Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Diamondback Ascent

Velopedia Archive ID 44001

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Diamondback
Model	Ascent
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	44001
Original MSRP	$495.00
Sizes	14, 16, 18, 20, 22

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	True Temper AVR DB chrome-moly
Fork	Diamond Back chrome-moly taper gauge

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Altus A10 Rapidfire Plus
Shifters	Shimano Altus A10 Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Altus A10
Rear derailleur	Shimano Altus A10
Crankset	Shimano Altus A10, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	DID Super Lanner
Pedals	Victor 955A w/clips & straps

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Altus A10 brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Avenir alloy
Stem	Zoom Sport
Saddle	Avenir Gel Comp
Seatpost	Avenir alloy micro-adjust, 350mm

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano alloy
Rims	Araya CV-7, 32-hole
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Avenir Vigor
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	579.1 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	71°
Chainstay / rear center	424.2 mm
Wheelbase	1077 mm
Fork offset / rake	45.7 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 24, 2026.