rocky mountain bicycles 2015
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R — Thomas Vanderham
P — Margus Riga
L — Lillooet, Colombie-Britanique
2015
Bike LineupBlizzard P.07
Vertex P.1 1
Element P.17
Thunderbolt P.21
Thunderbolt BC Edition P.27
Instinct P.29
Instinct BC Edition P.35
Altitude P.37
Altitude Rally Edition P.45
DH Bike: From the Ground Up P.47
Sport XC P.49
Sport Trail P.55
Youth P.59
Frames P.64
We are incredibly proud of this year’s bike lineup, and are grateful to the entire Rocky Mountain family of employees, athletes, ambassadors, and friends that has helped make it happen. The business of making bikes wouldn’t be nearly as rewarding if there wasn’t such a thriving culture of riders who continue exploring, pushing their boundaries, and having fun on two wheels.
—Rocky Mountain Bicycles
Global Distribution
2015 Rocky Mountain
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R — Wade Simmons & Kevin Calhoun
P — Brian Park
L — Sol Mountain, BC
WE HAVE BEEN DEVELOPING HIGH PERFORMANCE BIKES IN VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA SINCE 1981. OUR ROCKY MOUNTAIN DEVELOPMENT CENTRE IS LOCATED AT THE FOOT OF THE NORTH SHORE MOUNTAINS, HOME TO SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST RUGGED AND DIVERSE RIDING TERRAIN.
These mountains are where our engineers design, prototype, and test our bikes. It’s not uncommon to see team riders like Wade Simmons and Thomas Vanderham out on the trails with our product team, notepads crammed into jersey pockets and data acquisition equipment mounted to their bikes.
We also work with a worldwide network of racers and pioneers—guys like Fred Glo, one of the driving forces behind the burgeoning sport of enduro racing—to develop a truly global lineup of bikes.
From getting our hands dirty at local trail building days, to rugged backcountry adventures, to the global stage of World Cup racing, we live and breathe mountain biking. As riders ourselves we obsess over material quality, frame geometry, and suspension optimization to deliver the legendary ride quality we're famous for.
CULTURE & DESIGN
R — Andreas Hestler & Wade Simmons
P — Margus Riga
L — Whistler, British Columbia
R — Thomas Vanderham & Engineers
P — Brian Park
L — Phoenix, Arizona
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TECHNOLOGY
FORM™ AlloyNot all aluminum tubing is created equal. FORM™ alloy is the key to the superior ride quality our aluminum bikes are known for. Each FORM™ tube utilizes premium materials to meet our strict requirements, and is engineered for its specific purpose within our frames to ensure optimized strength, weight, and stiffness.
RTC™ Design Every riding style demands a different set of design principles. Whether we’re creating an XC-race weapon or an all mountain adventure machine, Ride Tuned Concept (RTC™) ensures that key variables like wheel size, suspension travel, and geometry work together to optimize ride quality.
SMOOTHWALL™ CarbonSMOOTHWALL™ carbon uses one of the world’s most sophisticated carbon processes to deliver industry leading stiffness-to-weight, ride quality, and durability. We eliminate excess resin and fibers by using rigid internal molds instead of traditional air bladders. We then utilize different types of carbon in specific frame areas to maximize stiffness and impact resistance while minimizing overall weight.
SMOOTHLINK™ SuspensionSMOOTHLINK™ suspension stays supple yet supportive through a wider range of gears than conventional single pivot or other four-bar suspension configurations. This patented system reduces both pedal-bob and bottom-outs, while allowing us to fine tune variables like braking and climbing traction across a wide range of intended uses.
RIDE-9™ SystemOur patented RIDE-9™ technology is the key to our bikes’ extraordinary versatility. It uses two interlocking chip inserts to adjust geometry and suspension characteristics, allowing riders to tune their bikes to their specific riding styles, terrain, and weight.
ABC™ PivotsOur revolutionary Angular Bushing Concept (ABC™) pivots are lighter, stiffer, and require less maintenance than conventional bearing pivots. Like our BC2™ pivots, they rotate on hardened alloy inserts that bottom out to reduce stiction and binding. However, by using an angled bushing surface they increase their relative contact area, optimizing them for compact locations like chainstay pivots.
BC2™ PivotsLighter and stiffer than conventional bearing pivots, our Bushing Concept 2 (BC2™) Pivots are the oversized next generation of our groundbreaking ABC™ system. Unlike other bushings, our patented system uses a hardened alloy insert that bottoms out to control the contact of the bushing surfaces, reducing the preload that causes stiction and binding. BC2™ Pivots also feature grease ports for effortless maintenance.
PIPELOCK™ PivotRather than relying on lateral compression for stiffness like traditional main pivot designs, our patent-pending PIPELOCK™ pivot uses a military grade, hard-anodized collet that expands radially to create the widest—and therefore most rigid—pivot stance possible. Using PIPELOCK™ allows us to cut our main pivot weight while significantly increasing lateral stiffness. PIPELOCK™ Pivots also feature grease ports for effortless maintenance.
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In order to live up to the legendary Blizzard name, our goal was clear: create a true “mountain-bike-feeling” fat bike. With suspension-optimized design, agile trail bike geometry, and a truly capable parts specs, the Blizzard delivers Rocky Mountain ride quality on snow, sand, and anything else you get yourself into.
Blizzard
Race Fat Bike Trail Fat Bike Expedition Fat Bike
We designed the Blizzard with a shorter-than-average top tube to keep it nimble, and wide 4.7” tire clearance for maximum float on soft terrain. Engineering for a suspension fork required optimizing for the additional length while providing an aggressive 68.5° head tube angle.
R — Brandon Crichton
P — Brian Park
L — Coastal Mountains, British Columbia
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NEW
MODEL
6 7
Blizzard (XT / SLX) (Available as Frame Only)
Blizzard (DEORE)
FRAME
Rocky Mountain FORM™ Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. 100mm BB. 12x197mm Axle. Zero Stack Tapered head tube. Internal Cable Routing. Reverb Stealth Compatible.
