Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL Frame 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,899$
Weight | 2.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Suspension Full
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Smoothwall Carbon. BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Pipelock Main Pivot. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Kashima Rear Remote Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Firm - Medium - Open Settings
Drivetrain
Front Derailleur
E Type Low Direct Mount S3 (not included)
Bottom Bracket
Press Fit BB92 (not included)
Cockpit
Headset
IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered (not included)
Seat
Seatpost
30.9mm (not included)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 679 mm | 705 mm | 731 mm | 763 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 551 mm | 560 mm | 570 mm | 584 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 396 mm | 418 mm | 441 mm | 467 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 563 mm | 588 mm | 613 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1098 mm | 1124 mm | 1150 mm | 1182 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Thunderbolt 799 MSL Frame is part of the Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. 53 frames variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Thunderbolt frames models from 2016, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail frames
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail frame that is reliable is 1736$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail frame. To sum up, when you purchase your frame, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2899$. In conclusion, this frame price is 66.99% higher than the price of the average Trail frame.
Average weight for Trail frames
Trail frames have an average weight of 2.93 kg (6.46 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Thunderbolt 799 MSL Frame weighs 2.4 kg (5.29 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 22.08% lighter than the average Trail frame.
Overview of components
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this frame has the Fox Float DPS Kashima Rear Remote model, with a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Sizes
This frame is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.