The Diamond Back Sortie 1 2011 Features are:Frame: Weapons Grade Aluminum Sortie 5 Trail Frame w/ Knuckle Box Suspension Platform
Rear Shock: Rock Shox ARIO 2.1
Fork: Rock Shox Tora 289 120mm
Stem: DB AL6061 Ahead 7 degree 31.8mm
Speed: 27
Front Mech: Shimano Alivio
Rear Mech: Shimano Alivio
Chainset: Shimano NEW Alivio
Front Brake: Shimano M445 Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake: Shimano M445 Hydraulic Disc
Rims: 32h SL-6 Doublewall Disc
Front Hub: 32h SL-6 Alloy hub with CNC Disc Mount
Rear Hub: 32h SL-6 Alloy Cassette with CNC Disc mount
Tyres: WTB Wolverine 2.1 Comp Folding Front WTB Wolverine 2.1 Comp Folding Rear
Seatpost: WTB VIGO comp on Diamondback Lazer Series Micro Adjust 31.6mm
What is a Full Suspension Bike?
Theyre designed for a variety of off-road uses: cross-country, trail riding, free riding, downhill riding and north shore riding. They improve comfort, control and efficiency by keeping the wheels in contact with the trail more. This translates to a smoother, faster ride. Suspension travel can range widely with shorter travel more suited to cross-country and the longer travel for DH and Free ride. They can be referred to as FS, full suspension or dual suspension.