Rocky Mountain Reaper 26 2023
2023 Youth
Estimate price |
2,769$
Weight | 13 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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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. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. 130mm Travel.
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Gold 130mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R High Volume | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 165x38mm | Light Tune
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 10spd
Cassette
Sunrace CSMS2 11-46T
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch | 30T | 24mm Spindle | 165mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB92 24mm
Chain
Shimano HG54
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost
Rear Hub
Shimano MT400 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i21 TCS Tubeless | 32H |
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.35 | R: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.35 |
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4100 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F: Shimano RT30 180mm | R: Shimano RT30 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Handlebar
SDG Slater | 650mm Width | 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Grips
SGD Slater JR Lock On
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57B | Retainer Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 133
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | 80mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | kids Steep | kids Neutral | kids Slack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 653 mm | 652 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Stack | 541 mm | 546 mm | 550 mm |
| Reach | 353 mm | 346 mm | 339 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 500 mm | 502 mm | 503 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.8 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 331 mm | 331 mm | 331 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.3 ° | 64.6 ° | 63.9 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 416 mm | 417 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1068 mm | 1070 mm | 1071 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -3 mm | 6 mm | 14 mm |
| Standover Height | 729 mm | 728 mm | 726 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Reaper 26 is part of the Rockymountain Reaper model. Rocky Mountain launched 22 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Reaper bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Reaper 24 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2239$. Rocky Mountain Reaper 27.5 Shimano 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2999$.
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 Mountain bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Mountain bike that is reliable is 616$. However, you could also get a good Mountain bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2769$. If we compare this with the average Mountain bike cost we notice that the price is 349.51% more expensive.
Mountain bikes average weight
Mountain bikes have an average weight of 11.4 kg (25.13 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
considerably heavier than average, Reaper 26 has a weight of 13 kg (28.66 lbs). In short, the average Mountain bike weight is 14.04% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Reaper 26 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch R High Volume | rear shock model, which has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Reaper 26 bike is equipped with the 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Reaper 26 includes a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.