-to-date with technology and that is why Encore is heavily invested in MA Lighting products,” remarked Allan. “MA has been our number one intelligent lighting control console and the majority of our venue installs include MA processing and so it is a no-brainer that we continue to grow alongside MA Lighting and keep investing in new MA technology.”

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Diamondback Release 3 Review

The Diamondback Release 3 sits at the top of Diamondback ’s trail model list, providing high-end components, a lightweight frame, wide gear ratios, and an all-around stable riding experience. According to Diamondback, this is absolutely the best aluminum trail bicycle they make.

• RATING: Best DB Aluminum FS Bike!
• BEST FOR  Pro Trail Riders
• FEATURES: 150 mm travel front suspension, Shimano XT components, 11-speed drivetrain, Shimano XT hydraulic brakes

Diamondback Release Full Review

Diamondback produces a wide range of bicycles. Everything from first-time hill climbers, all the way up to pro-level trail bikes. The Diamondback Release 3 sits at the top of their trail model list, providing high-end components, a lightweight frame, wide gear ratios, and an all-around stable riding experience.

According to Diamondback, this is absolutely the best aluminum trail bicycle they make. After taking a closer look at ourselves, we’d have to agree.

So, what makes this bike such a rare animal? Let’s find out.

What’s Good About Diamondback Release 3?

The bikes from the Diamondback Release series are built for speed and curves. With the extremely responsive suspension, this bike can take massive amounts of trail abuse and continue kicking. Compared to the old Release 3, the new one is fitted with a better set of components. The groupset is Shimano XT, which includes both the drivetrain and the hydraulic disc brakes!

Gearing & Drivetrain

The Shimano XT M8000, 11-speed, 10-46t cogset makes this bike take steep grades like a true champ. Designed specifically as a mountain biking setup, the 10T to 46T ratio does wonders for hills that would normally take the wind out of your sales.

The 6061 aluminum frame was shaped with stability in mind when hitting rough mountain trails. You’ll notice that the lines on this bike shorten as you get closer to the rear. This was done specifically to take full advantage of this bike’s newly designed suspension system. The progressive nature of this frame’s geometry also ensures that your weight is always positioned over a low center of gravity, which especially comes in handy when scaling steep grades.

Derailleurs

Shimano XT M8000, the 11-speed derailleur is at the top end of what cyclists would call “industry standard”, component-wise. These derailleurs require very little maintenance and handle all weather conditions with ease. They change gears smoothly and reliably, even under severe tension.

The Maxxis Minion tires are puncture-proof and made to stick to smooth singletracks without loss of control. They are 2.3″ wide which means they will give you more than enough grip no matter the terrain you choose to ride on.

Diamondback went with some of the best disc brakes on the market, the Shimano XT M8000 hydraulic discs. The redesigned squeeze triggers feature a larger amount of brake fluid in their master cylinder, which really comes in handy when your brake pads start to wear. Keeping the same caliper/rotor setup as their previous models, these brakes can take a lot of standard pads which will inevitably save you time and effort when the time comes to find replacements.

The WTB Volt is designed with medium cushioning, specifically with mountain biking in mind. A fairly standard saddle.

Other Release Models

Diamondback actually has 5 Release models , and although this review specifically covers Release 3, we’ve outlined the differences in components that you can expect to find with Release 2 below, which is the cheaper version:

Diamondback Release 1

MSRP $2,500 Diamondback

• 130mm, Fox Float DPS EVOL LV rear shock to eat bumps and keeps the ride smooth
• 150mm, Fox Rhythm 34 fork with grip damper, 15mm thru-axle
• Shimano SLX 1×12 drivetrain components (10-51) with Shimano SLX cranks

Diamondback Release 2

• Rear shock: Fox Float DPS EVOL LV, Performance, 3 Position Lever, 200x57mm, 22.2mm Eyelet Width
• Fork: Fox Rhythm 34 27.5″, 150mm Travel, Grip Dampener w/Sweep Adjust, 1.5″ Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle
• Tires: The same
• Brakes – Shimano SLX M7000, w/180mm Front /180mm Rear Rotors