FORKRockShox Bluto RL. 100mm. Motion Control DNA Lockout / Rebound / 15x 150mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK N/ASTEM Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 60-70mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 710mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I- Spec 1x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/A REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus 10spdCRANKS Race Face 170-175mm Bash/24T 1x10spd FRONT HUB Wheeltech Fatso Hub / 6 Bolt / 32H / 15x150mm Axle
REAR HUBWheeltech Fatso Hub / 6 Bolt / 32H / 6 Pawl Freehub Body / 12x197mm Axle
CASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS SUNringlé Mulefüt 80 Tubeless CompatibleTIRES Vee Rubber Bulldozer Folding 26" x 4.7"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 30.9 x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
FRAME
Rocky Mountain FORM™ Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. 100mm BB. 12x197mm Axle. Zero Stack Tapered head tube. Internal Cable Routing. Reverb Stealth Compatible.
FORKRocky Mountain Fat Al. Suspension Corrected. 15x 150mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK N/ASTEM Rocky Mountain XC7 7° x 60-70mm
HANDLEBARRocky Mountain Zero9 Flat Ø31.8mm x 700mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano M446 Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano Deore Rapid Fire 1x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/A REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Deore Shadow Plus 10spdCRANKS Race Face 170-175mm Bash/24T 1x10spdFRONT HUB Wheeltech Fatso Hub / 6 Bolt / 32H / 15x150mm AxleREAR HUB Wheeltech Fatso Hub / 6 Bolt / 32H / 12x197mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS SUNringlé Mulefüt 80 Tubeless CompatibleTIRES Vee Rubber Bulldozer Folding 26" x 4.7"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 30.9 x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt
Blizzard (XT / SLX)*Porcelain Rocket bag sold separately.
SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 68.5° 68.5° 68.5° 68.5°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.5° 73.5° 73.5° 73.5°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 430 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 570 590 610 635
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 115 115 120 140
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 455 455 455 455
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 52 52 52 52
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 700 720 740 770
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1118 1138 1160 1185
R REACH (mm) 394 414 433 452
S STACK (mm) 613 613 618 637
BLIZZARD GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Our flagship XC-Race hardtail, the Vertex possesses incredible climbing traction and rollover performance. Its cutting-edge geometry is agile and confident everywhere on the race course, even technical corners and descents. RSL models feature a featherlight SMOOTHWALL™ carbon frame with industry leading stiffness-to-weight, making it the choice for World Cup racers and Strava warriors alike.
Vertex
XC Race XC Trail
The Vertex features 29” wheels for optimal rolling speed and efficiency. Its proven geometry balances the cockpit between efficient speed and technical handling, completely debunking the myth that 29ers lack maneuverability.
R — Raphaël Gagné
P — Rob Jones
L — Nové Mesto, Bratislava
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VERTEX 990 RSL(Available as Frame Only)
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing.
FORKRockShox SID RL Remote 29. 100mm. Motion Control DNA / Rebound / Remote Lockout / 15mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK N/ASTEM Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm 6° x 70-90mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Next Carbon 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Sram X01 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X01 Type 2 All Mountain 11spdCRANKS Race Face Next SL 170-175mm DM32 1x11spdFRONT HUB Stan's 3.30 Disc / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Stan's 3.30 Disc / 6 Pawl Freehub / 142 x 12mm AxleCASSETTE Sram XG-1195 10-42T 11spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Crest Tubeless ReadyTIRES Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Race Face Next SL 27.2mm x 400mmSADDLE WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
VERTEX 970 RSLFRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing.
FORKRockShox SID RL 29. 100mm. Motion Control DNA Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
FRONT TRAVEL N/ASHOCK N/AREAR TRAVEL N/ASTEM Race Face Turbine 6° x 70-100mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Turbine Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XT 34.9mm 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Helix TR25 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringléTIRES Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Race
VERTEX 950 RSLFRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing.
FORKManitou Marvel Pro. 100mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm HexLock Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK N/ASTEM Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 70-100mm
HANDLEBARRocky Mountain Zero9 Flat Ø31.8mm x 700mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I- Spec 2x10spd FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XT 34.9mm 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringléTIRES Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
Vertex 990 RSL
SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 70.25° 70.25° 70.25° 70.25°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73° 73° 73° 73°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 394 432 470 508
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 570 592 615 638
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 95 100 115 130
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 433 433 433 433
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 56 56 56 56
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 738 752 776 808
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1065 1087 1111 1134
R REACH (mm) 384 405 424 442
S STACK (mm) 607 612 626 640
VERTEX RSL GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
1312
VERTEX 950
FRAMERocky Mountain FORM™ Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Press Fit BB. Zero Stack Tapered head tube. Internal Cable Routing
FORKManitou Marvel Pro. 100mm (XS: 80mm). TPC Absolute+ Damper / Compression / Lockout /Rebound / 15mm HexLock Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK N/ASTEM Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 70-100mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Ride Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 710mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I- Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XT 31.8mm 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT 10spdCRANKS Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano MT15 / Centerlock / 28H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano MT15 / Centerlock / 28H / 10 x 135mm QRCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Shimano MT15TIRES Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
VERTEX 930
FRAMERocky Mountain FORM™ Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Press Fit BB. Zero Stack Tapered head tube. Internal Cable Routing
FORK Manitou Marvel Comp TS Air. 100mm (XS: 80mm).
SHOCK Compression / Lockout / Rebound / Tapered SteererSTEM Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 70-100mm
HANDLEBARRocky Mountain Zero9 Flat Ø31.8mm x 700mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano BR-M446 Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano Deore Rapid Fire 10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Deore 31.8mm 10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT 10spdCRANKS Shimano M552 170-175mm 42/32/24T 10spdFRONT HUB Shimano RM66 / Centerlock / 32HREAR HUB Shimano RM66 / Centerlock / 32HCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech TD26 by Alex RimsTIRES Maxxis Ikon Folding 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt
Specifications subject to change without notice.
