Diamondback Mission 1 review
Solid all-mountain frame and shock set-up for future upgrading
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The Mission (previously the Goat) has been available for years in the US and comes in four versions. Unfortunately, Raleigh UK only brings in the cheapest version.
You still get a hydroformed frameset including externally reinforced tapered head tube, ISCG (International Standard Chain Guide) tabs and two-piece welded Knuckle Box Commencal-style rocker linkage. The cockpit is well shaped to match the relaxed geometry.
The long 63mm stroke Fox XV RP23 shock means the 150mm travel back end feels controlled. Open bath damped Fox forks benefit from a tapered steerer tube, but tip stiffness is let down by the QR (quick release) wheel. The double wall rimmed wheels contribute over 12lb to its 33lb weight.
Suspension is steady under power, but climbing and acceleration are made harder by the flexy Power Spline axle on the Truvativ double and bash chainring. White cables and spokes can’t disguise lows such as X5 shifters and powerful but blunt Hayes brakes.
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Product Specifications
Product
| Name | Mission 1 (11) |
| Brand | Diamondback Bikes |
| Available Sizes | 17" 19" 21" |
| Seat Angle | 72 |
| Front Wheel | MX260D Doublewall disc rim on MX260H hub |
| Tyres | WTB Prowler MX 2.5in front, Stout 2.3in rear |
| Wheelbase (in) | 43.7 |
| Top Tube (in) | 23 |
| Standover Height (in) | 29.5 |
| Seat Tube (in) | 17 |
| Chainstays (in) | 17.3 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (in) | 13.7 |
| Weight (lb) | 33.13 |
| Weight (kg) | 15.03 |
| Stem | Easton EA30, 90mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X5, 9spd |
| Seatpost | Easton EA30, double-bolt clamp |
| Saddle | WTB Laser V Comp |
| Bottom Bracket | Truvativ Power Spline sealed cartridge |
| Rear Shock | Fox Float RP23 XV, 150mm |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X7 9spd (R), Shim Deore (F) |
| Headset Type | FSA No55 taper |
| Head Angle | 68 |
| Handlebar | DB SL318b riser, 680mm |
| Grips/Tape | DB Mission, 130mm D2 Kraton |
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X7 9spd (R), Shim Deore (F) |
| Frame Material | 'Weapons grade' aluminium |
| Fork | Fox 32 Float RL TPR, 150mm |
| Cranks | Truvativ Blaze, 36/24T double and bash |
| Chain | KMC-Z99 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-950 11-34, 9spd |
| Brakes | Hayes Stroker Ryde hydraulic V8in (F), V7in (R) rotors |
| Rear Wheel | MX260D Doublewall disc rim on MX260H hub |