Diamondback also makes a somewhat different offshoot of the Release series that come with carbon frames, called the 4C and 5C, respectively. The price point on these is higher, as they come with primarily the same components save for the upgraded frame:

Diamondback Release 4C

• Frame: Carbon Release 27.5, Monocoque Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, 130mm travel, Level Link Suspension Platform.
• Fork:  Fox 34 Performance Float, 27.5″, 150mm Travel, Grip 3 Position Dampener, Rebound Adjust, 1.5″ Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle
• Brakes: SRAM Guide R, w/180mm Front /180mm Rear Centerline Rotors
• Rims: Diamondback Blanchard 28R, Tubeless Ready, 32h

Diamondback Release 5C

• Rear shock: Fox Performance Elite Float DPX2, 3 Position Lever w/Open Mode Adjust, LV EVOL, 200x57mm, 22.2mm Eyelet Width
• Fork: Fox 36 Performance Elite Float, 27.5″, 150mm Travel, Fit4, 3 Position Dampener, Rebound Adjust, 1.5″ Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle
• Tires: e*thirteen TRS Race SS 2.35 Tire Tubeless Ready Single Ply Apex Aramid-Reinforced, Slow Rebound, Dual Compound
• Brakes: e*thirteen TRS Race SS 2.35 Tire Tubeless Ready Single Ply Apex Aramid-Reinforced, Slow Rebound, Dual CompoundSRAM Guide RS Hydraulic Disc, w/180mm Front / 180mm Rear Centerline Rotors
• Rims: e*thirteen TRS Plus 30mm Aluminum Rim TRS Plus Aluminum 32h​

Diamondback skipped over absolutely nothing when it comes to the Diamondback Release 3. This frame has been loaded with pretty much the best components on the market today.

The $3,500 price tag isn’t for the faint of heart, but it definitely delivers. So, here’s what we found to be the components that stand out the most on Release 3:

• 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 34 Performance Float, 27.5″, 150mm Travel, Grip 3 Position Dampener, Rebound Adjust, 1.5″ Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle
• Rear Shock:  Fox Performance Float DPX2, 3 Position Lever, LV EVOL, 200x57mm, 22.2mm Eyelet Width
• Tires: Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5×2.3″ EXO, TLR, Folding / Maxxis Minion DHR 27.5×2.3″ EXO, TLR, Folding
• Crankset: Raceface Turbine Cinch w/32T Direct Mount Narrow Wide
• Cassette:  Shimano XT M8000 Cassette, 11 Speed, 11-46T
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT M8000 Shadow Plus, 11 Speed, GS
• Shifter: Shimano XT M8000 Shadow Plus, 11 Speed
• Brakes: Shimano XT M8000, w/180mm Front /180mm Rear Rotors
• Saddle: WTB Volt Race
• Seatpost: KS LEV Integra Dropper, w/ SouthPaw Remote, 31.6mm
• Pedals: DB CNC Platform, Sealed Cartridge Bearing w/Replaceable Pins

PROS & CONS

• High-end Shimano components
• 150 mm of front suspension travel
• Relatively lightweight
• Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes
• Not very versatile

Should You Buy the Diamondback Release 3?

The sheer array of components would make this bike worth the price point, but the build quality paired with the ultra-stable new Level-Link suspension system really makes for an enjoyable ride. Once properly set up the Diamondback’s Release 3 requires minimal maintenance, and can really help you step up your singletrack game.

Not meant for the faint of heart, riders who aren’t looking for a mountain-specific bike should probably explore other options before dropping the $3,500 required to have their own Release 3.

Size Recommendations

SM / 15.5″ 5’4″ – 5’7″ MD / 17″ 5’7″ – 5’10” LG / 19″ 5’10” – 6’2″ XL / 21″ 6’2″ – 6’6″

MSRP $3,500

Where to Buy Diamondback Release?

