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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Diamondback Mission 3 and 2011 Diamondback MISSION 3.
- Data limitation
Only 2011 Diamondback MISSION 3 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.27:1Total range476%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 26×2.3.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2009 Diamondback Mission 3
2011 Diamondback Mission 3
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Mission 3
Mission 3
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
Anodized Black
Anodized brown
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
SM (15.5"), MD (17"), LG (19"), XL (21")
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Aluminum
Frame Material
Aluminum w/hydroformed TT & butted DT
6061-T6 aluminum
Fork
Fox Talas RL, 100 - 150mm adjustable travel
Fox 32 Float RL, 150mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23, 6" travel
Fox Float RP23 XV
Drivetrain
Component Group
SRAM Hammerschmidt
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.9 Trigger
SRAM X.9 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Internally Geared Crank
—
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
SRAM X.9
Crankset
TruVativ Hammerschmidt
Truvativ Hammerschmidt AM, 22/36t teeth
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ Hammerschmidt
TruVativ Hammerschmidt
Cassette
SRAM PG-970
SRAM PG-1050
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
10-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-971
SRAM PC-1031
Pedals
DB Sound alloy
DB Sound Alloy w/replaceable pins
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir CR w/185mm rotor brakes, Avid Elixir CR Hydraulic levers
Avid Elixer CR Carbon brakes, Avid Elixer CR Carbon levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Zero Stack
1 1/8" FSA No. 55
Handlebar
Easton Monkey Lite XC
Easton EA70 midrise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA50 31.8
Easton EA70
Saddle
WTB Pure V Sport
WTB Laser V Comp
Seatpost
Easton EA50 two-bolt, 30.9mm diameter
Easton EA70, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Neau Naim alloy disc 15mm, Rear: Neau Naim alloy disc 10mm
Front: Alloy Sealed Bearing, Rear: MX260HD Sealed Bearing
Rims
WTB LaserDisc Trail, 32-hole
WTB Laser Disc Trail, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless
Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.30" WTB Prowler MX
26 x 2.5" WTB Prowler MX
Rear Tire
26 x 2.30" WTB Stout
26 x 2.3" WTB Stout
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.