Rocky Mountain Growler 40 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 140mm
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Fork Suntour RAIDON
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Groupset Deore, SRAM
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 170cm
MD
167cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Alloy. Threaded BB. Boost 148mm. Tapered Zerostack Headtube. Dropper Post Compatible. Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Suntour Raidon 34 LOR Air Boost 140mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 12spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSMZ800 WA10 11-51
Crank
Rocky Mountain Microdrive 2PC | 30T | SRAM Direct Mount | 24mm Spindle | Crank Length: SM-MD = 170-mm | LG - XL = 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Rocky Mountain Sealed - Shimano Compatible
Chain
Shimano M6100
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Rocky Mountain Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
F: WTB Vigilante TCS Light High Grip Tri-Tec 29 x 2.6 | R: WTB Trail Boss G2 TCS Light Fast Rolling Tri-Tec 29 x 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
Clarks M2 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F: Shimano RT30 180mm | R: Shimano RT30 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 7° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 800mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
Rocky Mountain | Loose Ball Bearings | 1.5" Crown Race
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain 148 Steel
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Alloy | 30.9mm # SM = 125mm | MD 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Front Center | 754 mm | 780 mm | 809 mm | 839 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 137 mm | 137 mm | 137 mm | 136 mm |
| Stack | 627 mm | 631 mm | 640 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 447 mm | 472 mm | 497 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 590 mm | 617 mm | 644 mm | 672 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1180 mm | 1207 mm | 1236 mm | 1266 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 776 mm | 799 mm | 801 mm | 815 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Growler 40 is a Rockymountain Growler model. There are 39 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Growler Jr 20 SunRace 2023 has a starting price of 909$. Rocky Mountain Growler 50 Shimano 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2299$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 1799$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 53.53% smaller.
Growler 40 components
Fork
The Suntour RAIDON is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Growler 40 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Growler 40 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Growler 40 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 198 cm (5.15 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.