XS** SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 69.5° 70.25° 70.25° 70.25° 70.25°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74° 73° 73° 73° 73°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 355 394 432 470 508
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 550 570 592 615 638
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 105 110 115 130
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 435 435 435 435 435
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 56 56 56 56 56
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 719 738 752 776 808
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1068 1065 1087 1111 1134
R REACH (mm) 381 384 405 424 442
S STACK (mm) 587 607 612 626 640
VERTEX GEOMETRY
R — Raphaël Gagné
P — Rob Jones
L — Mont-Tremblant, Canada
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XC Race XC Trail
The Element was in a class of its own when we introduced it in 1996. 19 years later, XC race courses demand even more from athletes, and the Element stays true to its performance racing heritage. Its SMOOTHWALL™ carbon frame is astonishingly light, and its SMOOTHLINK™ suspension is tuned for traction and efficiency.
So, whether you’re lining up at a stage race start line or heading out the door for a marathon hammerfest, the Element’s aggressive geometry, point-and-shoot rigidity, and unmatched ride quality will have you dropping the pack.
Element
To provide a balanced, fast rolling 29”wheeled platform, the engineering team chose a confidence inspiring bottom bracket drop and an aggressive 70.6° head tube angle. The Element’s geometry lends itself to a smooth, carving feel into and out of corners, providing maximum control and exit-speed.
R — Keith Stark
P — Margus Riga
L — White Salmon, Washington
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ELEMENT 999 RSL (Available as Frame Only)
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
FORK
Fox 32 Float 29 100 FIT CTD Adjust Kashima. 100mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (3 Position Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKFox Float Remote CTD Kashima Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 95mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings
STEM Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm 6° x 70-90mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Next 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 740mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XTR Switch Shift Di2 I-Spec II 2x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Di2 E Mount 2x11spd REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Di2 Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spdCRANKS Shimano XTR 170-175mm 38/28T 2x11spdFRONT HUB Stan's 3.30Ti Hub / 24H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Stan's 3.30Ti Hub / 28H / Alloy Freehub / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano XTR 11-40T 11spdRIMS Stan's Valor Carbon Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Folding Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.2"
SEATPOST Race Face Next SL Carbon 30.9mm x 400mmSADDLE WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
ELEMENT 950 RSL
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Rear Triangle. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
FORKManitou Marvel Pro. 100mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm HexLock Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKFox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 95mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings
STEM Race Face 6° x 70-100mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XT E Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringléTIRES Maxxis Ikon Folding 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
ELEMENT 970 RSLFRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
FORKFox 32 Float 29 100 FIT CTD. 100mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKFox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 95mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings
STEM Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 70-90mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Turbine 1/2 Riser Ø35mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I- Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XT E Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Crest Tubeless ReadyTIRES Maxxis Ikon Folding 29" x 2.2"SEATPOST Race Face Turbine 30.9mm x 400mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Race
Element 999 RSL
SM MD LG XL XXL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 70.6° 70.6° 70.6° 70.6° 70.6°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74° 74° 74° 74° 74°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 394 423 470 508 546
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 558 582 605 630 655
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 445 445 445 445 445
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 40 40 40 40 40
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 771 771 771 771 771
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1066 1097 1120 1146 1172
R REACH (mm) 388 409 429 452 473
S STACK (mm) 592 603 612 622 636
ELEMENT RSL GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Named after its lightning quick agility, the 2015 Thunderbolt dominates on a variety of terrain, and is equally at home on long, technical climbs as it is flowy singletrack descents. It'll have you powering through the rough stuff and popping off every trail feature you lay eyes on.
The all-new SMOOTHWALL™ carbon frame on Thunderbolt MSL models represents a major milestone for Rocky Mountain: by using our new PIPELOCK™ main pivot we have removed all traditional bearings from the frame. This combined with grease ports in key pivot locations results in a stiffer, lighter, and lower-maintenance bike.
Thunderbolt
XC XC Trail Trail
The Thunderbolt uses short chainstays and 27.5” wheels to achieve its agility. Its relaxed head tube angle and longer top tube gives riders more control in unforgiving terrain, while its 120mm of suspension travel balances XC efficiency and trail capability.
