Rocky Mountain Growler 730 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
899$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Threaded BB. Tapered Zerostack Headtube. Reverb Stealth Compatible.
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM32 Coil 120mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio
Cassette
Shimano HG-300 12-36T
Crank
Rocky Mountain Microdrive 28T
Bottom Bracket
FSA Square Taper
Chain
KMC X9
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35
Rims
Alex MD35 Tubeless Compatible
Spokes
Stainless 2.0
Tires
WTB Ranger 3.0 XXS - XS: 26" / S-XXL: 27.5"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M355 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M355
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 50-60mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57B Reducer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.72 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm |
| Front Center | 646 mm | 671 mm | 691 mm | 717 mm | 737 mm | 764 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 52 mm | 56 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 94 mm | 90 mm | 94 mm | 95 mm | 99 mm |
| Stack | 595 mm | 595 mm | 612 mm | 617 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 345 mm | 369 mm | 384 mm | 413 mm | 432 mm | 457 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 529 mm | 554 mm | 579 mm | 604 mm | 624 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 381 mm | 430 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1067 mm | 1092 mm | 1119 mm | 1145 mm | 1165 mm | 1192 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Growler 730 belongs to the Rockymountain Growler model. 39 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Growler 730 2017 has a starting price of 899$. Rocky Mountain Growler 750 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1699$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Growler 730 price was 899$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Growler 730 price is 207.23% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCM model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Growler 730 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Growler 730 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!