Editorial Reviews:
Synopsis
The Clarity 2 has a look that's fast standing still. The women's specific Clarity 2 provides a value and performance oriented build with a 6061-T6 aluminum frame and straight blade fork, a Shimano Alivio crank set, derailleurs, and 8 speed rapid fire shifters, lighter wheels, and puncture-resistant tires. There's no denying the Devine Design comfort, style, and performance of a bike that's got it all. The 2011 Diamondback Clarity 2 performance hybrid.
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Built with women's-specific geometry, the Clarity 2 is a performance hybrid--perfect for commuting, fitness, and all-around riding. Built around a Clarity 6061-T6 butted aluminum frame, the Clarity 2 features a formed hooded top tube, an integrated head tube, and a straight blade fork. The bike offers high-quality Shimano components including a Shimano Alivio crank set, Shimano derailleurs, and Shimano Alivio 8-speed rapid fire shifters for smooth adjustments. Outfitted with lighter wheels, double-wall rims, linear pull brakes, and 700c puncture-resistant tires, the Clarity 2 offers a fast and fun ride.p bSpecifications:/bul liFrame: Clarity 6061-T6 Devine Geometry, Butted Aluminum Performance Hybrid with Formed/Hooded Top Tube, Integrated Headtube, VCS compliant stays, replaceable derailleur hanger liFork: Clarity integrated Aero Alloy straight blade, Cro-mo Steerer liCranks: Shimano FCM131 with chainguard, 28/38/48t liBottom Bracket: Sealed Cartridge liFront Derailleur: Shimano FDM-191 liRear Derailleur: Shimano Acera liShifter: Shimano SL-M310 Trigger 8-speed liBrake Levers: Tektro Linear pull liBrakes: Alloy Linear liGear: Shimano HG-30 8-speed Cassette (11-32t) liFront Rim: 20-hole liRear Rim: 24-hole Equation R17 Aero Doublewall with machined braking surface liTires: Kenda Kwick Trax with puncture resistant K-shield 700x32c liPedals: Diamondback Toe Clip Compatible Platform liHandlebar: Diamondback 31.8-millimeter low rise Alloy liStem: Diamondback 3D Forged 7-degree 31.8-millimeter liSeatpost: Alloy Micro Adjust 27.2-millimeter liSeat: Diamondback Performance Hybrid with Gel liHeadset: Integrated "Cane Creek" size drop-in ACB 1 1/8-inch liChain: KMC-Z82 liFront Hubset: 20h Alloy QR liRear Hubset: 24h Alloy Cassette QR liSpokes: Black 14-gram Stainless Steel liGrips: Avenir Ergo 3-D Comfort liExtras: Owner’s manual, Chainstay Protector, Clear Coat, H20 bottle mounts/ul bPlease Note: Specifications are Subject to Change/bp table "nowrap" align="center" cellspacing="5" cellpadding="10" border="1" frame="border" rules="all" style="#FFF solid; 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