R — Thomas Vanderham
P — Margus Riga
L — Lillooet, British Columbia
NEW
MODEL
20 21
THUNDERBOLT 799 MSL (Available as Frame Only)
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
FORK
Fox 32 Float 27.5 120 FIT CTD Adjust Kashima. 120mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (3 Position Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm 6° x 60-80mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Next Carbon 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XTR Switch Shift Di2 I-Spec II 2x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Di2 E Mount 2x11spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Di2 Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spdCRANKS Shimano XTR 170-175mm 38/28T 2x11spdFRONT HUB Stan's 3.30Ti Hub / 24H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Stan's 3.30Ti Hub / 28H / Alloy Freehub / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano XTR 11-40T 11spdRIMS Stan's Valor Carbon Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready F + R: Ardent Race 27.5" x 2.2"
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 350-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Carbon
THUNDERBOLT 750 MSL
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
FORKFox 32 Float 27.5 120 Evolution CTD. 120mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-80mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Sram X7 Triggers 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Helix TR25 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5" x 2.25" R: Ardent Race 27.5" x 2.2"
SEATPOST X Fusion HiLo Strate 30.9mm x 420mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
THUNDERBOLT 770 MSL
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
FORKFox 32 Float 27.5 120 FIT CTD. 120mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 60-80mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Turbine 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 740mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano XT E Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XTR Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Crest Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5" x 2.25" R: Ardent Race 27.5" x 2.2"
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Race
Thunderbolt 799 MSL
XS SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 67.2°-68.4° 67.2°-68.4° 67.2°-68.4° 67.2°-68.4° 67.2°-68.4°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 381 419 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 540 565 590 615 645
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 426 426 426 426 426
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 25.2-4.7 25.2-4.7 25.2-4.7 25.2-4.7 25.2-4.7
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 715 715 715 715 715
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1072 1098 1124 1150 1181
R REACH (mm) 376-393 398-415 420-437 443-460 469-486
S STACK (mm) 544-552 553-561 562-570 572-580 586-594
THUNDERBOLT MSL GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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THUNDERBOLT 750FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
FORKFox 32 Float 27.5 120 CTD. 120mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKFox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-80mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano SLX E Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5" x 2.25" R: Ardent Race 27.5" x 2.2"
SEATPOST Race Face 30.9mm x 375mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
THUNDERBOLT 730FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
FORKX Fusion Velvet RL2 27.5 Air. 120mm. Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Axle / Tapered Alloy Steerer
SHOCKFox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings
STEM Race Face 6° x 70-90mmHANDLEBAR Race Face 3/4 Rise Ø31.8mm x 740mm x 5° SweepBRAKES Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc 180/160mmSHIFTERS Shimano Deore Rapid Fire I-Spec 3x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Deore E Mount 3x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Shimano M552 170-175mm 42/32/24T 3x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis Folding F: Ardent 27.5" x 2.25" R: Ardent Race 27.5" x 2.2"
SEATPOST Race Face 30.9mm x 375mmSADDLE WTB Volt
THUNDERBOLT 710FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
FORKManitou Marvel LTD.120mm / ACT Air / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / Alloy Steerer
SHOCKManitou Radium Expert Custom Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Lockout
STEM Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 70-90mm
HANDLEBARRocky Mountain Five15 XC Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 5° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc 160mmSHIFTERS Sram X5 Triggers 3x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X7 S3 Direct Mount 3x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X5 3x10spdCRANKS FSA Gamma Drive 170-175mm 44/32/22T 3x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 9 x 100mm QRREAR HUB Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 10 x 135mm QRCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech TD26 by Alex RimsTIRES Maxxis F: Ardent 27.5" x 2.25" R: Ardent Race 27.5" x 2.2"SEATPOST Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 350mmSADDLE WTB Volt
Specifications subject to change without notice.
XS SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 68.5° 68.5° 68.5° 68.5° 68.5°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 381 419 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 540 565 590 615 645
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 426 426 426 426 426
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 20 20 20 20 20
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 715 715 715 715 715
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1072 1098 1124 1150 1181
R REACH (mm) 381 404 426 449 475
S STACK (mm) 573 582 591 601 615
THUNDERBOLT GEOMETRY
R — Thomas Vanderham
P — Margus Riga
L — Lillooet, British Columbia
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XC Trail Trail Agressif
THUNDERBOLT 790 MSL BC EDITION
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
FORKRockShox Pike RCT3 27.5. 130mm. Charger Damper / Rebound / Adjustable 3 Position Compression / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKRockShox Monarch RT3 Custom BC Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / 3 Position Compression / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 50-70mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Next SL 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XT Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X01 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X01 Type 2 All Mountain 11spd
CRANKSRace Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 32T Direct Mount 1x11spd
FRONT HUB Stan's 3.30 Disc / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Stan's 3.30 Disc / 6 Pawl XD Freehub / 142 x 12mm AxleCASSETTE Sram XG-1195 10-42T 11spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Flow Tubeless ReadyTIRES Maxxis Ardent EXO 27.5" x 2.4"SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 350-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
With its lively, bottomless-feeling SMOOTHLINK™ suspension curve and RIDE-9™ adjustable geometry and suspension, offering the Thunderbolt MSL in a BC Edition just makes sense. Set up the way we set our own bikes up—with wide bars, big tires, stiff wheels, and premium suspension—, the BC Edition turns Thunderbolt's agility into true trail bike playfulness and aggression.
Thunderbolt BC Edition
Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition
XC SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 66.5 - 68.2° 66.5 - 68.2° 66.5 - 68.2° 66.5 - 68.2° 66.5° - 68.2°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.0 - 74.6° 73.0 - 74.6° 73.0 - 74.6° 73.0 - 74.6° 73.0° - 74.6°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 381 419 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 540 565 590 615 645
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 426 426 426 426 426
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 20.2 - 0.5 20.2 - 0.5 20.2 - 0.5 20.2 - 0.5 20.2 - 0.5
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 715 715 715 715 715
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1072 1098 1124 1150 1,181
R REACH (mm) 368 - 385 390 - 408 413 - 430 436 - 452 461 - 479
S STACK (mm) 554 - 562 563 - 571 572 - 581 582 - 590 596 - 604
THUNDERBOLT MSL BC EDITION GEOMETRY
The Thunderbolt BC Edition's longer fork slackens the head tube angle to a possible 66.5°, and support in rougher terrain is increased by opting for a larger volume rear shock.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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For all-day backcountry adventures and punishing marathon stage races, the Instinct is a natural fit. Our RIDE-9™ system makes it easy to tune the geometry and suspension to whatever terrain you want to tackle, while its 130mm of SMOOTHLINK™ Suspension travel provides the perfect balance of supple control and efficient pedaling.
Instinct
XC Trail Aggressive Trail
The Instinct was designed to take advantage of 29” wheels’ terrain-covering efficiency across a broad spectrum of riding. We then equipped it with RIDE-9™ and 130mm of travel to push its versatility even further.
