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1996 Diamondback Approach

Velopedia Archive ID 53606

Overview

Model year1996
BrandDiamondback
ModelApproach
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID53606
Original MSRP$349.00
ColorsBerry, coffee, spy green
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 17", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkTange
Fork materialTange chromoly, semi-sloping crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetSR CW-CH15, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPBC-50P
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-923

Brakes

BrakesChang Star 877AT brakes, Lee Chi 264A-1 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarHsin Lung B-801 S
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 31900
SaddleAvenir Comfort Plus Gel
SeatpostLee Chi SP-204 alloy, 25.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsFL-317 alloy, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 41c Cheng Shin C-1103
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube576.6 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.