Bike

Kona Pro Bike: Matt Russell’s Diamondback Serios F

A close-up look at the Diamondback Serios F American Matt Russell will ride at Saturday's Ironman World Championship.

October 8, 2018 Chris Foster

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01018 — Matt Russell’s Diamondback Serios F replaces the Andean he was riding when he struck a car during the race in Kona last year. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01020 — Matt uses Speedplay Zero Aero pedals. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01021 — For Kona this year, Matt will be running a 56-42 chainring. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01023 — Matt’s rear derailleur sports a massive 16-tooth CeramicSpeed pulley. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01026 — Matt uses the Serios’ built-on nutrition carrier for his caloric needs. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01028 — Featuring a fairly stock front-end, Matt’s bike has Hed’s one-piece Corsair aerobars with ski bends. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01031 — For hydration, Matt’s using Torhans’ AERO30 front-mount system. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01036 — Matt uses the Adamo Prologue with additional behind-the-seat hydration. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01040 — Hidden under the bottom bracket, Matt’s setup uses TriRig Omega X brakes. Photo: Oliver Baker

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201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01042 — Up front, Matt uses TriRig Omega X aero brakes as well. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01044 — Like many pros, Matt uses 23mm clincher Continental GP 4000s II on his Knight 65 wheels. Photo: Oliver Baker

201810-TRI-Kona-ProBike-OB-01046 — Matt’s data is communicated via a top-mounted Polar M460 bike computer. Photo: Oliver Baker

A close-up look at the Diamondback Serios F American Matt Russell will ride at Saturday’s Ironman World Championship.

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