Rocky Mountain Altitude 730 2015
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 150mm
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Travel Rear 150mm
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Fork X Fusion
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Groupset X9, X5
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
X Fusion Sweep RL2 Air 27.5. 150mm. 34mm Stanchions / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm XLock / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 150mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spd
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X5 Triggers 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Ride 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Maxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Folding 27.5\" x 2.3\" R: Ardent EXO Folding 27.5\" x 2.4\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 60-70mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
Cane Creek Fifteen Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Race Face 30.9mm x 375mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 365 mm | 365 mm | 365 mm | 365 mm | 365 mm |
| Front Center | 667 mm | 692 mm | 714 mm | 735 mm | 761 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 39 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 110 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 111 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 575 mm | 585 mm | 594 mm | 603 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 390 mm | 408 mm | 425 mm | 446 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 563 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm | 628 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° | 66.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1093 mm | 1118 mm | 1140 mm | 1161 mm | 1187 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -10 mm | -10 mm | -10 mm | -10 mm | -10 mm |
| Standover Height | 732 mm | 732 mm | 732 mm | 732 mm | 732 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 |
About this model
Altitude 730 belongs to the Rockymountain Altitude model. 88 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Altitude 730 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2699$. Rocky Mountain Altitude 799 MSL 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 9499$.
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 Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2015 for 2699$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 33.35% lower.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Altitude 730 components
Fork
The Altitude 730 comes factory-installed with the X Fusion fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The Altitude 730 has a rear shock with a travel of 150mm. The model Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. is the one installed in this bike. 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
When it comes to wheels, the Altitude 730 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Altitude 730 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Altitude 730 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
