Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset X5, X7 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic 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
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.
Suspension Fork
Manitou Marvel LTD.120mm / ACT Air / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / Alloy Steerer
Rear Shock
Manitou Radium Expert Custom Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X5 3x10spd
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7 S3 Direct Mount 3x10spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X5 Triggers 3x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
FSA Gamma Drive 170-175mm 44/32/22T 3x10spd
Bottom Bracket
FSA Press Fit Mega Exo
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Pedals
Rocky Mountain AM Flats
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 9 x 100mm QR
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 10 x 135mm QR
Rims
Wheeltech TD26 by Alex Rims
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Maxxis F: Ardent 27.5\" x 2.25\" R: Ardent Race 27.5\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M395
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 70-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
Cane Creek Fifteen Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Reducer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 350mm
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 710 is part of the Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. 53 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Thunderbolt bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2015 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1999$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2015 on the other hand costs 10999$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2015 and its price was 1999$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 38.17% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Manitou model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 bike has the Manitou Radium Expert Custom Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Lockout model installed, and has a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2015, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Thunderbolt 710 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.