Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Altus, SunRace -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Alloy. Threaded BB. Tapered Zerostack Headtube. Dropper Post Compatible.
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM34 Boost 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus 8 Spd
Shift Levers
SunRace DLM400 Trigger
Cassette
SunRace CSM680 11-40T 8 Spd
Crank
Rocky Mountain Microdrive 28T
Bottom Bracket
FSA Sealed Cartridge Bearing
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Alloy Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400 Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505
Rims
Alex MD35
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
WTB Ranger 26 x 2.8 Comp
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 2 Piston
Brake Levers
Shimano MT200
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain XC 720mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA No. 57B
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain Pivotal Kids
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Pivotal 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 26" | 27cm |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.577 mm | mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | mm |
| Reach | 366 mm | mm |
| Top Tube Length | 540 mm | mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 335 mm | mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | mm |
| Standover Height | 767 mm | mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Growler Jr 26 completes the Rockymountain Growler model. There are 39 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Growler bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Growler Jr 24 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 719$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Growler 50 2020, is the most expensive and costs 1899$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Mountain bikes
If you want an acceptable Mountain bike you should know that the average price is 616$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Mountain bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 769$. If we compare this with the average Mountain bike cost we notice that the price is 24.84% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The Growler Jr 26 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. 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
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Growler Jr 26 2020, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Growler Jr 26 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.