Rocky Mountain Sherpa 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,499$
Weight | 13.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 95mm -
Fork Manitou Magnum Comp
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic 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
Smoothwall™ Carbon. Form™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Rear Triangle. ABC™ Pivots. Press Fit BB
Suspension Fork
Manitou Magnum 27.5+. 120mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / 110x15mm HexLock Axle / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
Manitou McLeod Custom Valved. Smoothlink™ Design 95mm. Rebound / 4 Position IPA Platform Settings
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore E Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Turbine Cinch Custom 83mm 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Cinch 30mm BB92 Press Fit w. 83mm Adapters
Chain
KMC X10 10spd EcoProtect Anti Rust
Wheels
Front Hub
SUNringle SRC Plus / Fat Fork Specific / 6 Bolt / 32H / 15x110mm Axle
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350 / 6 Bolt / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle / Star Ratchet Freehub
Rims
WTB Scraper i45 27.5+ TCS Incl Tubeless Kit
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
WTB Trailblazer 27.5+ TCS 27.5\" x 2.8\" Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M506 I-Spec Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 70-100mm
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve 3/4 Riser Ø31.8mm x 725mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Mushroom
Headset
Cane Creek Fifteen Series: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.62 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm | 325 mm |
| Front Center | 636 mm | 667 mm | 690 mm | 716 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 49 mm | 47 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 81 mm | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 606 mm | 616 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 389 mm | 410 mm | 432 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552 mm | 576 mm | 599 mm | 624 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.4 ° | 69.4 ° | 69.4 ° | 69.4 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073 mm | 1104 mm | 1127 mm | 1153 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 717 mm | 717 mm | 717 mm | 717 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Sherpa is a Rockymountain Sherpa model. Rocky Mountain launched 2 bikes of this model so far.
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 Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2016 and its price was 3499$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 83.67% more expensive.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 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, Sherpa has a weight of 13.8 kg (30.42 lbs). In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 11.29% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Manitou Magnum Comp is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Manitou McLeod Custom Valved. Smoothlink™ Design rear shock model, which has a travel of 95mm. 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
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Sherpa 2016, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. 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 Sherpa comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Rocky Mountain Sherpa bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.