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Diamondback Mountain Bikes: 27.5" Adult Axis XE or Women's Lux XE

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Dick's Sporting Goods has Diamondback 27.5" Adult Axis XE Mountain Bike (Model 02-15-9280 - pictured) or Diamondback Women's Lux XE Mountain Bike (Model 02-16-9060) on sale for $299.98. Shipping is free. Thanks Shogelash


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  • The Diamondback 27.5" Adult Axis XE Mountain Bike is highly rated at Dick's Sporting Goods with 4.5 out of 5 stars based on over 150 reviews. This bike comes in the following frame sizes: 16", 18", 20", 22".
  • The Diamondback Women's Lux XE Mountain Bike is also well rated with 4.4 out of 5 stars although there are only 7 reviews thus far. This bike comes in the following frame sizes: 15" and 17". -qwikwit

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Dick's Sporting Goods has Diamondback 27.5" Adult Axis XE Mountain Bike (Model 02-15-9280 - pictured) or Diamondback Women's Lux XE Mountain Bike (Model 02-16-9060) on sale for $299.98. Shipping is free. Thanks Shogelash


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Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • The Diamondback 27.5" Adult Axis XE Mountain Bike is highly rated at Dick's Sporting Goods with 4.5 out of 5 stars based on over 150 reviews. This bike comes in the following frame sizes: 16", 18", 20", 22".
  • The Diamondback Women's Lux XE Mountain Bike is also well rated with 4.4 out of 5 stars although there are only 7 reviews thus far. This bike comes in the following frame sizes: 15" and 17". -qwikwit

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MacDude
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The 2015 Diamondback Axis Sport is a cross-country mountain bike, whereas the 2015 Diamondback Overdrive Sport is a lifestyle mountain bike.

Cross-country bikes are designed to be lighter and more agile than other mountain bikes in order to handle a mix of climbing and descending over moderately technical terrain. They typically have 80-120 mm of front and/or rear travel.

Lifestyle mountain bikes are a type of hybrid bike, designed to combine the everyday functionality of a road bike and the off-road capabilities of a mountain bike. They are great entry level or "around the town" bikes. For more info: http://mountain-bikes.gearsuite.c...rive-Sport

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Apr 18, 2016 02:55 AM
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CaliforniaNavelApr 18, 2016 02:55 AM
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Quote from Masta Z :
The model is 02-16-2140.... Is the 16 the model year in the model #?

Thanks for the help!
Probably yeah. Here's the Axis: 02-15-9280 So yeah last years.

Enjoy whatever you end up buying!!
Apr 18, 2016 02:55 AM
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zenanaavarre6915Apr 18, 2016 02:55 AM
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Good Bike ! thanks poster !
Apr 18, 2016 02:57 AM
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CaliforniaNavelApr 18, 2016 02:57 AM
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Quote from Kevin8945 :
How are these bikes sized? I am 5'11 and have a 30 inch inseam which places me pretty much in between medium and large. I have a lunch to roll with the large size. Also be aware that these bikes come boxed and you need to bring them into Dicks to be assembled, meaning your car must have some sort of hitch or another method to carry a bike
I agree with the comment that said get the Large. That shorter inseam can be compensated for by seat height. The M will be tight overall since you carry more length in your arms/torso.
Apr 18, 2016 03:00 AM
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ZodiacApr 18, 2016 03:00 AM
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That site tells me I need a 19" frame... I'm 6'4" and my leg length is 32.

Does that sound right?
Apr 18, 2016 03:02 AM
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LandoCalrissianApr 18, 2016 03:02 AM
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Might want to hit up Sports Authority and Sports Chalet. Sports Authority has some stores going out of business with deep discounts. Sports Chalet is going out of business, but discounts aren't really where they need to be quite yet. I'd give it a week with Sports Chalet.
Apr 18, 2016 03:04 AM
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BedtimezzzApr 18, 2016 03:04 AM
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Quote from riverrock423 :
made in china, per the website. might as well buy a $150 dollar bike from walmart and get their 2 year unconditional warranty for $15. same quality, half the cost and walmart has to replace and install broken parts.
Such ignorance...
Apr 18, 2016 03:07 AM
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BedtimezzzApr 18, 2016 03:07 AM
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Quote from CaliforniaNavel :
idiotic comment. absolutely false.



This is a $500 bike dumbass. It's on sale, thus FP.
Couldn't have said it better

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Apr 18, 2016 03:08 AM
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CaliforniaNavelApr 18, 2016 03:08 AM
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Quote from Zodiac :
That site tells me I need a 19" frame... I'm 6'4" and my leg length is 32.

Does that sound right?
Hell no. You should be 21-23". Try the fit calc here; essentially the same bike (certainly same goemetry):

http://www.diamondback.com/bikes-...-overdrive
Apr 18, 2016 03:10 AM
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maxedisonApr 18, 2016 03:10 AM
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This is my first mountain bike. I didn't want to spend a lot for first bike. Value is great for the money. I love the bike. Have taken 2 spills and bike is still perfect.
Apr 18, 2016 03:12 AM
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codenametorchApr 18, 2016 03:12 AM
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To answer like a dozen questions on this thread. This and most bikes with tires measured in inches are suitable for general use but not long, fast rides. The larger the tire the more resistance which makes this bike better for grip but more effortful to ride. Do not buy this bike for a race, do not buy this bike for long, on road rides. Both the geometry and components are not designed for that use. Do buy this bike for shorter on and off road rides. It will pull a trailer and carry a light load.

The components on this bike are solid. Shifters, derailleurs, brakes, and fork are what you would expect on a bike store bike. Where they get you is inferior bearings in the headset, bottom bracket, and hubs. These are designed deficiencies to keep costs down and make you want to upgrade later. Add about $50 for a new headset and BB and see the difference. When you have some cash, replace the wheels and add hydrolic brakes and you've got a nice little bike that will keep up with the $1000 bikes.

