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1995 Diamondback Approach

Velopedia Archive ID 29014

Overview

Model year1995
BrandDiamondback
ModelApproach
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID29014
Original MSRP$345.35
ColorsMidnight blue, teal
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 17", womens 19"
Weight29.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly main triangle / hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkTange 188-H
Fork materialTange hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus C90
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300
Front derailleurShimano Altus C90, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Altus C90
CranksetShimano Altus C90, 24/32/38 teeth
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG 50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-892N

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus C90 brakes, Chang Star 264A-1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tien Hsin TH-1150
HandlebarHsin Lung
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 31900
SaddleAvenir Comfort Plus
SeatpostKalloy SP-204, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Altus C90
RimsFL-317 alloy, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 41c Avenir Lakeside
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake45.7 mm

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