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Diamondback Release 3 review

Dual-link design ushers in new generation of Diamondback mountain bikes

Josh Patterson

Great pedaling performance; aggressive geometry

Heavy despite quality components

Diamondback’s Release 3 is the top model in the company’s new line of 27.5in trail bikes. It has aggressive geometry and a dual-link suspension design that’s new to Diamondback, but might look familiar to seasoned riders.

• 130mm rear travel
• Designed for 150mm forks
• 66-degree head tube angle
• 425mm chainstay length
• ‘Level Link’ suspension design
• 148x12mm thru-axle
• Available mid-March
• UK and Australian pricing and availability are yet to be announced

The Release was in development for more than three years. Diamondback worked closely with its sponsored athletes, particularly with freerider Eric Porter, to refine the geometry and overall feel of the bike.

“I wanted something that was lighter and more agile, but still really capable. I don’t always need 160mm of travel for the trails I ride,” Porter said in comparing the Release to Diamondback’s all-mountain model, the Mission.

According to Diamondback, the Release’s alloy frame is nearly a full pound lighter than the 160mm-travel Mission.

On the level about Level Link

Hmm... these linkages look a bit familiar

“Derivative” is almost always used in the context of deriding another’s ideas or art as unoriginal. But is being derivative always such a bad thing when it comes to consumer products, such as a full-suspension mountain bike? After all, there are only so many ways to design an effective full-suspension linkage, and if a proven design is up for grabs, why not make it your own?

The patent covering the counter-rotating link design, originally developed by Outland in 1995 and subsequently purchased and employed by Santa Cruz on the majority of the company’s full-suspension models since 2001, expired in January of 2015. This means other companies are free to develop full-suspension mountain bikes that use counter-rotating linkages — VPP clones, if you will. Other brands can’t actually call the suspension design “VPP.” That term is still trademarked by Santa Cruz.

A number of companies jumped on the Horst-Link bandwagon when that patent expired, so it’s not surprising that Diamondback chose to employ a newly available counter-rotating link design for its new full-suspension line-up.

Diamondback calls its suspension design ‘Level Link’ in reference to the fact that the lower linkage remains roughly parallel with chain from the sag point through the remainder of the bike’s 130mm of travel.

A promising start

The Release 3 has 130mm of rear travel with a 150mm fork and a slack 66-degree head tube angle

I did two rides consisting of a total of 22 miles aboard the Release, so this is review is far from definitive. However, the trails I rode in the mountains above Santa Barbara, California, were varied and challenging enough that it provided a good preview of just how capable Diamondback’s latest trail bike is.

The handling of the Release is quite good. The 66-degree head tube angle inspires gravity-sled confidence when descending, but the short 425mm chainstays keep it from feeling like a plow bike. It’s quite nimble at speed; although the long and slack front end require extra muscle when slowly making headway on steep climbs.

So what about that suspension design? Instead of regurgitating a bunch of marketing-speak and questionable suspension diagrams I’ll cut straight to the chase. Quite unsurprisingly, the Level Link rear suspension feels and reacts much like Santa Cruz’ latest crop of trail bikes.

The brief testing period means this is far from conclusive, but the Release pedaled quite well and rode lighter than its actual weight suggests

The rear end is firm under pedaling with no discernible mid-stroke wallow. There’s ample traction, but it’s not exactly plush. The Release 3 rode lighter than its 30.9lb / 14kg heft might suggest. The rear suspension wasn’t particularly bothered by my out-of-the-saddle mashing on the way up. On the way down, the rear end has a poppy feel that makes it easy to boost the Release off rocks and pump through berms.

As the top bike in the three bike Release line, the Release 3 comes with a kit that balances performance with relative affordability. Top billing goes to the 150mm RockShox Pike RCT3 fork and Monarch Plus RC3 Debonair shock. SRAM’s Guide RS brakes are also outstanding. While not high-end, the SRAM X1 drivetrain is every bit as reliable as SRAM’s X01 group.

In addition to the mostly SRAM components, Diamondback steps in with a 35mm house-branded stem and 780mm-wide alloy handlebar. The Blanchard wheelset is also a Diamondback creation. The alloy rims have an internal width of 28mm, which seemed to suit the 27.5x2.35in Schwalbe Hans Dampf rubber they're wrapped in. The red rear rim is a bit jarring at first glance. It's easily mistaken for a mismatched replacement.

