Rocky Mountain Vertex 950 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Manitou
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Groupset XT, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain FORM™ Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Press Fit BB. Zero Stack Tapered Headtube. Internal Cable Routing
Suspension Fork
Manitou Marvel Pro. 100mm (XS: 80mm). TPC Absolute+ Damper / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm HexLock Axle / Tapered Steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT 31.8mm 2x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XT Rapid Fire I- Spec 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT15 / Centerlock / 28H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano MT15 / Centerlock / 28H / 10 x 135mm QR
Rims
Shimano MT15
Spokes
Shimano Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT I-Spec Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain L7 7° x 70-100mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 710mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
Cane Creek Fifteen Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 638 mm | 660 mm | 683 mm | 707 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 49 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 81 mm | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 600.9 mm | 605.7 mm | 619.8 mm | 633.9 mm |
| Reach | 378.4 mm | 399 mm | 417.7 mm | 436.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 586 mm | 609 mm | 632 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1081 mm | 1104 mm | 1128 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 732 mm | 746 mm | 770 mm | 802 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Vertex 950 completes the Rockymountain Vertex model. Rocky Mountain released 67 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Vertex bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Vertex 930 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1499$. Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 4899$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2015 for 1999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 4.93% higher than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Manitou model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Vertex 950 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Vertex 950 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.