R — Wade Simmons
P — Margus Riga
L — Manzanita, Oregon
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INSTINCT 970 MSL
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 32 Float 29 130 FIT CTD. 130mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 60-80mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Turbine 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X0 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
CRANKSRace Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd
FRONT HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Flow Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29" x 2.4" R: Ikon EXO Folding 29" x 2.35"
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Race
INSTINCT 999 MSL (Available as Frame Only)
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORK
Fox 32 Float 29 130 FIT CTD Adjust Kashima. 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (3 Position Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm 6° x 60-80mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Next Carbon 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XTR Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram XX1 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram XX1 Type 2 All Mountain 11spdCRANKS Race Face Next SL 170-175mm 30T 11spdFRONT HUB Stan's 3.30Ti Hub / 24H / 15mm Axle
REAR HUBStan's 3.30Ti Hub / 28H / Alloy XD Freehub / 12 x 142mm Axle
CASSETTE Sram XG-1199 10-42T 11spdRIMS Stan's Valor Carbon Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis EXO Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready F: Ardent 29" x 2.4" R: Ikon 29" x 2.35" 3C
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Carbon
INSTINCT 950 MSL
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Front Triangle. FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Rear Triangle. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 32 Float 29 130 CTD. 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKFox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-80mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X7 Triggers 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spdCRANKS Race Face Evolve 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Helix TR27 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29" x 2.4" R: Ikon EXO Folding 29" x 2.35"
SEATPOST X Fusion HiLo Strate 30.9mm x 420mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
Instinct 999 MSL
SM MD LG XL XXL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 67.7°-69.3° 67.7°-69.3° 67.7°-69.3° 67.7°-69.3° 67.7°-69.3°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3° 73.7°-75.3°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 394 432 470 508 546
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 553 577 600 625 650
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 452 452 452 452 452
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 39.6 to 20.7 39.6 to 20.7 39.6 to 20.7 39.6 to 20.7 39.6 to 20.7
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 736 736 736 736 736
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1110 1134 1158 1183 1210
R REACH (mm) 378-395 400-417 420-437 442-459 464-480
S STACK (mm) 605-594 614-603 624-612 633-621 647-634
INSTINCT GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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INSTINCT 950
FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 32 Float 29 130 CTD. 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings /15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKFox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-80mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Evolve 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29" x 2.4" R:Ikon EXO Folding 29" x 2.35"
SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
INSTINCT 930
FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKManitou Minute Expert. 130mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Hydraulic Bottom Out / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Hexlock Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-80mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Ride 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 740mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano Deore Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X5 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Ride 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29" x 2.4" R: Ikon EXO Folding 29" x 2.35"
SEATPOST Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
R — Wade Simmons
P — Margus Riga
L — Manzanita, Oregon
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INSTINCT 990 MSL BC EDITION
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKRockShox Pike RCT3 29. 140mm. Charger Damper / Rebound / 3 Position Compression / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKRockShox Monarch RT3 Custom BC Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / 3 Position Compression / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 50-70mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Next 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano XT Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X01 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X01 Type 2 All Mountain 11spd
CRANKSRace Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 30T Direct Mount 1x11spd
FRONT HUB Stan's 3.30 Disc / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Stan's 3.30 Disc / 6 Pawl XD Freehub / 142 x 12mm AxleCASSETTE Sram XG-1195 10-42T 11spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Flow EX Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis Minion DHR II Maxx Terra EXO Tubeless Ready 29" x 2.3"
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
INSTINCT 950 BC EDITION
FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKX Fusion 140 Trace RL2. 34mm Stanchions / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm XLock / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKX Fusion O2 RLX Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / 3 Position Compression Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-80mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano SLX Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X1 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X1 Type 2 All Mountain 11spdCRANKS Race Face Ride 170-175mm 30T 1x11spdFRONT HUB Sram MTH 716 / 6 Bolt / 15mm Axle
REAR HUBSram MTH 746 / 6 Bolt / XD Freehub Body / 12 x 142mm Axle
CASSETTE Sram XG-1180 10-42T 11spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringléTIRES Maxxis DHR II EXO Folding 29" x 2.3"SEATPOST X Fusion HiLo Ace 30.9mm x 420mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
Instinct 990 MSL BC Edition
SM MD LG XL XXL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 66.7°-68.3° 66.7°-68.3° 66.7°-68.3° 66.7°-68.3° 66.7°-68.3°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 72.8°-74.3° 72.8°-74.3° 72.8°-74.3° 72.8°-74.3° 72.8°-74.3°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 394 432 470 508 546
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 553 577 600 625 650
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 452 452 452 452 452
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 31.9 to 12.4 31.9 to 12.4 31.9 to 12.4 31.9 to 12.4 31.9 to 12.4
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 745 745 745 745 745
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1119 1143 1167 1192 1219
R REACH (mm) 367-384 389-406 409-426 432-449 453-470
S STACK (mm) 611-600 621-610 631-620 641-629 655-643
INSTINCT MSL BC EDITION GEOMETRY
Instinct BC EditionWhen the Instinct is set up "BC style"—with wide bars, big tires, stiff wheels, and premium suspension—it takes on a more aggressive nature. Its SMOOTHLINK™ Suspension and 29" wheels lend themselves to plowing through the roughest terrain, while our legendary 29er geometry retains the natural handling abilities our bikes are known for.
Trail Aggressive Trail Enduro
The Instinct BC Edition’s RIDE-9™-equipped frame and taller 140mm fork provide slacker head tube angles and even more technical capability.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Featherlight, yet displaying all the ability of many all mountain bikes, the Altitude pushes the envelope of what a modern trail bike is capable of. Much imitated but never surpassed, it’s the perfect bike for those who never shy from grueling climbs or physical descents.
Our revolutionary RIDE-9™ system allows riders to fine-tune their geometry and suspension characteristics to their precise riding styles, terrain, and weight, while the SMOOTHWALL™ carbon frame of the 799 MSL achieves a stunning 2380g/5.25lb frame weight.
Altitude
Trail Aggressive Trail Enduro
Our design team steepened the Altitude’s seat tube to enhance climbing efficiency, chose 27.5” wheels to provide agility in tight terrain, and gave it 150mm of seemingly bottomless travel for aggressive trail riding.
