Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy. BC2™ / ABC™ Pivots. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearing Main Pivot. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. FORM™ Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL 120mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch Debonair R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano HG-500 11-42T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect Cinch 30T Steel
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92
Chain
KMC X10-1
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano M618 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano M615
Rims
WTB SX19
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF Folding 26 x 2.35 / Maxxis Ikon Folding 26 x 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT500
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain XC 720mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA No. 57B
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS Steep | XXS Steep | XS Slack | XXS Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Front Center | 654 mm | 654 mm | 654 mm | 654 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Stack | 526 mm | 526 mm | 540 mm | 540 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 377 mm | 356 mm | 356 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 496 mm | 496 mm | 501 mm | 501 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.3 ° | 77.3 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 64.3 ° | 64.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1068 mm | 1068 mm | 1072 mm | 1072 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -3 mm | -3 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm |
| Standover Height | 743 mm | 708 mm | 736 mm | 701 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Reaper 26 belongs to the Rockymountain Reaper model. There are 22 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Reaper 24 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1839$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Reaper 26 2018, is the most expensive and costs 2389$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Mountain bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Mountain bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 616$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Mountain bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2389$. In conclusion, this bike price is 287.82% more expensive than the price of the average Mountain bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Reaper 26 2018 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch Debonair R rear shock model, which has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on Reaper 26 are the 26″ aluminum type. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Reaper 26 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.