2012 Diamondback Sortie Black Bike
(discontinued)

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Nicely Done and Performed well! Dont knock it til you try it!
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The Good
Fox Float Adaptive Logic, RP23 w/ Kashima Coat (Very Nice)
Knuckle Box Technology
Easton 24h EA90 XC, 26" Clincher - UST
Easton 24h EA90 XC Wheels
KENDA Slant 6 26x2.1 120tpi folding
Full XTR with ICE brakes
The Bad
Not much that I was able to find riding it for the 2 days i had the chance, but it does get dirty and loves to kick up dust quite a bit. LOL
Overall Review:
Rode this exact bike at Bootleg Canyon, NV the 1st week of Feb 2012. The bike was nicely spec'd with top notch parts! The Knuckle Box performed very well and was plush when it needed to be even when braking in chatter bumps! Climbing was very good and with very little bob if any. Rear shock just got better as you climbed prob due to the Adaptive Logic RP23. Cornering was great and tracked very well! FOX suspension with Kashima and full XTR 10spd along with the Easton goods just added to the complete performance of this bike. The bike felt light and nimble! I would consider this bike for sure as a serious contender in the trail bike market. Dont hesitate! I used to ride Diamond Back long ago when John Tomac was on them winning World Cups and before then raced their BMX bikes. Nice to see the MTBs making a nice come back and looks like they are looking to step it up moving forward. They made some pretty nice DBR Ti hardtails back in the 90s along with some Full Suspension XC bikes. Been on MTBs for a long time. Try one out if you get a chance and be sure the suspension is set up correctly to get full effect! Enjoy! Hope this helps. I am considering buying the frame and doing a custom build for my own trail bike.

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Specifications

Product
Diamondback Sortie Black Bike
Model Year
2012
Riding Type
Cross Country
Trail
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
S
M
L
XL
Wheel Size
 
Frame Material
Aluminum
Frame Material Details
Sortie Trail 5" 6061-T6 Weapons Grade Aluminum w/ Taper Head Tube / Hydroformed Top Tube, Butted / Formed Down Tube / Seatstays, Under Arch Seatstay bridge, Knuckle Box Technology, 142x12mm E-Thru Axle Drop out
Rear Travel
 
Rear Shock
Fox Float Adaptive Logic, RP23
Fork
Fox 32 Float RLC FIT Air
Fork Travel
140mm
Head Tube Diameter
 
Headset
FSA No55 Taper 1.5 / 1 1/8" Alloy cups, Sealed Cartridge
Handlebar
Easton EC-70 XC CNT LoRise Carbon 31.8mm
Stem
Easton EA90 31.8mm
Grips
DB4L "Lock on" 135mm Kraton
Brakes
Shimano XTR
Brake Levers
Shimano XTR
Drivetrain
 
Shifters
Shimano XTR
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
ISCG Tabs
 
Chainguide
 
Cranks
Shimano XTR Hollotech Dyna-Sys 10spd Crankset w/ XTR BB, 24/32/42t
Chainrings
 
Bottom Bracket
XTR
Pedals
Shimano XTR clipless
Chain
Shimano HG94 10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG980 XTR 10spd Cassette (11-36t)
Rims
Easton 24h EA90 XC, 26" Clincher - UST
Hubs
Easton 24h EA90 XC
Spokes
Easton SAPIM butted Spokes
Tires
KENDA Slant 6 26x2.1 120tpi folding
Saddle
WTB VIGO TEAM
Seatpost
Easton EC90 CARBON Double bolt clamp 31.6mm
Seatpost Diameter
 
Seatpost Clamp
 
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
 
Max. Tire Size
 
Bottle Cage Mounts
 
Colors
Ano Black
Warranty
 
Weight
N/A
Miscellaneous
Knuckle Box Shock Pump, Sag Gauge, DB Key Chain, Owner’s manual / Sortie owner's manual cover, Chainstay Protector, Clear Coat, H20 bottle mounts
Price
 
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Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free standard shipping on orders of $50 or more (U.S. only).
International shipping available. Free on orders of $150 or more. Some exclusions apply.
Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
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