The Diamondback Scree 1.0 is ideal for starting out in the rugged world of mountain biking. Its tough alloy frame is lightweight and manageable but will easily handle the abuse the trails can give.
Alloy Butted Hydrofomed frame tubing for a lighter, more responsive and durable bike
Shimano 21-speed derailleurs for smooth gear shifting
Suntour M3030 Suspension Forks
Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes for a powerful and controlled braking action
Double walled 27.5” rims are lightweight yet stiff, to deliver precise steering
Also they have left out the cassette information from the spec for the simple reason you can see it's a basic shimano 7 speed freewheel so the rear wheel isn't going to be that strong and this isn't really a viable entry level mountain bike. You may find similar bikes at Halfords and Decathlon that might feature better components for only a little bit more. I'd personally put this bike at good value at between £150-180 but its pretty much full price for the spec at £229. It does look the part but in the detail there are quite a few failings.
Better drivetrain and a much stronger cassette based rear wheel. Apart from that pretty much the same I guess.
Check out Zeek as sometimes you can get Decathlon gift cards cheap from there which can help bring down the price of Decathlon bikes.
All comments (24)
rich_jtg
27 Apr 171#1
Hot. I miss my old DB Topanga that some scrote stole.
Wodja
27 Apr 17#2
Good bike for the money, brakes are terrible though.
bonzobanana
27 Apr 178#3
Also they have left out the cassette information from the spec for the simple reason you can see it's a basic shimano 7 speed freewheel so the rear wheel isn't going to be that strong and this isn't really a viable entry level mountain bike. You may find similar bikes at Halfords and Decathlon that might feature better components for only a little bit more. I'd personally put this bike at good value at between £150-180 but its pretty much full price for the spec at £229. It does look the part but in the detail there are quite a few failings.
Better drivetrain and a much stronger cassette based rear wheel. Apart from that pretty much the same I guess.
Check out Zeek as sometimes you can get Decathlon gift cards cheap from there which can help bring down the price of Decathlon bikes.
Pricy147
27 Apr 17#4
Just reserved but forgot to apply the voucher - will have to ask in store - not paid yet.
Had a diamond back as a kid, and was the best bike I ever owned until some rag stole it.
Bought this for the Mrs's - be perfect for her, and can finally use my Cube
scott_cam
28 Apr 17#5
What are you on about? You can't base the strength of wheel on which cassette it has on it.
7777777
28 Apr 172#6
worth the money but the rrp is too high.this is a basic bike with the cheapest shimano gear and useless brakes . the price is about right, certainly not a bargain level but decent deal.hot
EllEzDee
28 Apr 171#7
Perfect, thanks. I've been searching a lot and finding a few of these that look like really good deals. I saved a few i liked and passed them on to a bike junkie who just told me to go second hand instead...
Seems like for under £300, unless it's a really ridiculous offer (i saw a Calibre Two Two at £250 which seemed too good to be true), you're just gonna end up with something that's had too many corners cut to make it look the part.
basergorkobal
28 Apr 171#8
Yes it is cheap. But it also is crap.
There is no point in cheap mountain bikes. They are too heavy and too fragile for actual trial riding. And they make no sense as a general purpose bike.
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Alloy Butted Hydrofomed frame tubing for a lighter, more responsive and durable bike
Shimano 21-speed derailleurs for smooth gear shifting
Suntour M3030 Suspension Forks
Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes for a powerful and controlled braking action
Double walled 27.5” rims are lightweight yet stiff, to deliver precise steering
Wheel Size:\x0927.5"
Frame:\x09Alloy Butted Hydrofomed Tubing, Integrated Headset, Forged Dropouts
Gear Shifters:Shimano EF-51 Easyfire, 21 speed
Front Derailleur:\x09Shimano TX-50 Tourney
Rear Derailleur:\x09Shimano TX-35 Tourney
Chainrings:\x09KMC
Brakes - Type:\x09Mechanical Disc
Brakes - Details:\x09Tektro Mechanical Disc Brake
Head Set:\x091-1/8" Semi-Integrated Threadless
Bottom Bracket:\x09Semi Sealed Cartridge 122mm
Gender:\x09Mens
Voucher code: save2017
Top comments
This is a much better bike for only £11 more.
https://www.btwin.com/en/mountain-bikes/sport-mountain-bikes/19510-rockrider-520-275-mountain-bike-black.html
Better drivetrain and a much stronger cassette based rear wheel. Apart from that pretty much the same I guess.
Check out Zeek as sometimes you can get Decathlon gift cards cheap from there which can help bring down the price of Decathlon bikes.
All comments (24)
This is a much better bike for only £11 more.
https://www.btwin.com/en/mountain-bikes/sport-mountain-bikes/19510-rockrider-520-275-mountain-bike-black.html
Better drivetrain and a much stronger cassette based rear wheel. Apart from that pretty much the same I guess.
Check out Zeek as sometimes you can get Decathlon gift cards cheap from there which can help bring down the price of Decathlon bikes.
Had a diamond back as a kid, and was the best bike I ever owned until some rag stole it.
Bought this for the Mrs's - be perfect for her, and can finally use my Cube
Seems like for under £300, unless it's a really ridiculous offer (i saw a Calibre Two Two at £250 which seemed too good to be true), you're just gonna end up with something that's had too many corners cut to make it look the part.
There is no point in cheap mountain bikes. They are too heavy and too fragile for actual trial riding. And they make no sense as a general purpose bike.