R — Geoff Gulevich
P — Margus Riga
L — Hood River, Oregon
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ALTITUDE 799 MSL (Available as Frame Only)
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORK
Fox 34 Float 150 Kashima FIT CTD 27.5. 150mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (3 Position Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer / Kashima Coating
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Kashima Coating / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm 6° x 60-70mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Next Carbon 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano XTR Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram XX1 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram XX1 Type 2 All Mountain 11spdCRANKS Race Face Next SL 170-175mm Direct Mount 32T 11spdFRONT HUB DT Swiss 240 / Centerlock / 28H / 15mm Axle
REAR HUBDT Swiss 240 / Centerlock / 28H / Alloy XD Freehub / 12 x 142mm Axle
CASSETTE Sram XG-1199 10-42T 11spdRIMS Reynolds All Mtn Tubeless Ready Carbon
TIRESMaxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Maxx Terra 27.5" x 2.3" R: Ardent EXO Dual 27.5" x 2.4" Tubeless Ready Folding
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Carbon
ALTITUDE 770 MSL
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 34 Float 150 FIT CTD 27.5. 150mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 60-70mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Turbine 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X0 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
CRANKSRace Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd
FRONT HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Flow Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.30" R: Ardent EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.4"
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado Race
ALTITUDE 750 MSL
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Front Triangle. FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Rear Triangle. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 34 Float 150 CTD 27.5. 150mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float Remote CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-70mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X7 Triggers 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spdCRANKS Race Face Turbine 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Helix TR27 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.3" R: Ardent EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.4"
SEATPOST X Fusion HiLo Strate 30.9mm x 420mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
Altitude 799 MSL
XS SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 66.6° - 68.3° 66.6° - 68.3° 66.6° - 68.3° 66.6° - 68.3° 66.6° - 68.3°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.6° - 75.3° 73.6° - 75.3° 73.6° - 75.3° 73.6° - 75.3° 73.6° - 75.3°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 381 419 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 540 565 585 605 630
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 428 428 428 428 428
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) -9.8 to + 10.3 -9.8 to + 10.3 -9.8 to + 10.3 -9.8 to + 10.3 -9.8 to + 10.3
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 734 734 734 734 734
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1095 1120 1142 1163 1189
R REACH (mm) 370 - 387 392 - 410 410 - 427 427 - 444 448 - 465
S STACK (mm) 577 - 586 587 - 595 596 - 604 605 - 614 619 - 627
ALTITUDE GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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ALTITUDE 750
FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 34 Float 150 CTD 27.5. 150mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-70mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spdCRANKS Race Face Evolve 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.3" R: Ardent EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.4"
SEATPOST Race Face 30.9mm x 375mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
ALTITUDE 730
FRAME
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKX Fusion Sweep RL2 Air 27.5. 150mm. 34mm Stanchions / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm XLock / Tapered Steerer
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face 6° x 60-70mmHANDLEBAR Race Face Ride 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 740mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X5 Triggers 2x10spdFRONT DERAILLEUR Sram X5 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spdREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spdCRANKS Race Face Ride 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spdFRONT HUB Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm AxleREAR HUB Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm AxleCASSETTE Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé
TIRESMaxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.3" R: Ardent EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.4"
SEATPOST Race Face 30.9mm x 375mmSADDLE WTB Volt
R — Geoff Gulevich
P — Margus Riga
L — Hood River, Oregon
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CONSIDERED ONE OF THE MAJOR CATALYSTS BEHIND THE FAST-GROWING SPORT OF ENDURO RACING, FRED GLO IS AN INDUSTRY PIONEER. HE PLAYED A MAJOR PART IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF OUR ALTITUDE RALLY EDITION—THE ORIGINAL RACE-READY ENDURO BIKE—SO IT WAS A NATURAL FIT TO SOLIDIFY OUR PARTNERSHIP BY LAUNCHING A DEDICATED GLOBAL ENDURO WORLD SERIES TEAM.
The Rocky Mountain Urge bp Rally Team of Florian Nicolai, Alex Cure, Jesse Melamed, Isabeau Courdurier, and several Rally Team Development riders worldwide is enjoying an incredible season. Earning several notable EWS podiums and continually being inspired by the diversity of riding they experience worldwide, our Rally Team is at the forefront of a new era of real-world racing.
Ultimately, our pro EWS-rider feedback loop now stretches from the coastal mountain ranges of BC to the unforgiving French alps, with all comers continuing to prove the race-worthiness of our Altitude Rally Edition.
RALLY TEAM
R — Florian Nicolai, Alex Cure, Jesse Melamed, & Isabeau Courdurier
P — Matt Wragg
L — Nevados de Chillan, Chile, & Peebles, Scotland
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ALTITUDE 790 MSL RALLY EDITION (Available as Frame Only)
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKFox 36 Float 160 Kashima RC2 27.5. 160mm. RC2 Damper / Rebound / Hi-Lo Speed Compression / 20mm Axle / Tapered Steerer / Kashima Coating
SHOCK
Fox Float X Remote Kashima CTD Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Bottom Out Control / Kashima Coating / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm x 6° x 50-60mmHANDLEBAR Race Face SixC 3/4 Rise Ø35mm x 800mm x 9° SweepBRAKES Shimano XT Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X01 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X01 Type 2 All Mountain 11spd
CRANKSRace Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 32T Direct Mount 1x11spd
FRONT HUB Stan's 3.30 HD Disc / 20mm AxleREAR HUB Stan's 3.30 HD Disc / 6 Pawl Freehub / 142 x 12mm AxleCASSETTE Sram XG-1195 10-42T 11spdRIMS Stan's ZTR Flow EX Tubeless Ready
TIRESMaxxis Minion DHR II EXO Maxx Terra Tubeless Ready Folding 27.5" x 2.3"
SEATPOST RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mmSADDLE WTB Silverado SLT Titanium
ALTITUDE 750 MSL RALLY EDITION
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Front Triangle. FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Rear Triangle. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
FORKX Fusion Sweep RL2. 160mm. 34mm Stanchions / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm XLock / Tapered Steerer
SHOCKX Fusion 02 RL Remote Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Trail Threshold Lockout / Adjustable Suspension Rate
STEM Race Face Respond 6° x 45-60mm
HANDLEBARRace Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
BRAKES Shimano SLX Ice-Tec Hydraulic Disc 180mmSHIFTERS Sram X1 Trigger 1x11spdFRONT DERAILLEUR N/AREAR DERAILLEUR Sram X1 Type 2 All Mountain 11spdCRANKS Race Face Ride 170-175mm 32T 1x11spdFRONT HUB Sram MTH 716 / 6 Bolt / 15mm Axle
REAR HUBSram MTH 746 / 6 Bolt / XD Freehub Body / 12 x 142mm Axle
CASSETTE Sram XG-1180 10-42T 11spdRIMS Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringléTIRES Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO Folding 27.5" x 2.3"SEATPOST X Fusion HiLo Ace 30.9mm x 420mmSADDLE WTB Volt Race
Aggressive Trail Enduro Race DH Race
Altitude Rally EditionFeaturing premium race-tuned suspension, DH-width bars, shorter stems, 1x11 drivetrains, and ultra strong wheels, Altitude Rally Edition bikes are the ultimate enduro race weapons. Efficient SMOOTHLINK™ suspension puts power down between the tape, while RIDE-9™ adjustable geometry and suspension ensures perfect setup for every stage and rider. SMOOTHWALL™ carbon shaves the frame weight of our 790 MSL Rally Edition down to a fighting weight of 2610g/5.75lb, including Fox Float X shock and all hardware.
