Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset 105
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 SL Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy 1-1/8\" ZeroStack Headtube Rack and Fender Mounts Performance Fondo Geometry
Suspension Fork
Rocky Mountain SL Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 34.9mm 10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 10spd
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 12-30T 10spd
Crank
Shimano 105 170-172.5-175mm 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano 105 68mm
Chain
Shimano 105
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano R501A
Rear Hub
Shimano R501A
Rims
Shimano R501A 24mm
Spokes
Shimano Aero Bladed
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro 25c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R312 Dual Pivot
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain Road Adjustable -8° to 16° x 80-120mm
Handlebar
FSA Omega Compact Ø31.8mm x 400-440mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Synthetic Wrap
Headset
FSA No.10p: ZeroStack™ 44mm
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain SL Road
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain UD Carbon 31.6mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 264 mm | 264 mm | 266 mm | 267 mm | 267 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 580 mm | 590 mm | 605 mm | 618 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 526 mm | 541 mm | 556 mm | 581 mm | 606 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 145 mm | 170 mm | 205 mm | 230 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 416 mm | 421 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 977 mm | 982 mm | 996 mm | 1016 mm | 1032 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Standover Height | 732 mm | 755 mm | 782 mm | 816 mm | 842 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Oxygen 50 completes the Rockymountain Oxygen model. Rocky Mountain launched 8 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2014 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
General Road bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid General Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1915$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Road bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Overview of components
Fork material
Oxygen 50 has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Oxygen 50 2014, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Oxygen 50 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
