VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1995 Diamondback Ascent EX

Velopedia Archive ID 32184

Overview

Model year1995
BrandDiamondback
ModelAscent EX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID32184
Original MSRP$620.00
ColorsBlue,magenta
Sizes14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTrue Temper AVR
ForkSpinner
Fork materialChromoly, forged dropouts, unicrown crown

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetSugino Impel 350, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC HP-70S, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-946

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Tioga Alchemy
HandlebarKalloy AL002
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 42
SaddleAvenir
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsBontrager BCX-3, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Dart, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Smoke
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube563.9 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

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