In short, it’s a berm smashing, trail blasting rocket of a bike that’s ready for the next generation of mountain bike racing.
Altitude 790 MSL Rally Edition
XS SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 66.2° - 67.8° 66.2° - 67.8° 66.2° - 67.8° 66.2° - 67.8° 66.2° - 67.8°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.2° - 74.8° 73.2° - 74.8° 73.2° - 74.8° 73.2° - 74.8° 73.2° - 74.8°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 381 419 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 540 565 585 605 630
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 145
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 428 428 428 428 428
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) -13.6 to 7.27 -13.6 to 7.27 -13.6 to 7.27 -13.6 to 7.27 -13.6 to 7.27
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 736 736 736 736 736
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1099 1125 1146 1168 1195
R REACH (mm) 365 - 382 387 - 405 405 - 422 422 - 440 443 - 461
S STACK (mm) 584 - 593 593 - 602 603 - 611 612 - 621 626 - 634
ALTITUDE MSL RALLY EDITION GEOMETRY
With a longer 160mm fork and our RIDE-9™system, the Rally Edition allows for critical, track-specific bike adjustments. The increased rolling speed and agility of 27.5” wheels are a natural fit for enduro racing.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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FROM THE GROUND UP
THREE YEARS. 81 THEORETICAL DESIGNS. 1620 UNIQUE SUSPENSION PARAMETERS. 21 PROTOTYPES. EIGHT DEDICATED DATA-ACQUISITION TRIPS. 306 FEA ANALYSES USING OVER 10 MILLION ELEMENTS. TWO NEW PATENTS PENDING. ONE HELL OF A BIKE.
When we set out to develop our next generation downhill bike we knew we wanted to start from the ground up, without constraints or preconceived notions.
While other companies were thinking about pedaling faster, we were thinking about braking less. And while they were trying to stuff larger wheels into their existing designs, we developed with an understanding of the inherent advantages of each wheel size in different situations.
The result is a bike that is more controlled, more adaptable, and simply faster than the competition.
Available when it’s ready.
“Making our bikes better is one of the most challenging and rewarding
aspects of my job, and it’s been awesome to be involved in every
step of this bike’s development. The result is what I believe to be the
best, most versatile downhill bike ever: highly customizable, capable
of racing at the highest levels, and yet able to withstand the abuse of
endless bike-park laps.”
—Thomas Vanderham
R — Thomas Vanderham
P — Sterling Lorence
L — Rocky Mountain Development Centre, North Vancouver, British Columbia
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Our Sport XC bikes are designed with efficiency and reliability in mind. They smooth out uneven terrain and provide great rolling speed to keep you covering miles of off-road paths and trails.
Sport XC
Sport XC Sport Trail
With the same intuitive front-end handling found on our 29”-wheeled World Cup XC race bikes and the added stability of a lengthened back end, our Sport XC bikes provide a responsive, comfortable ride.
R — Anja Koehler
P — Margus Riga
L — North Vancouver, British Columbia
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Trailhead 29
XS SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 69.5° 70.25° 70.25° 70.25° 70.25°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74° 73° 73° 73° 73°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 355 394 432 470 508
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 550 570 592 615 638
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 100 100 115 130
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 447 447 447 447 447
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 56 56 56 56 56
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 719 738 752 776 808
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1078 1071 1093 1117 1140
R REACH (mm) 376 380 404 423 440
S STACK (mm) 597 615 614 628 642
SPORT XC GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.
TRAILHEAD 29FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
FUSION 29FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
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R — Anja KoehlerP — Margus RigaL — North Vancouver, British Columbia
SOUL 29FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
FLARE 29FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
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The pure, classic fun of riding a trail hardtail is undeniable. From camping trips and exploration to a fresh take on your favourite trails, our Sport Trail bikes offer ample suspension to smooth out your ride, wider bars for more control, and incredible value.
Sport Trail
Sport XC Sport Trail
With agile, responsive geometry, our Sport Trail bikes use 27.5” wheels for their increased maneuverability, and they feature 120mm suspension forks for even more trail capability.
R — Keith Stark
P — Margus Riga
L — North Vancouver, British Columbia
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Fusion 27.5
XXS XS SM MD LG XL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 68.4° 68.6° 68.6° 68.6° 68.6° 68.6°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 73.4° 72.6° 72.6° 72.6° 72.6° 72.6°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 343 581 419 457 483 521
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 525 540 565 585 600 620
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 110 120 130 150 175
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 432 432 432 432 432 432
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 29.6 27 27 27 27 27
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 685 710 737 766 786 816
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1047 1046 1072 1087 1097 1100
R REACH (mm) 358 369 391 403 409 416
S STACK (mm) 566 588 598 608 627 652
SPORT TRAIL GEOMETRY
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FUSION 27.5FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
SOUL 27.5FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
VAPOR 27.5FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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Whether they're riding to school or are making their first tracks on dirt, experiencing the thrill of biking is a fundamental rite of passage. Our youth bikes are inspired by the same design philosophies as our adult bikes because little shredders deserve quality bikes too!