Mid-price malaise

This mix of high and mid-level componentry is expected on an alloy full-suspension rig that retails for $3,900. But this is a murky middle zone for potential buyers. This isn’t an indictment of a lack of value in the Release 3, but rather the reality of purchasing any mountain bike in this price range.

Is it better to invest in a carbon frame with entry-level components, or a heavier alloy frame that comes with a decent kit that needs very little upgrading? The answer may be different for each rider depending on his or her particular needs.

To use Santa Cruz as an example, the base model 5010c retails for several hundred dollars less than the Release 3. So prospective buyers get a light carbon frame with entry-level components. If you plan to upgrade as components wear out or as your budget permits, then perhaps carbon is the route to take. If you want to make one purchase and be done with it, or if you’re wary of carbon’s crash worthiness, then a well-specced alloy bike like the Release 3 might be the better option.

The Release series of bikes does a good job of balancing performance with value

The Release 3 eats up rough terrain and is an intrepid climber in spite of its weight. Any of the three bikes in Diamondback’s Release line would be a good place to start for the rider looking to swap a hardtail for their first full-suspension mountain bike.

This particular model poses a question that is up to individual riders to decide: is it better to have a heavier alloy frame with higher-end components, or a lighter carbon frame with low-end kit?

Also consider:

Devinci troy carbon rs.

With a new dual-link rear suspension, the Release is an efficient pedaling machine that's capable and agile on aggressive terrain. See our full Devinci Troy Carbon RS review.

Whyte T-130 C Works

This full carbon trail bike encourages riding on the limit with a great geometry, balanced suspension, and stiff carbon wheels. See our full Whyte T-130 C Works review.

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Arizona Diamondbacks offer 2024 season ticket pass for $299

Nov 27, 2023, 7:49 AM | Updated: Nov 29, 2023, 3:17 pm

Diamondbacks season ticket pass

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The Arizona Diamondbacks announced a new season ticket package for all 81 regular season home games at Chase Field that costs $299.

“With the popularity of our Summer Pass, we’re excited to provide yet another affordable option for individuals and families to enjoy baseball together, not just in the summer but all season long,” said Diamondbacks president and CEO Derrick Hall via a release. “Pair the Ballpark Season Pass with some of our Value Menu Items, and you’ll see why Chase Field provides the most affordable ballpark experience in all of Major League Baseball.”

The Ballpark Season Pass deal, which launched after Thanksgiving, will only be available for the holiday season. The deal also includes two exhibition games at Chase Field and comes out to $3.60 a ticket for each home game.

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The season ticket package is non-transferable and allows fans to sit with their friends by adding guest passes or linking with friends who also have the Ballpark Season Pass.

Fans who purchase the pass will be sent opt-in texts before each home series in order to confirm their planned attendance. The seating locations will be in the upper levels and vary by game.

Coming off a World Series appearance, the Diamondbacks open their 2024 season at Chase Field on March 28 against the Colorado Rockies.

You can purchase the Ballpark Season Pass by visiting dbacks.com/ballparkpass or finding the pass in the MLB Ballpark App.

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Diamondback Release 3

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Colour / Matte Sand

Size / SM/15.5" / Rider Height: 5'4" - 5'7" , MD/17" Rider Height 5'7"- 5'10" , LG/19" Rider Height 5'10" - 6'2" , XL/21" Rider Height 6'2" - 6'6"

At a glance

A privateer is a top-level rider who hits the trails _without_ the benefit of a fancy sponsorship deal. Their ideal rig? A blue-collar machine that doesn’t skimp on performance. That sums up the Release 3 perfectly. The heart of the bike is our artfully shaped and butted aluminum frame and brisk-pedaling Level Link suspension. A Fox 34 Performance Float 150mm travel fork and Fox Float DPX2 rear shock work in perfect tandem to obliterate tooth-rattling hits on even the longest of descents.

