Diamondback Overdrive 29 3 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox Judy Silver TK
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Groupset SX Eagle
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Overdrive 29" Butted 6061-T6 Aluminum Formed Top / Down Tube, Machined Headtube, Forged Dropouts w/ Replaceable Hanger, Quick Release
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Judy Silver TK SOLO AIR Spring, Turn Key Lockout, 29" 100mm Travel, Boost 12x110 Stealth Thru Axle, Aluminum Steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle 12 speed
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle 12 Speed
Cassette
SRAM 1210 PowerGlide Eagle 11-50t 12 speed
Crank
SRAM SX EAGLE w / X-sync 32 Tooth Chainring
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Powerspline
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle 12 speed
Pedals
DB4L Aluminum Platform w/ Replaceable Pins
Wheels
Front Hub
32H Aluminum 15mm Thru Axle Disc
Rear Hub
32H Aluminum Cassette, 141mm Boost Quick Release, Disc
Rims
DB DP-25 Double Wall Alloy Rim, 32H
Spokes
14g Steel
Tires
VEE Rubber Mission 29x2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Radius BH-960 Hydraulic Disc w/ 180mm Front / 160mm Rear Rotors
Brake Levers
Radius Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
DB 3D Forged, 7° Rise, 31.8 Bar Bore
Handlebar
Diamondback, 740mm Wide, 15mm Rise, 31.8 Bar Bore
Grips
DB "Flanged" Lock-on, 135mm Silcone
Headset
FSA IS 3E / No.11 integrated headset
Seat
Saddle
DB Race M-series Saddle
Seatpost
DB Aluminum Micro Adjust, 30.9mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.506 mm | 1.443 mm | 1.414 mm | 1.401 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm |
| Front Center | 633 mm | 662 mm | 683 mm | 702 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 79 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 609 mm | 622 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 397 mm | 422 mm | 440 mm | 454 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 609 mm | 630 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1075 mm | 1104 mm | 1125 mm | 1144 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 768 mm | 782 mm | 811 mm | 831 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Overdrive 29 3 belongs to the Diamondback Overdrive model. Diamondback launched 37 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Diamondback Overdrive bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Diamondback Overdrive 29 1 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 730$. Diamondback Overdrive 29 3 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 1400$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1400$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Overdrive 29 3 price is 36.07% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Overdrive 29 3 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, 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
When leaving the production line, the Overdrive 29 3 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Diamondback Overdrive 29 3 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Diamondback Overdrive 29 3 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
