Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 30 2020

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

Category
- Mountain
- |
- Trail
Frame Aluminum
Wheels 27.5" / 26"
Travel Front 140mm
Travel Rear 140mm
Fork RockShox Sektor
Groupset SX Eagle
Suspension Full
Drivetrain 1 × 12
Brakes Hydraulic Disc

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

FORM Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate

Suspension Fork

RockShox Sektor RL 140mm 37mm Offset

Rear Shock

RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

SRAM SX Eagle

Shift Levers

SRAM SX Eagle

Cassette

SRAM PG-1210 11-50T

Crank

SRAM SX Eagle 34T

Bottom Bracket

SRAM BB92 DUB

Chain

SRAM SX Eagle

Wheels

Front Hub

Shimano MT400 Boost 15mm

Rear Hub

Shimano MT400 Boost 148mm

Rims

WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless

Spokes

2.0 Stainless

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHR II WT EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.4 / Maxxis Minion DHR II WT EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.4

Brakes

Shimano MT400 2 Piston / Shimano RT54 180mm / Shimano RT54 180mm

Brake Levers

Shimano MT400

Cockpit

Stem

Rocky Mountain AM

Handlebar

Rocky Mountain AM 760mm

Grips

Rocky Mountain Lock On Light

Headset

FSA Orbit NO.57E

Seat

Saddle

WTB Volt Race 142

Seatpost

Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop 30.9mm

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

Size	XS Steep	XS Steep	XS Slack	XS Slack	SM Steep	SM Steep	SM Slack	SM Slack	MD Steep	MD Steep	MD Slack	MD Slack	LG Steep	LG Steep	LG Slack	LG Slack	XL Steep	XL Steep	XL Slack	XL Slack
Stack Reach Ratio	1.46 mm	1.48 mm	1.52 mm	1.55 mm	1.39 mm	1.41 mm	1.45 mm	1.47 mm	1.34 mm	1.36 mm	1.39 mm	1.42 mm	1.3 mm	1.31 mm	1.34 mm	1.37 mm	1.25 mm	1.27 mm	1.3 mm	1.32 mm
Bottom Bracket Height	345 mm	337 mm	331 mm	323 mm	345 mm	337 mm	331 mm	323 mm	345 mm	337 mm	331 mm	323 mm	345 mm	337 mm	331 mm	323 mm	345 mm	337 mm	331 mm	323 mm
Front Center	678 mm	682 mm	679 mm	682 mm	710 mm	713 mm	711 mm	714 mm	736 mm	740 mm	737 mm	740 mm	762 mm	766 mm	764 mm	767 mm	795 mm	798 mm	796 mm	799 mm
Rake	44 mm	44 mm	44 mm	44 mm	45 mm	42 mm	44 mm	44 mm	44 mm	43 mm	44 mm	44 mm	44 mm	43 mm	44 mm	43 mm	44 mm	43 mm	43 mm	43 mm
Trail	102 mm	100 mm	111 mm	108 mm	101 mm	103 mm	111 mm	108 mm	102 mm	102 mm	111 mm	108 mm	102 mm	102 mm	111 mm	109 mm	102 mm	102 mm	112 mm	109 mm
Stack	582 mm	585 mm	590 mm	593 mm	591 mm	595 mm	600 mm	603 mm	600 mm	604 mm	609 mm	612 mm	610 mm	613 mm	618 mm	622 mm	623 mm	627 mm	633 mm	636 mm
Reach	399 mm	394 mm	387 mm	382 mm	426 mm	422 mm	415 mm	410 mm	449 mm	444 mm	437 mm	432 mm	471 mm	467 mm	460 mm	455 mm	498 mm	493 mm	486 mm	481 mm
Top Tube Length	552 mm	553 mm	555 mm	556 mm	582 mm	583 mm	585 mm	586 mm	607 mm	608 mm	610 mm	611 mm	632 mm	633 mm	635 mm	636 mm	662 mm	663 mm	665 mm	667 mm
Seat Tube Angle	75.1 °	74.6 °	73.9 °	73.5 °	75.1 °	74.6 °	73.9 °	73.5 °	75.1 °	74.6 °	73.9 °	73.5 °	75.1 °	74.6 °	73.9 °	73.5 °	75.1 °	74.6 °	73.9 °	73.5 °
Seat Tube Length	356 mm	356 mm	356 mm	356 mm	394 mm	394 mm	394 mm	394 mm	432 mm	432 mm	432 mm	432 mm	471 mm	471 mm	471 mm	471 mm	509 mm	509 mm	509 mm	509 mm
Head Tube Angle	67.1 °	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.5 °	67.1 °	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.5 °	67.1 °	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.5 °	67.1 °	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.5 °	67.1 °	66.6 °	65.9 °	65.5 °
Head Tube Length	100 mm	100 mm	100 mm	100 mm	110 mm	110 mm	110 mm	110 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm	120 mm	130 mm	130 mm	130 mm	130 mm	145 mm	145 mm	145 mm	145 mm
Chainstay Length	431 mm	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm	431 mm	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm	431 mm	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm	431 mm	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm	431 mm	431 mm	433 mm	434 mm
Wheelbase	1109 mm	1113 mm	1111 mm	1115 mm	1141 mm	1144 mm	1143 mm	1147 mm	1167 mm	1171 mm	1169 mm	1173 mm	1193 mm	1197 mm	1196 mm	1200 mm	1226 mm	1229 mm	1228 mm	1232 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop	10 mm	6 mm	24 mm	20 mm	10 mm	6 mm	24 mm	20 mm	10 mm	6 mm	24 mm	20 mm	10 mm	6 mm	24 mm	20 mm	10 mm	6 mm	24 mm	20 mm
Standover Height	811 mm	810 mm	806 mm	804 mm	811 mm	810 mm	806 mm	804 mm	811 mm	810 mm	806 mm	804 mm	811 mm	810 mm	806 mm	804 mm	811 mm	810 mm	806 mm	804 mm
Wheels	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"	27"	26"

About this model

Thunderbolt Alloy 30 is a Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. Rocky Mountain released 53 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.

Model range prices

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 10 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2099$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 90 2020 on the other hand costs 6899$, and is the most expensive model.

Safety

Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.

Average price for Trail bikes

According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.

This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 2599$. In conclusion, this bike price is 6.27% lower than the price of the average Trail bike.

Trail bikes average weight

On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 30 it’s weighing 14.2 kg (31.31 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 9.4% lower than this one.

Internal Cable Routing

It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.

Thunderbolt Alloy 30 components

Fork

The Thunderbolt Alloy 30 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Sektor fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.

Rear Shock

The shock that’s installed on this bike is RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, with a travel distance of 140mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.

Wheels size

As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 30 2020, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.

Brakes

We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Thunderbolt Alloy 30 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.

Dropper post

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 30 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.

Model years

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 30 2020

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Suspension Fork

Rear Shock

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shift Levers

Cassette

Crank

Bottom Bracket

Chain

Wheels

Front Hub

Rear Hub

Rims

Spokes

Tires

Brakes

Brakes

Brake Levers

Cockpit

Stem

Handlebar

Grips

Headset

Seat

Saddle

Seatpost

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

About this model

Model range prices

Safety

Average price for Trail bikes

Trail bikes average weight

Internal Cable Routing

Thunderbolt Alloy 30 components

Fork

Rear Shock

Wheels size

Brakes

Dropper post

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