Rocky Mountain Vertex Carbon 50 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,999$
Weight | 10.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL Carbon. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 27.2mm Dropper Post Compatible
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shift Levers
Shimano XT
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 32T Steel
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
KMC X12
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm Torque Cap
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST Light i25 TCS 2.0 Tubeless
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ray 29 x 2.25 Performance Folding / Schwalbe Racing Ralph 29 x 2.25 Performance Folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX 2 Piston / Shimano RT66 180mm / Shimano RT66 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Flat Top 760mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | SM | MD | MD | LG | LG | XL | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.55 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 295 mm | 314 mm | 295 mm | 314 mm | 295 mm | 314 mm | 295 mm |
| Front Center | 653 mm | 653 mm | 678 mm | 678 mm | 704 mm | 704 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 83 mm | 76 mm | 83 mm | 76 mm | 83 mm | 76 mm | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Stack | 596.2 mm | 596.2 mm | 600.86 mm | 600.86 mm | 614.9 mm | 614.9 mm | 628.96 mm | 628.96 mm |
| Reach | 384.9 mm | 384.9 mm | 408.5 mm | 408.5 mm | 429.2 mm | 429.2 mm | 449.9 mm | 449.9 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 569 mm | 594 mm | 594 mm | 619 mm | 619 mm | 644 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070 mm | 1070 mm | 1095 mm | 1095 mm | 1121 mm | 1121 mm | 1147 mm | 1147 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 820 mm | 806 mm | 820 mm | 806 mm | 820 mm | 806 mm | 820 mm | 806 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 158 cm | 168 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 171 cm | 180 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Vertex Carbon 50 belongs to the Rockymountain Vertex model. There are 67 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Vertex bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Vertex Jr 20 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 689$. Rocky Mountain Vertex Carbon 90 2020 on the other hand costs 5499$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Vertex Carbon 50 price was 2999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Vertex Carbon 50 price is 57.43% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
With a weight of 10.6 kg (23.37 lbs), Rocky Mountain bike is much lighter than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 16.98% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Vertex Carbon 50 components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Vertex Carbon 50 2020 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Vertex Carbon 50 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Rocky Mountain Vertex Carbon 50 bike has 8 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.