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Specifications

• 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 34 Performance Float, 27.5", 150mm Travel, Grip 3 Position Dampener, Rebound Adjust, 1.5" Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle
• Shock Fox Performance Float DPX2, 3 Position Lever, LV EVOL, 200x57mm, 22.2mm Eyelet Width
• Hubs Front: 32h Alloy, Boost 110x15mm Thru-axle, Sealed Cartridge Bearing Rear: 32h Alloy, Boost 148x12mm Thru-axle, 5 Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Cassette
• Wheels Diamondback Blanchard 28R, Tubeless Ready, 32h
• Wheel Size 27.5"
• Spokes 14g Stainless Steel
• Tires Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5x2.3" EXO, TLR, Folding / Maxxis Minion DHR 27.5x2.3" EXO, TLR, Folding
• Chain KMC X11EL, 11 Speed
• Crank Raceface Turbine Cinch w/32T Direct Mount Narrow Wide
• Bottom Bracket Raceface Outboard Bearing
• Rear Derailleur Shimano XT M8000 Shadow Plus, 11 Speed, GS
• Shifters Shimano XT M8000 Shadow Plus, 11 Speed
• Brakeset Shimano XT M8000, w/180mm Front /180mm Rear Rotors
• Handlebar DB35 Alloy, 780mm Wide, 15mm Rise, 35mm Bar Bore
• Saddle WTB Volt Race
• Seatpost KS LEV SI Internal Dropper, 31.6mm w/Southpaw Remote, SM = 125mm, MD/LG/XL = 150mm
• Stem DB35 Alloy, 40mm Reach, 35mm Bar Bore
• Grips Ergon GE10 Evo Lock-On
• Headset FSA No. 57 Sealed Cartridge

Q: How much is a 2019 Diamondback Release 3?

A 2019 Diamondback Release 3 is typically priced around $3,500 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2019 Diamondback Release 3?

The 2019 Diamondback Release 3 may be purchased directly from Diamondback .

Q: What size wheels does the 2019 Diamondback Release 3 have?

The 2019 Diamondback Release 3 has 27.5" wheels.

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A little over three years ago Diamondback, hoping to spice up its lineup, turned its attention to building the ultimate trailbike with the help of top pro riders Eric Porter and Mike Hopkins. Porter, a long-time Diamondback rider, told the crew that he enjoyed the feeling his bike had when he installed a slightly longer-travel fork, further slackening the head tube angle and giving the front end a plusher feel. This longer-travel front end soon became the goal for the new Release from Diamondback. The bike was then engineered from the ground up with a newly designed suspension platform, allowing the bike to feel balanced with a mixed amount of travel. Diamondback’s three years of hard work resulted in a trailbike designed to fulfill the needs of everyday trail riders looking to conquer any terrain.

WHO IS IT MADE FOR?

The Diamondback Release 3 is built to satisfy the needs of trail riders with any trail-riding ambition. It’s not afraid to tackle a steep climb, nor does it shy away from rocky descents. The Release has a playful side, allowing it to be tossed around the trails, but at the same time its plush front end allows riders to charge down the middle of a trail without a second thought. The Diamondback Release 3 was designed to shred trails by day and allow riders to exchange high fives by night.

WHAT IS IT MADE FROM?

In the Diamondback Release lineup you’re not going to find a carbon superbike frame, but don’t think that holds this alloy bike back. Diamondback’s hydroformed aluminum frame offers a Boost 148 rear axle, ISCG mounts and a redesigned suspension system called Level Link. Level Link suspension has two key characteristics that make it perform as well as, if not better than, Diamondback had hoped for. When the bike is sagged for a rider’s weight, its upper link becomes perpendicular to its lower link, providing the rider with an active feel that also maximizes traction. The lower link, on the other hand, stays in line with the chain, minimizing pedal feedback throughout the bike’s travel. Level Link closely resembles several other dual- link suspension systems; however, Diamondback’s twist puts Level Link in a category of its own.

WHICH COMPONENTS STAND OUT?

