2012 Diamondback Assault

I picked up the new 2012 Diamondback Assault frame before heading out on a little trip to Windells. Nothing like building up a new bike then breaking it in proper on the road. The new graphics look awesome and DB is sticking with the Air Diamondback theme. There are also a few updates to the frame this year aside from color.

There are a few key things changed that make this Assault beat its predecessor The head tube is now a tapered 1-1/8″ to 1.5″. The new head tube with the larger steer has stiffened up the front end by a considerable amount. There is also a new top tube and down tube giving the bike a cleaner look. The new top tube also allows for more clearance while doing tables. The Assault is looking and riding better than ever!

Bike Check:

Frame-DB Assault

Fork-Fox 831 Tapered Steer

Stem-Vanderham 50mm

Bar-Vanderham 740mm width and 20mm rise

Grips-Vanderham White

Brakes-XTR Trail

Rotors-XTR Ice Tech 140mm

Wheels-XT Wheels

Tires-Schwalbe Table Top 2.25 Folding

Cranks-XT 165mm

Chain-KMC Half Link

Pedals-DX with short pins

Seat-Vanderham