Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
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
Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Threaded BB. Tapered Zerostack Headtube. Rack and Fender Mounts.
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT 29. 100mm (XS: 80mm) / Preload
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera 31.8mm 9spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus EZ-Fire 9spd
Cassette
Shimano HG200 11-34T 9spd
Crank
Suntour XCM V1 170-175mm 44/32/22T 9spd
Bottom Bracket
Suntour Sealed Cartridge
Chain
Shimano HG53 9spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H
Rims
Wheeltech TD26 By Alex
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Sphinx 29\" x 2.1\"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novela Mechanical Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Altus
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC7 7° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Zero6 Flat Ø31.8mm x 670mm x 6° 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 | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.58 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 637 mm | 630 mm | 652 mm | 676 mm | 699 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 83 mm | 88 mm | 90 mm | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 603 mm | 621 mm | 621 mm | 634 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 386 mm | 410 mm | 429 mm | 446 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 576 mm | 598 mm | 621 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm | 453 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1084 mm | 1077 mm | 1099 mm | 1123 mm | 1146 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 744 mm | 758 mm | 782 mm | 814 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| 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 |
About this model
Flare 29 completes the Rockymountain Flare model. There are 3 bikes that carry this model name.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 699$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 172.53% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCT model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Flare 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.