Diamondback Clarity 1 Women's Performance Hybrid Bike (700c Wheels) | 
| Brand: DiamondBack
Category: Sports
Buy New: $399.99
as of 9/6/2010 12:16 CDT details
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Rating:  12 reviews
Color: White
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| Features:
| • | Women's performance hybrid ideal for commuting or getting in shape | | • | Combines the comfort of hybrid bike with performance of road bike | | • | Heat-treated aluminum frame and integrated aero straight-blade fork | | • | Shimano 7-speed shifters; DB women's-specific Devine performance hybrid saddle | | • | Kenda Kwick Trax 700 x 32c tires; comes in 13-, 15-, 17-, and 19-inch sizes |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Combining the comfort of a hybrid with the performance of a road bike, the Diamondback Clarity 1 women's performance hybrid bike is a terrific choice for commuting or getting in shape. The Clarity 1 is equipped with a heat-treated aluminum frame and an integrated aluminum aero straight-blade fork, giving this bike a platform that rides as fast as it looks. The bike's Shimano shifters and derailleurs, meanwhile, allow you to snap through the gears while you sail through the city. Add in a set of double-wall rims and you have a bike that delivers incredible performance at a practical price. Specifications: - Sizes: Extra-small (13 inches), small (15 inches), medium (17 inches), and large (19 inches)
- Frame: Clarity 6061-T6 butted aluminum performance hybrid with formed/hooded top tube, integrated head tube, DB snake stays, replaceable derailleur hanger, and water bottle mounts
- Fork: Clarity integrated Aero Alloy straight blade
- Cranks: Suntour XCT-V2 with chain guard, 28/38/48t
The Clarity 1 combines the best features of hybrids and road bikes. | - Bottom bracket: Sealed cartridge
- Front derailleur: Microshift M22
- Rear derailleur: Shimano Altus
- Shifter: Shimano EF-50 7-speed
- Brake levers: Shimano EF-50
- Brakes: Alloy linear
- Gear: Shimano HG30, 7-speed cassette (11-28t)
- Rims: 32H Weinmann ZAC-19, double wall
- Tires: Kenda Kwick Trax 700 x 32c
- Pedals: DB toe-clip-compatible platform
- Handlebar: DB 31.8mm low-rise alloy
- Stem: DB 3D forged 7A, 31.8mm
- Seatpost: Alloy micro adjust, 27.2mm
- Seat: DB women's-specific Devine performance hybrid with gel
- Headset: Integrated "Cane Creek" size drop-in ACB, 1-1/8 inches
- Colors: Quartz white metallic
- Chain: Integrated "Cane Creek" size drop-in ACB, 1-1/8 inches
- Hubset: 32H alloy QR (front), 32H alloy QR cassette (rear)
- Spokes: Black 14g stainless steel
- Grips: Devine Ergo 3D comfort
- Extras: Chainstay protector, water bottle mounts, clear coat
Manufacturer's Warranty
Lifetime on the frame, 5 years on the fork, 1 year on components, 1 year on labor for the frame, 30 days on labor for parts | Clarity 1 Bike Geometry | | Size | Extra small | Small | Medium | Large | | Seat tube length | 13 inches | 15 inches | 17 inches | 19 inches | | Standover height | 26.5 inches | 28 inches | 29 inches | 30.5 inches | | Top tube length | 21 inches | 21.5 inches | 22 inches | 22.6 inches | | Head tube length | 130mm | 130mm | 140mm | 150mm | | Head angle | 70 degrees | 70 degrees | 71 degrees | 71 degrees | | Seat angle | 75 degrees | 74 degrees | 73 degrees | 73 degrees | | Wheel base | 1,044mm | 1,045mm | 1,052mm | 1,052mm | | Chainstay length | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | | Fork offset | 48mm | 48mm | 48mm | 48mm | | BB height | 295mm | 295mm | 295mm | 295mm | | Stem length | 80mm | 80mm | 90mm | 90mm | | Handlebar width | 600mm | 600mm | 600mm | 600mm | | Crank length | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm | | Seat post length | 300mm | 300mm | 300mm | 300mm |
Product Description
The Clarity 1 provides incredible performance at a very practical price. Its aluminum frame and integrated aluminum aero straight blade fork give this bike a platform that rides as fast as it looks. Shimano shifters and derailleurs allow you to snap through the gears while you sail through the city. Combine those features with a set of double wall rims and what you get is the vehicle of choice for any woman looking for a great-performing fitness bike.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 DIAMONDBACK BIKE December 27, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bike is a great value and we are pleased with the very fast delivery. Two points worth considering however - 1. the tires have Presta Valves and they should enclose the adapter that is needed to inflate them. 2.They should enclose an assembly manual. If someone has never worked on a bike, good luck. All in all I am very pleased.
