Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Integrated 1-1/8\" Headtube. Rack and Fender Mounts
Suspension Fork
Suntour NEX DS. 63mm. Preload
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera 31.8mm 9spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera Rapid Fire 9spd
Cassette
Shimano HG200 11-34T 9spd
Crank
Suntour NCX 170-175mm 48/36/26T
Bottom Bracket
Suntour Sealed Cartridge
Chain
KMC X9 9spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Wheeltech Disc QR / 6 Bolt / 32H
Rear Hub
Wheeltech Disc QR / 6 Bolt / 32H
Rims
Wheeltech TD26 by Alex Rims
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
WTB All Terrain Comp 700x37c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M290 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M290
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC 7° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Ø31.8mm x 680mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Dual Density Ergo Lock On
Headset
FSA No. 8B: IS42mm Top - Bottom
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC Dual Bolt 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 650 | 669 mm | 681 mm | 691 mm | 695 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 588 mm | 599 mm | 614 mm | 629 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm | 1110 mm | 1122 mm | 1132 mm | 1136 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 722 mm | 752 mm | 790 mm | 829 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Whistler 30 is part of the Rockymountain Whistler model. Rocky Mountain launched 22 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Average price for Hybrid bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Hybrid bike that is reliable is 562$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Hybrid bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Whistler 30 2015 bike is equipped with the SunTour NEX fork, and has 63mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Whistler 30 2015, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Whistler 30 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.