Diamondback Bicycles Trace ST Dual Sport Bike, Silver, 22″/X-Large
The Diamondback Trace ST is a bike that is designed to take you to the end of the road and then keep going. The high quality aluminum frame packs all the strength and durability you need to set out on worry free ride after ride. The frame is designed to keep the rider in an upright riding position for less strain on the neck and lower back. Dual sport tires come on the Insight ST which deliver fast rolling traction whether you’re out traversing the local regional trail or sticking to the streets and sidewalks.
Product Features
- High quality aluminum frame with forged dropouts is strong and durable for bumpy roads and potholes in your way
- Shimano 3×7 shifters give you 21 speeds to choose from
- Dual sport 700c tires are the same diameter as road tires that keep you rolling fast on pavement, but have enough width and traction for trail use
- Alloy linear v-brakes make stopping a breeze
- Front Derailleur Shimano TZ30, Top Swing, Dual Pull, 31.8mm Band Clamp and Rear Derailleur Shimano Tourney TX35, 7 Speed
It’s a great bike once you get it set up, but set up is a big problem. Product is very nice. Pleased with the appearance despite some poorly finished welding work on the frame. But I didn’t buy a terribly expensive bike, so I’m not too disappointed about them saving blending time to keep the cost down. Biggest issue is that the rear tire will not inflate. The tube is torn and I can hear it fluttering when trying to pump. Very frustrating as it is the last step before being able to ride it. We’ll see how the seller handles it.Update: Seller 365…
Five Stars I’ve put about 100 miles on it in the last 2 weeks. The ride is great on both pavement and trails. The problems exist solely in setup.First, I am 5’4″ and I bought the size that was ideal for me, according to the manufacturer. When I got it and put it together, I had the seat at its lowest setting and my toes could barely touch the ground. I had to take a hacksaw to the seat tube to make it work.Next, the front brakes were perfect on arrival, but the the rear…