Beautiful bike with a reasonable price January 30, 2010
D. Lee (Greenville, SC USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This was the first time to buy a bike from online store.
So, I have to figure out how to assemble the bike out of the box.
But after watching a youtube video, it was not that hard and it basically helped me tune my Cannondale bike that I bought almost 10 years ago.
Compared to my Cannondale F300, the entry level MTB, the Clarity components are a bit lower end.
Gear shifting is not as smooth as F300 but it is fine enough.
I spent a lot of time to tune shifting and it is still not 100% satisfactory.
And the wheel is disappointing since it is very slightly out of rotating plane which could possible rub the brake pad.(Thankfully, I was able to adjust the pad so not to rub each other)
Overall, the bike is very beautiful. The decal is sophisticated and the frame looks sturdy.
I like the handle grip. Its contour is so nice to put my hands on.
The seat is not a gel type but comfortable.
I have to give 5 stars even with not so satisfying things because the price is so right when on sale.
Love this bike! June 18, 2010
For the price, this is really a great bike. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing but also very comfortable. The hand grips fit my hands very well and the seat is comfortable. I thought for sure I would have to replace the seat but I have been pleasantly surprised at how comfortable it is. I am not an avid biker and bought this bike for pleasure/exercise purposes. I am very happy with it. I do have trouble with the tires keeping air and they are also somewhat difficult to put air into (this could be user error...) but that would be my only complaint. It is a very comfortable ride on the sidewalks/pavement.
Awesome bike July 9, 2010
I thought I'll get a bike for fun since it was my 3rd year in college. This is my first road bike and I haven't rode a bicycle since elementary school on a department store mountain bike. Even though the bike does not come with building instructions (I'm guessing because they don't want everyone to just throw it together carelessly and then just ride it), its more than easy enough to search online for them. I recommend to not rush it and take your time if you are new to building bikes, it's nothing like putting together furniture. All the parts might be in the right place but there are seemingly small things to take note of (such as adjusting the derailer, brakes, etc). You can take the giant box it comes in to a shop to build, but if you have lots of patience, learning everything about the bike really brings up your attachment to your bike. It rides smooth, fast, the handlebars are comfortable, and I really like the shifting levers (since this type is new to me, it's pretty fun too).
I keep a chain lock locked onto the bike at all times and if I am planning on more than a quick 10 minute stop I bring my U lock and maybe even an extra cable.
Although I am male, I did a bit of purely aesthetic customizing and I ride this bike proudly despite this being a women's bike. No one complains, and I get a great white/black design that I was unable to find anywhere else. Totally happy with this purchase.
For me, it was definitely more worthwhile buying a bike outside of those crappy department store types, getting it cheap, and all bundled together with the experience of learning and building.
Overall I really like this bike and think most people will too.
Good bike. Bad Wheels November 27, 2009
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Good bike, but the wheels are total junk. (what do you want for $400?) One 5-minute ride down the street and back and both wheels were so out of true that they were rubbing the brake pads. Another $50 invested in the wheels would do wonders for this package.
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