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 XCM HLO
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
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. Tapered Zerostack Headtube. Rack and Fender Mounts.
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM HLO 27.5. 120mm (XXS: 100mm). Preload / Hydraulic Lockout
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus 31.8mm 9spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus Rapid Fire 9spd
Cassette
Shimano HG200 11-34T 9spd
Crank
Suntour XCT 170-175mm 44/32/22T 9spd
Bottom Bracket
Suntour Sealed Cartridge
Chain
KMC X9 9spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM33 / Centerlock / 32H
Rear Hub
Shimano RM33 / Centerlock / 32H
Rims
Wheeltech SX19 By WTB
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Maxxis Sphinx 27.5\" x 2.25\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M355 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M355
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC7 7° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Five15 XC 31.8mm 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 317 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm | 328 mm |
| Front Center | 612 mm | 615 mm | 641 mm | 656 mm | 666 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 24 mm | 24 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 114 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 552 mm | 582 mm | 592 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 363 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm | 403 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 534 mm | 559 mm | 579 mm | 594 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.6 ° | 72.1 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 343 mm | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° | 68.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035 mm | 1040 mm | 1066 mm | 1081 mm | 1091 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 38 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Standover Height | 669 mm | 704 mm | 731 mm | 760 mm | 780 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Soul 710 is part of the Rockymountain Soul model. Rocky Mountain launched 39 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Soul bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Soul 700 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 599$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Soul 730 2016, is the most expensive and costs 899$.
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 Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 729$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 278.88% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The Soul 710 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM HLO fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Soul 710 2016, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Soul 710 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.