Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Womens Specific Road Disc, Custom Fully Butted 7005 Series Alloy, Enhanced Performance Geometry, Formed Top Tube, w/ Integrated Headtube and Flat Mount Disc Brake Tab
Suspension Fork
SPF Airformed Alloy, Bladed Legs, 1.5" Alloy Taper Steerer Tube, with Flat Mount Disc Tab
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora RD-R3000, 9 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora FD-R3000, 31.8mm Band Clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora ST-R3000 Dual Control, 2x9 Speed
Cassette
Shimano HG400 Cassette, 9 Speed, 11-32T
Crank
Shimano FC-R3000 Compact, 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Outboard Bearing
Chain
KMC Z99, 9 Speed
Pedals
Alloy Road Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
28h Alloy, Quick Release
Rear Hub
28h Alloy, Quick Release, Cassette
Rims
Diamondback Equation, 28h, Doublewall
Spokes
14g Stainless Steel
Tires
Diamondback Century Folding Bead, 700x28c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Lyra Flat Mount Mechanical Disc, w/ 160mm Front / 140mm Rear Rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora ST-R3000
Cockpit
Stem
HED Tour Stem, +/-7° Rise, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Handlebar
HED Tour Flat Top Drop Bar, 31.8 Bar Bore
Grips
Diamondback Endurance Gel Tape
Headset
FSA No.42, Sealed Cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Diamondback Performance Womens Road
Seatpost
HED Tour, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 580 mm | 586 mm | 583 mm | 593 mm | 598 mm |
| Rake | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm | 47.5 mm |
| Trail | 69 mm | 66 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 58 mm |
| Stack | 531 mm | 542 mm | 565 mm | 589 mm | 608 mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | 373 mm | 372 mm | 374 mm | 379 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 503 mm | 518 mm | 528 mm | 543 mm | 558 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm | 480 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 987 mm | 993 mm | 990 mm | 1000 mm | 1006 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 719 mm | 737 mm | 760 mm | 780 mm | 803 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Arden 2 completes the Diamondback Arden model. Diamondback released 12 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Diamondback Arden bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Diamondback Arden 2 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 950$. Diamondback Arden 4 Carbon 2018 on the other hand costs 1600$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Endurance bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Endurance bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Diamondback Arden 2 price was 950$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Arden 2 price is 146.95% smaller than the average cost of an Endurance bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The Arden 2 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Diamondback Arden 2 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!