The Release 3 is the top model in the lineup and uses many high-end components. The bike’s front and rear RockShox suspension is top-notch, and its 11-speed X1 drivetrain offers great bang for your buck. A KS dropper post gives riders aboard the Release a lower center of gravity, and the Southpaw remote, normally sold aftermarket, adds a nice touch to the overall look and feel. Diamondback’s Blanchard wheelset obviously makes an eye-catching statement with its two different-colored wheels, and these 28-millimeter internal-width rims were specifically designed by Diamondback for optimal performance and affordability.

HOW DOES IT PERFORM?

Setting sag: Setting the sag on the RockShox Pike was as easy as ever, with 30-percent sag being the ticket for most trails. It took a little more effort to achieve a perpendicular upper link. We landed with the sag around 35 percent. Centering the rebound and low-speed knobs gave us a great baseline; however, we turned the Pike’s low-speed dial back a few clicks for a plusher feel.

Moving out: The Release 3 has a dialed cockpit thanks to its long top tube, short 40-millimeter stem and 780-millimeter-wide bars. The Release, although comfortable, is very aggressive-feeling due to its slack 66-degree head tube angle. This long and slack bike prefers to be ridden fast, and the short 16.7-inch chainstays give this rig a nimble feel.

Climbing: The short-travel rear end and Level Link suspension worked well together to help propel the Release up any climb. Its rear end felt active in technical spots in the open setting of our Monarch Plus shock, and we only needed the middle setting for fire-road climbs. We hardly used the lockout setting. We assumed the Release would have a wandering front end with its longer-travel fork and slack head tube angle, but we found the bike’s front tire to be firmly planted to the ground for the majority of our climbs. Out-of-the-saddle climbing was also well-rewarded, as the rear end didn’t seem to bob or soak up much of our energy.

Cornering: The Release 3 is excellent in a variety of corners— from sharp switchbacks to flowy berms. Wide handlebars provided ample leverage to lean the bike over and the Level Link suspension stayed firm, allowing us to push out of the corners while maintaining speed. The short chainstays gave our test riders the ability to whip the rear end around, and the slack head tube angle gave us stability in high-speed turns. Schwalbe Hans Dampf tires hooked up to loose sections of the trail well, making the Release 3 an exhilarating bike to rip around corners.

Braking: Modern braking performance and a solid suspension platform make the Release 3’s braking attributes hard to nitpick. The SRAM Guide RS brakes provided optimal performance, as they usually do, and the Level Link’s active suspension delivered braking forces to the ground well, preventing our rear tire from locking up. Slowing down should be the least of your worries aboard this Diamondback, so release your brakes and let this bike rip.

TRICKS, UPGRADES OR TIPS?

The Release 3 has external cable routing, making it a mechanic’s dream to work on, but the mix of cables running the upper length of the downtube and the large Monarch Plus shock make mounting a water bottle next to impossible. In fact, there are no water bottle cage bolts anywhere on the frame, forcing riders to use a hydration pack or other water supply. Other than this small complaint, the Release 3 has a great setup right out of the box. Buyers should be satisfied with this build kit for years to come.

BUYING ADVICE

At first glance the Diamondback Release 3’s nontraditional, mismatched color scheme may be a shocker; however, this trail ripper should not be overlooked. The Release 3 not only packs a punch, but with its high-end components and impressive value, it also has a solid-feeling geometry, tested and perfected by Diamondback’s top pro riders. The 150 millimeters of travel up front is more than enough to tackle just about any trail, and the 130 millimeters of travel in the rear will surprise you with its climbing efficiency and downhill prowess. Diamondback’s latest creation is no catch-and-release; it’s a keeper.

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The Diamondback Lux 3 is the ultimate mountain bike for petite women or older girls who need a comfortable ride to help them build their trail riding confidence. Available in three different price points. Read the review below for all the details!

Diamondback Lux 3

RATING : Highly Recommended

MSRP :  $750 – $1,400

BEST FOR : The Lux 3 is best for more aggressive trail riders. Lux 1 is great for everyday riders who may ride occasional trails, with the Lux 2 a good in between.

