Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour XCR
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Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rocky Mountain 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Threaded BB. ZeroStack Tapered Headtube. Rack and Fender Mounts.
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR HLO 27.5. 120mm (XXS: 100mm). Hydraulic Lockout / Rebound
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera 9spd 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera Rapid Fire 9spd
Cassette
Shimano HG200 11-34T 9spd
Crank
Shimano M391 170-175mm 44/32/22T 9spd
Bottom Bracket
FSA 7420
Chain
Shimano HG53 9spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H
Rims
Wheeltech TD26 By Alex
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Sphinx 27.5\" x 2.25\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M355 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M355
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC7 7° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain XC Kraton
Headset
FSA #57 Internal: ZS44 | ZS56mm
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC 27.2mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 326 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 615 mm | 641 mm | 656 mm | 666 mm | 669 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 7 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm | 118 mm | 132 mm |
| Stack | 560 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 621 mm | 646 mm |
| Reach | 352 mm | 363 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm | 403 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 534 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.4 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 581 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.4 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1041 mm | 1040 mm | 1066 mm | 1081 mm | 1091 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Standover Height | 679 mm | 704 mm | 731 mm | 760 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Soul 27.5 completes the Rockymountain Soul model. 39 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Soul 29 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 899$. Rocky Mountain Soul 27.5 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 899$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Soul 27.5 price is 207.23% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Soul 27.5 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCR fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Soul 27.5 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. 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 Soul 27.5 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.