Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 50 2019

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

Category
- Mountain
- |
- Trail
Frame Aluminum
Wheels 27.5" / 26"
Travel Front 130mm
Travel Rear 130mm
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
Groupset XT, SLX
Suspension Full
Drivetrain 1 × 11
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

Fox 34 Float Performance 130mm

Rear Shock

Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT

Shift Levers

Shimano SLX

Cassette

Shimano SLX 11-46T

Crank

Race Face Aeffect Cinch 32T Steel

Bottom Bracket

Race Face BB92 24mm

Chain

KMC X11-1

Wheels

Front Hub

Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm

Rims

Sun Helix TR25 SL Tubeless Compatible - Tape | Valves | Sealant Not Incl

Spokes

WTB 2.0-1.8

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHR II Folding 27.5 x 2.3 / Maxxis Minion DHR II Folding 27.5 x 2.3

Brakes

Shimano MT500 / Shimano RT66 180mm / Shimano RT66 180mm

Brake Levers

Shimano MT500

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

Seatpost

Race Face Aeffect Dropper 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	1.43 mm	1.46 mm	1.5 mm	1.52 mm	1.36 mm	1.39 mm	1.42 mm	1.45 mm	1.31 mm	1.34 mm	1.37 mm	1.39 mm	1.27 mm	1.3 mm	1.32 mm	1.34 mm	1.24 mm	1.25 mm	1.28 mm	1.3 mm
Bottom Bracket Height	342 mm	333 mm	327 mm	319 mm	342 mm	333 mm	327 mm	319 mm	342 mm	333 mm	327 mm	319 mm	342 mm	333 mm	327 mm	319 mm	342 mm	333 mm	327 mm	319 mm
Front Center	674 mm	678 mm	676 mm	678 mm	706 mm	710 mm	707 mm	710 mm	732 mm	736 mm	732 mm	736 mm	759 mm	762 mm	759 mm	763 mm	791 mm	795 mm	792 mm	795 mm
Rake	43 mm	44 mm	45 mm	43 mm	44 mm	45 mm	46 mm	43 mm	44 mm	44 mm	43 mm	43 mm	45 mm	44 mm	44 mm	43 mm	45 mm	44 mm	44 mm	42 mm
Trail	100 mm	97 mm	106 mm	106 mm	99 mm	96 mm	105 mm	106 mm	99 mm	97 mm	108 mm	106 mm	98 mm	97 mm	107 mm	106 mm	98 mm	97 mm	107 mm	107 mm
Stack	579 mm	582 mm	587 mm	590 mm	588 mm	591 mm	596 mm	600 mm	597 mm	600 mm	606 mm	609 mm	606 mm	610 mm	615 mm	618 mm	620 mm	623 mm	629 mm	633 mm
Reach	404 mm	399 mm	392 mm	387 mm	431 mm	426 mm	419 mm	415 mm	454 mm	449 mm	442 mm	437 mm	476 mm	471 mm	465 mm	460 mm	502 mm	498 mm	491 mm	486 mm
Top Tube Length	551 mm	552 mm	554 mm	555 mm	580.4 mm	582 mm	584 mm	585 mm	605 mm	607 mm	609 mm	610 mm	630 mm	632 mm	634 mm	635 mm	660 mm	662 mm	664 mm	665 mm
Seat Tube Angle	75.6 °	75.1 °	74.4 °	73.9 °	75.6 °	75.1 °	74.4 °	73.9 °	75.6 °	75.1 °	74.4 °	73.9 °	75.6 °	75.1 °	74.4 °	73.9 °	75.6 °	75.1 °	74.4 °	73.9 °
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	67.6 °	67.1 °	66.4 °	65.9 °	67.6 °	67.1 °	66.4 °	65.9 °	67.6 °	67.1 °	66.4 °	65.9 °	67.6 °	67.1 °	66.4 °	65.9 °	67.6 °	67.1 °	66.4 °	65.9 °
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	1105 mm	1109 mm	1107 mm	1111 mm	1137 mm	1141 mm	1139 mm	1143 mm	1163 mm	1167 mm	1164 mm	1169 mm	1190 mm	1193 mm	1191 mm	1196 mm	1222 mm	1226 mm	1224 mm	1228 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop	13 mm	10 mm	28 mm	24 mm	13 mm	10 mm	28 mm	24 mm	13 mm	10 mm	28 mm	24 mm	13 mm	10 mm	28 mm	24 mm	13 mm	10 mm	28 mm	24 mm
Standover Height	804 mm	803 mm	799 mm	798 mm	804 mm	803 mm	799 mm	798 mm	804 mm	803 mm	799 mm	798 mm	804 mm	803 mm	799 mm	798 mm	804 mm	803 mm	799 mm	798 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 50 completes the Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. Rocky Mountain released 53 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.

Model range prices

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 10 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1999$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 90 BC Edition 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 5999$.

Safety

When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.

Average price for Trail bikes

According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. 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.

When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2019, its price was 3349$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 21.25% higher.

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.

Overview of components

Fork

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 50 2019 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 34 fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.

Rear Shock

From the factory, it comes with the Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance rear shock model, which has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.

Wheels size

As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 50 2019, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.

Brakes

Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 50 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.

Dropper post

The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped 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 50 2019

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

Internal Cable Routing

Overview of components

Fork

Rear Shock

Wheels size

Brakes

Dropper post

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