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 XCT
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Groupset Altus, Suntour -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Threaded BB. ZeroStack Tapered Headtube. Rack and Fender Mounts
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT DS 27.5. 120mm (XXS: 100mm). Preload
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus 31.8mm 8spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EZ Fire 8spd
Cassette
Shimano HG200 11-32T 8spd
Crank
Suntour XCC V1 170-175mm 44/32/22T 8spd
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z-72 8spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM33 / Centerlock / 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano RM33 / Centerlock / 32H
Rims
Wheeltech SX19 By WTB
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Kenda Fifty50 27.5\" x 2.1\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M375 Mechanical Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Altus EZ Fire
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC7 7° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC 25.4mm x 660mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
FSA #57 Internal: ZS44 | ZS56mm
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC 27.2mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 317 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm |
| Front Center | 612 mm | 615 mm | 641 mm | 656 mm | 666 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 552 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 363 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm | 403 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 534 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.1 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035 mm | 1040 mm | 1066 mm | 1081 mm | 1091 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 38 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Standover Height | 669 mm | 704 mm | 731 mm | 760 mm | 780 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Soul 700 belongs to the Rockymountain Soul model. Rocky Mountain launched 39 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Soul bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Soul 700 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 599$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Soul 730 2016, is the most expensive and costs 899$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 599$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 361.1% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The Soul 700 2016 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Soul 700 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!