Rocky Mountain Blizzard -10° 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Altus -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Mechanical 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 6061 Series Custom Formed Alloy. 100mm BB. 190mm QR. Zero Stack Headtube.
Suspension Fork
Rocky Mountain Fat Al
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano HG-300 12-36T
Crank
Rocky Mountain Microdrive 24T
Bottom Bracket
Rocky Mountain 100mm 2PC Sealed / Shimano Compatible
Chain
KMC Z99
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed 135mm QR
Rear Hub
SUNringlé SRC 190mm QR
Rims
Rocky Mountain Speedhole 95mm
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
Kenda Juggernaut 26 x 4.5
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M280 Mechanical Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro 2 Finger
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
FSA No. 10P
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.6 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Front Center | 693 mm | 718 mm | 739 mm | 761 mm |
| Rake | 56 mm | 55 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Trail | 85 mm | 86 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 617 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 410 mm | 428 mm | 442 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576 mm | 601 mm | 621 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1118 mm | 1143 mm | 1164 mm | 1186 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 711 mm | 732 mm | 752 mm | 777 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Blizzard -10° is part of the Rockymountain Blizzard model. Rocky Mountain launched 41 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Blizzard -10° 2017 has a starting price of 999$. Rocky Mountain Blizzard -30° 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1899$.
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.
Average price for Fatbike bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Fatbike bike is 1743$. However, you could also get a good Fatbike bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Blizzard -10° price is 74.47% lower than the average cost of a Fatbike bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Blizzard -10° has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The Blizzard -10° 2017 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Blizzard -10° comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Blizzard -10° comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.