Exercise Fun
Youth
R — Jessamy Tippie & Brett Tippie
P — Margus Riga
L — North Vancouver, British Columbia
Our youth bikes use wheel sizes from 20” to 26” to ensure precise fit, safety, and longevity. Their geometry and handling is inspired by our entire line of groundbreaking, progressive, full-size mountain bikes.
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Vertex 24
13"
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 70.5°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 330
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm)) 500
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 90
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 405
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 25
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 615
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 968
R REACH (mm) 355
S STACK (mm) 497
VERTEX 24 GEOMETRY
FRAMERocky Mountain 6061 SL Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
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VERTEX 24
FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Alloy. VERTEX 20
11"
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 70.5°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 280
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 430
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 373
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 5
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 540
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 870
R REACH (mm) 309
S STACK (mm) 418
VERTEX 20 GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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EDGE 24FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Alloy.
XXS XS SM MD LG XXL
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 70.5° 70.5° 71.0° 71.0° 71.0° 71.0°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74.5° 74° 74° 73.5° 73° 72.5°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 343 381 419 457 483 559
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 525 540 565 585 600 632
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 100 120 130 130 150 175
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 425 425 425 425 425 425
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 30 30 30 30 30 30
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 700 717 734 756 777 882
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 1021 1034 1054 1069 1079 1106
R REACH (mm) 374 374 395 412 415 442
S STACK (mm) 542 578 590 592 607 626
EDGE 26 GEOMETRY
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EDGE 26FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy.
EDGE 20FRAME Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Alloy.
20'' 24''
HTA HEAD ANGLE (deg) 70.5° 70.5°
STA SEAT ANGLE (deg) 74° 74°
STL SEAT TUBE (mm) 280 330
TTH TOP TUBE-HORIZONTAL (mm) 430 500
HTL HEAD TUBE LENGTH (mm) 90 90
CSL CHAINSTAY LENGTH (mm) 385 405
BBD BOTTOM BRACKET DROP / RISE (mm) 5 25
SH STANDOVER HEIGHT (mm) 540 615
WB WHEELBASE (mm) 870 968
R REACH (mm) ??? ???
S STACK (mm) ??? ???
EDGE 20/24 GEOMETRY
Specifications subject to change without notice.Specifications subject to change without notice.
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INSTINCT 999 MSL
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
SIZES XS / SM / MD / LG / XXL
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
RECOMMENDED FORK 140mm Max
HEADSET IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom
FRONT DERAILLEUR E Type Low Direct Mount S3 + ISCG 05
BOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92
SEATPOST DIAMETER 30.9mm
THUNDERBOLT 799 MSL
FRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
SIZES XS / SM / MD / LG / XL
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
RECOMMENDED FORK 130mm MaxHEADSET IS42mm Top / 52mm BottomFRONT DERAILLEUR E Type Low Direct Mount S3BOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92SEATPOST DIAMETER 30.9mm
FramesVERTEX 990 RSL
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing.
SIZES SM / MD / LG / XLSHOCK N/ARECOMMENDED FORK 100mm MaxHEADSET IS42mm Top / 52mm BottomTapered FRONT DERAILLEUR 34.9mm Band Clamp Bottom PullBOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92SEATPOST DIAMETER 27.2mm
ELEMENT 999 RSLFRAME
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
SIZES SM / MD / LG / XL / XXL
SHOCKFox Float Remote CTD Kashima Custom Race Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 95mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings
RECOMMENDED FORK 120mm MaxHEADSET IS42mm Top / 52mm BottomFRONT DERAILLEUR E Type Low Direct Mount S3BOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92SEATPOST DIAMETER 30.9mm
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ALTITUDE 799 MSL
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
SIZES XS / SM / MD / LG / XL
SHOCK
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Kashima Coating / Adjustable Suspension Rate
RECOMMENDED FORK 160mm MaxHEADSET IS42mm Top / 52mm BottomFRONT DERAILLEUR E Type Low Direct Mount S3 + ISCG 05BOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92SEATPOST DIAMETER 30.9mm
ALTITUDE 790 MSL RALLY EDITION
FRAMESMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
SIZES XS / SM / MD / LG / XL
SHOCK
Fox Float X Remote Kashima CTD Custom Trail Valved. SMOOTHLINK™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Bottom Out Control / Kashima Coating / Adjustable Suspension Rate
RECOMMENDED FORK 160mm MaxHEADSET IS42mm Top / 52mm BottomFRONT DERAILLEUR E Type Low Direct Mount S3 + ISCG 05BOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92SEATPOST DIAMETER 30.9mm
BLIZZARD
FRAME
Rocky Mountain FORM™ Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. 100mm BB. 12x197mm Axle. Zero Stack Tapered Headtube. Internal Cable Routing. Reverb Stealth Compatible.
SIZES SM / MD / LG / XLSHOCK N/A
INCLUDED FORKRockShox Bluto RL. 100mm. Motion Control DNA Lockout / Rebound / 15x 150mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
HEADSET ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm BottomFRONT DERAILLEUR E Type Low Direct Mount S3BOTTOM BRACKET Press Fit BB92SEATPOST DIAMETER 30.9mmFRONT HUB Wheeltech Fatso Hub / 6 Bolt / 32H / 15x150mm Axle
REAR HUBWheeltech Fatso Hub / 6 Bolt / 32H / 6 Pawl Freehub Body / 12x197mm Axle
R — Thomas Vanderham
P — Margus Riga
L — Lillooet, Colombie-Britanique
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