2022 Diamondback Release 29 3

Dominate those trails day in and day out.

The Release 29 3 is an all-terrain allrounder made for eager climbing and jaw-dropping descents. It has the same playful attitude as other Diamondbacks, with a 130mm travel Level Link suspension and 29" wheels. You get crisp shifts with the Shimano XT drivetrain and Shimano XT cranks.

Check out the table below for the full specs and details on components.

Also check out our bike guides to the Release 29" 1, Release 29" 2, and the 27.5" Release 5c.

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2022 Diamondback Release 29 3 in Mint Gloss

Specifications Specifications

FRAME	Release 29, 130mm Travel, Level Link Suspension Platform, Hydroformed Tubing, ISCG-05 Tabs, Boost 148x12mm Maxle Drop Out, 1.5" Tapered Headtube
REAR SHOCK	Fox Performance Float DPX2, 3 Position Lever, LV EVOL, 200x57mm, 22.2mm Eyelet Width
FORK	Fox 34 Performance Float, 29", 140mm Travel, Grip 3 Position Dampener, Rebound Adjust, 1.5" Tapered Steerer, 110x15mm Thru-axle
HEADSET	FSA No. 57 Sealed Cartridge
CRANKS	Shimano XT M8100, 32T
BOTTOM BRACKET	Shimano BB-52
REAR DERAILLEUR	Shimano XT M8100 Shadow Plus, 12 Speed SGS
SHIFTER	Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed
COGSET	Shimano XT M8100 Cassette, 12 Speed, 10-51T
CHAIN	Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed
FRONT HUB	32h Aluminum Boost 110x15mm Thru-axle, Sealed Cartridge Bearing
REAR HUB	32h Aluminum Boost 148x12mm Thru-axle, 5 Sealed Cartridge Bearing, Cassette
SPOKES	2.0/1.8/2.0 Double Butted Stainless Steel
RIMS	Diamondback Blanchard 28R, Tubeless Comaptible, 32h
TIRES	Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.3" EXO, TLR, Folding / Maxxis Minion DHR 29x2.3" EXO, TLR, Folding
BRAKE LEVERS	Shimano XT M8100
PEDALS	DB CNC Platform, Sealed Cartidge Bearing w/ Replaceable Pins
HANDLEBAR	DB35 Aluminum 760mm Wide, 15mm Rise, 35mm Bar Bore
GRIPS	Ergon GE10 Evo Lock-On
STEM	DB35 Aluminum 35mm Reach, 35mm Bar Bore
SEAT	WTB Koda Race
SEATPOST	KS LEV Integra, Internal Dropper, 31.6mm w/Southpaw Remote
EXTRAS	Tool Kit, DB Shock Pump, DB Mud Guard, Spare RD Hanger, Carbon Paste
BRAKES	Shimano XT M8100, w/180mm Front /180mm Rear, RT800 Rotors

Highlighted Features of the 2022 Diamondback Release 29 3

Accommodating Sizes

This bike comes in small, medium, large, and extra-large. Something for every height range.

6061 T-6 Aluminum Frame

Very durable and stable for a wide range of riders. Also resistant to rust. And backed by a lifetime warranty.

Shimano XT 12-Speed Drivetrain

An incredibly wide range of gears for shifting on any terrain. And the best performance on steep climbs.

Adjustable Seatpost

Drop it out of the way when you're climbing or shredding the streets. Or when your hitting obstacles.

Flat Handlebars

A better position for driving down on the pedals or standing and sprinting. Also more control at high speeds and great balance at low speeds.

29" Wheels

Roll over obstacles, push through rough terrain, and get maximum speed with big wheels. Room for 2.3" tires.

Geometry Details by Size Geometry Details by Size

FRAME SIZE	SM/15.5 5'4"-5'7"	MD/17 5'7"-5'10"	LG/19 5'10"-6'2"	XL/21 6'2"-6'6"
Rider Height	-	-	-	-
Bike Stand Over Height	775.0 mm	784.0 mm	791.0 mm	804.0 mm
Bike Seat Tube Length	394.0 mm	432.0 mm	483.0 mm	533.0 mm
Bike Top Tube Length	585.0 mm	610.0 mm	635.0 mm	660.0 mm
Bike Head Tube Length	100.0 mm	100.0 mm	110.0 mm	120.0 mm
Bike Head Angle	67.7 °	67.7 °	67.7 °	67.7 °
Bike Seat Angle	73.0 °	73.0 °	73.0 °	73.0 °
Bike Wheel Base	1134.0 mm	1159.0 mm	1185.0 mm	1211.0 mm
Bike Chain Stay Length	446.0 mm	446.0 mm	446.0 mm	446.0 mm
Bike Bb Height	348.0 mm	348.0 mm	348.0 mm	348.0 mm
Bike Bb Drop	25.0 mm	25.0 mm	25.0 mm	25.0 mm
Bike Stem Length	40.0 mm	40.0 mm	40.0 mm	40.0 mm
Bike Handlebar Width	780.0 mm	780.0 mm	780.0 mm	780.0 mm
Bike Crank Length	170.0 mm	175.0 mm	175.0 mm	175.0 mm
Bike Seat Post Length	435.0 mm	435.0 mm	485.0 mm	485.0 mm
Bike Stack	599.0 mm	599.0 mm	608.0 mm	617.0 mm
Bike Reach	402.0 mm	427.0 mm	449.0 mm	472.0 mm
Bike Fork Travel	140.0 mm	140.0 mm	140.0 mm	140.0 mm