Derby bought Raliegh in 1987. Diamondback was aquired by Derby/Raliegh in 1999.
Diamondback made some great mouintain bikes in the mid 1990's but as the mountain bike market shrunk, so did thier market share. I think it was because they started to make some cheapo bikes low end bikes and it hurt thier market perception. They ran into financial difficulties in the late 90's and Raliegh bailed them out but kept Diamondback in the low to mid market. I ride with a guy that has a Moto and it seems really nice. Good bike for the money.
T.J.
Last edited by Tequila Joe; 12-09-05 at 10:57 PM.