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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2004 Diamondback Carolina and 2003 Diamondback Carolina.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
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
2004 Diamondback Carolina
2003 Diamondback Carolina
Overview
Model Year
2004
2003
Brand
Diamondback
Diamondback
Model
Carolina
Carolina
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$460.00
$439.99
Colors
Gloss Silver/Lilac
Crystal Blue/Black, Amethyst/Black
Sizes
13", 15", 17"
13", 15", 17", 19"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Womens Specific Vectra 6061 aluminum
6061 T6 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
Fork
Rock Shox Judy TT, 100mm
Rock Shox Judy TT, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Shimano Deore
Shifters
Shimano Deore RapidFire
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Shimano Deore, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Shimano FC-MC20, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano FC-M440, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Sealed cartridge, 111mm spindle
BB Shell Width
68mm English
68mm English
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
SRAM PC-49, 1/2 X 3/32"
SRAM PC-49, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals
Atb
Resin body/aluminum cage w/clips & straps
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro linear-pull levers
Tektro linear-pull brakes, Tektro linear-pull levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated OS Zero Stack
1 1/8" integrated Tien Hsin No.10 ZST
Handlebar
ATB Aluminum 30mm rise
Aluminum, 1" rise
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Aluminum Ahead type
Aluminum Ahead type
Saddle
WTB Speed She
Avenir ATB SS
Seatpost
Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Aluminum
Aluminum
Rims
Alex DM-18, 32-hole
Weinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.