RATING : Exceptional

DRIVETRAIN:  1 X 11 (Lux 3), 2 X 9 (Lux 2), 3 X 8 (Lux 1)

WEIGHT:  28.5 lb. (Lux 3)

BRAKES:  Hydro disc (Lux 2 and 3), Mech Disc (Lux 1)

• Simplified 1x drivetrain
• More upright geometry ideal for timid or beginning riders
• Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
• Wide 760mm handlebars
• Rockshox Judy air fork with lockout and rebound adjust
• SRAM GX shifters and derailleur
• Rims not tubeless ready

Diamondback Lux 3 Review – Results of our Test Rides

“Mom, when can we go biking again??”  Like the wave of a magic wand, the Diamondback Lux 3 transformed my 12-year-old daughter from a heel-dragging, “Why do I have to gooooo??” biker, to an excited and eager rider.  Honestly, as a mom who might be a little biased towards the awesomeness that is mountain biking , it’s been sad to see her overall love of biking diminish over the years. But with the Lux 3, she has regained her confidence on two wheels as well as her riding smile!

From its lightweight build to large 27.5″ wheels and it’s 1x drivetrain, the Lux 3 is just what my daughter needed to get her rolling again.   Being 5’4″, she’s tall for her age, but with most of her height in her legs, finding a bike that was comfortable, yet aggressive, was a challenge.  Either the bikes were too stretched out or too upright.  As a women’s specific trail bike, the 15″ small-framed Lux 3 was the perfect fit!

When it comes to buying a bike for your tween, there are several companies, like woom and Cleary , that make amazing 26″ mountain bikes for kids.  Built specifically for kids from the ground up, these bikes offer an amazing bang for your buck and are a big step up from mountain bikes you’ll find at retail stores and the bike shop . However, 26″ bikes tend to max out for kids around 5’4″.  Having just reached 5’4″ with plenty of height growth still on the way, it was time to look at small adult bikes for my daughter.

While the large variety of bikes in the adult market is certainly a bonus, these bikes are not built with a child in mind.  Standard features on kid-specific bikes like narrow q-factors, 1x drivetrains, and small-reach brake levers are much harder to find on adult bikes.  With limitless features, components, frame designs, and brands, one could spend weeks sifting through the never-ending options!

After a lot of searching and several visits to bike shops, we landed on the Diamondback Lux 3 with a small frame and couldn’t be happier.  We certainly could have stretched her out onto a medium-framed Lux, as it would have provided more room for growth. But considering her desire to be positioned more upright, we thought it best to stick with the small frame. From the minute she jumped on the bike, she felt much more comfortable on it as compared to other bikes she had tried out at the shop.

The smaller cockpit allows her to sit more upright, making her feel much more at ease on the bike.  Although overall fit and rider positioning on the bike is very subjective, if you or your child are more of a beginner, or simply prefer a more upright geometry, the Lux 3 should certainly be on your list to check out.

Being an adult bike, the Lux is also available in M and L frame sizes, as well as with different levels of components and corresponding price points.  The frame sizes are designed to fit women  5’3″ to 5’11” in height, while models range from $600 to $1,100 in price.

All three models of the Diamondback Lux share the same frame and geometry but vary in components.   In search of a mountain bike ready to tackle Utah’s Wasatch mountains, we selected the Lux 3 as it was the only model that offered an air suspension fork and a 1x drivetrain (it has one derailleur and one shifter versus two derailleurs and shifters found on most adult bikes).  If you don’t plan on riding more aggressive trails, the lower Lux models still offer a great value and the same fit as the Lux 3.

In our opinion, we’ve found more simplified drivetrains to be the easiest for kids, so the more complex the riding they do, the more simplified you will want their shifting to be.  If a child has trouble shifting or selecting the correct gears on a paved or basic dirt trail, it isn’t going to affect their riding as much as a child riding on a more complex trail.

Diamondback Lux Models Comparison

The geometry of the Lux line is amazing for beginning riders just getting started as well as those who want to progress to more aggressive terrain .  The Lux models are also a great option for riders who just prefer to be in a slightly more upright position, rather than leaned forward in an aggressive stance.