Rules of thumb on sizing. For an average rider with the following inseams you should look for a 27.5 MTB in the following frame sizes:

15" - 27" inseam and below
17" - 28-29" inseam
19" - 30-31" inseam
21" - 32-33" inseam

This is your bike inseam which is flat-footed, floor to crotch bone. Longer arms needs a larger bike and vise versa. Longer torso needs a larger bike and vice versa. Men have longer torsos and arms than women in general so women's bikes have shorter top tube/reach length. Women buying a man's bike should choose a size smaller men's bike unless they have longer torsos and/or arms.

Finally, this is a real bike. Do not expect to let it sit and have everything be gravy in 6mo. You need to keep up with maintance (lube, tune, inflate) at least monthly or you'll be in for a nice big bill to repair it. $50 for a set of tires, $25 for a chain, $100 for a drive train, $35 for a tune. This is not a bike to throw away when you get some rust, or if the tires go flat. Keep it and love it. Buy a floor pump and a bottle of lube. Wear your helmet. Wash your bike and put it away clean and freshly lubed.
Apr 18, 2016 03:17 AM
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Masta ZApr 18, 2016 03:17 AM
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6' 220lbs is a 20" okay? I want to order but not sure what to do if it's the wrong size? Will dicks exchange no problem?
Apr 18, 2016 03:20 AM
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riverrock423Apr 18, 2016 03:20 AM
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Quote from codenametorch :
To answer like a dozen questions on this thread. This and most bikes with tires measured in inches are suitable for general use but not long, fast rides. The larger the tire the more resistance which makes this bike better for grip but more effortful to ride. Do not buy this bike for a race, do not buy this bike for long, on road rides. Both the geometry and components are not designed for that use. Do buy this bike for shorter on and off road rides. It will pull a trailer and carry a light load.

The components on this bike are solid. Shifters, derailleurs, brakes, and fork are what you would expect on a bike store bike. Where they get you is inferior bearings in the headset, bottom bracket, and hubs. These are designed deficiencies to keep costs down and make you want to upgrade later. Add about $50 for a new headset and BB and see the difference. When you have some cash, replace the wheels and add hydrolic brakes and you've got a nice little bike that will keep up with the $1000 bikes.

Rules of thumb on sizing. For an average rider with the following inseams you should look for a 27.5 MTB in the following frame sizes:

15" - 27" inseam and below
17" - 28-29" inseam
19" - 30-31" inseam
21" - 32-33" inseam

This is your bike inseam which is flat-footed, floor to crotch bone. Longer arms needs a larger bike and vise versa. Longer torso needs a larger bike and vice versa. Men have longer torsos and arms than women in general so women's bikes have shorter top tube/reach length. Women buying a man's bike should choose a size smaller men's bike unless they have longer torsos and/or arms.

Finally, this is a real bike. Do not expect to let it sit and have everything be gravy in 6mo. You need to keep up with maintance (lube, tune, inflate) at least monthly or you'll be in for a nice big bill to repair it. $50 for a set of tires, $25 for a chain, $100 for a drive train, $35 for a tune. This is not a bike to throw away when you get some rust, or if the tires go flat. Keep it and love it. Buy a floor pump and a bottle of lube. Wear your helmet. Wash your bike and put it away clean and freshly lubed.
or buy a used japanese car for the same price range and laugh at the bike fools who think its worth it to spend your cash on Super Pedal Power
Apr 18, 2016 03:22 AM
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CaliforniaNavelApr 18, 2016 03:22 AM
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Quote from Masta Z :
6' 220lbs is a 20" okay? I want to order but not sure what to do if it's the wrong size? Will dicks exchange no problem?
Should be good. Check here: http://www.diamondback.com/bikes-...-overdrive

18" will be too small and 22+ too big.
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chunky649Apr 18, 2016 03:24 AM
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Quote from msmetak :
For somebody that is going to use a bike for the sole purpose to attach a kids cart and ride mostly paved trails, is it worth spending $300? You can find them fairly cheap in department stores and I'm not sure if it would matter on the paved paths?
Assuming you live in a relatively populated area, check craigs list for a good condition bike that fit you. Should be able to get a no-frills bike for $50-100 if you are not particular about color or brand. Even if you don't know anything about bikes, just make sure there isn't a lot of rust on moving parts and the drivetrain (wheels, gears, chain) spins smoothly. If you live in a big city, look for a local police auction (where all the recovered bikes get sold off). The problem is, you need to know what you are looking at, since you probably can't test/inspect the bikes...

Quote from 0fftheGrid :
I don't know anything about bikes. I haven't had one since I lent mine to a friend in high school and never got it back. I'm 5'11" will I be able to commute on this comfortably? It's about 8 miles to my job.
If you haven't written a bike for many years, you may be quite miserable depending on your age, flexibility, and conditioning. Keep in mind that your 8 mile commute may take 30 minutes (relatively brisk) to an hour (leisurely).

Quote from Mark.xu :
Does the Mountain Bikes Have Bikes Tail Light?
Who cares. Get some flashing/blinking light from ebay for $1 shipped.
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Apr 18, 2016 03:26 AM
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Glee217Apr 18, 2016 03:26 AM
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Quote from riznick :
Might want to hit up Sports Authority and Sports Chalet. Sports Authority has some stores going out of business with deep discounts. Sports Chalet is going out of business, but discounts aren't really where they need to be quite yet. I'd give it a week with Sports Chalet.
It says on the 16th it will stop selling all merchandises online on that date:

On April 16th, 2016 Sport Chalet began the process of closing all of our stores and stopped selling merchandise online.

But all stores will still sell?

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