The effective top tube length (the horizontal distance between the head tube and the seat post on the bike) on all sizes is noticeably shorter than other bikes we looked at, which helps to shorten the cockpit and plays a role in helping our daughter sit more upright.  The effective top tube length on the Lux small frame is 555mm, while the effective top tube on the comparable Specialized Pitch (shown on the right) is 599mm.

If she was a more aggressive rider to start with, the longer Specialized Pitch would have been a better option for her, but with our goal of wanting her to be comfortable from day 1, the smaller Lux was the better choice. Considering riding ability is important to finding the perfect bike fit .

The entire drivetrain of the Lux 3 is spec’ed with SRAM GX, which is part of SRAM’s line built specifically for mountain biking.  In addition to being more precise in build, they are made with machined aluminum versus the stamped steel on the Shimano components of the Lux 1 and 2.

The Shimano Acera and Tourney components on the Lux 1 and 2 are not part of Shimano’s line made specifically for mountain biking, but are great components for the everyday rider.  Acera (on Lux 2) is a step up from the Tourney (on Lux 1), which leads to the additional cost of the Lux 2 versus the 1.

The SRAM GX shifters on the Lux 3 are double thumb trigger shifters and were incredibly responsive on the trail.  It took our tester a ride or two to get really comfortable using only her thumbs to shift (versus her index finder with her Shimano shifters on her old bike), but she did great once she mastered it.  Having only one shifter also helped to ease her nerves on the trail as there was never any questions as to which shifter she should be using!

The shifters on the Lux 1 and 2 are Shimano trigger shifters which work slightly differently than SRAM trigger shifters.  Instead of shifting with just your thumb, shifting is done with the index finger as well as the thumb.  The Shimano shifters on the Lux 2 are an upgrade from the Shimano shifters on the Lux 1 and are slightly easier to operate.

Hydraulic disc brakes offer significantly more stopping power than traditional bike brakes but with  much less effort from the rider.   Having not ridden a bike with hydro disc brakes in a while, our tester had gotten back into the habit of pulling the brake lever with three fingers while riding.

As a result, during one of our rides, she complained that her hand was getting tired from stretching out to reach the lever.  Once we pointed out that she now only needed to brake with one finger, she and her hands were much happier during our rides.   Adjusting the reach on her brake levers closer to her hands was also a huge help. (The picture below shows the level prior to adjustment.) As a comparison, the Lux 2 also features hydro disc brakes, while the Lux 1 has mechanical disc brakes.

Featuring a Rockshox Judy air fork with 120mm of travel, the Lux 3 provided some smooth sailing.  On her maiden voyage on the bike at a local bike park, our tester intentionally set out to catch air over and over again (who is this girl??!!).  On single track trails, she rolled up and over the rocky portions without skipping a beat.

The Rockshox fork on the Lux 3 is also a major upgrade as compared to the other models, which certainly is reflected in the price difference between the Lux 1 and 2.  The Rockshox Judy has a larger travel at 120mm as well as external rebound adjust (alters how fast the shocks rebound with each hit), and a lockout feature for climbs.

The Lux 1 and 2 both have coil shocks versus air.  While they still provide dampening on rough terrain, they don’t offer as much customization.  Coil sprung (versus air-sprung) forks can’t absorb multiple hits as quickly as air as the coil itself takes longer to regain its shape than air.  For those sticking to less aggressive trails, however, coil sprung forks tend to work just fine.

Lastly, the pedals all the Lux models are of quality build and feature numerous pins to prevent shoes from slipping off.

Diamondback Lux Mountain Bike Bottom Line

With a geometry perfectly dialed in for timid or non-aggressive riders, topped with responsive components, a 1x drivetrain and a highly adjustable air shock, the Diamondback Lux 3 is simply amazing.  Whether you or your young rider plans on hitting the bike park or flowy trails, the Lux 3 stands ready.  For those sticking to less aggressive riding, the Lux 2 and 1 are great, more affordable options that feature the same confidence-inspiring geometry.

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