Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
10,999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Fox Float 32
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Groupset XTR Di2 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Pipelock™ Main Pivot + BC2™ & ABC™ Bushings. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float 27.5 120 FIT CTD Adjust Kashima. 120mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (3 Position Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer
Rear Shock
Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom Trail Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 120mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR Di2 Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano XTR Di2 E Mount 2x11spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR Switch Shift Di2 I-Spec II 2x11spd
Cassette
Shimano XTR 11-40T 11spd
Crank
Shimano XTR 170-175mm 38/28T 2x11spd
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR Press Fit
Chain
Shimano XTR Sil-Tec 11spd
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Stan\'s 3.30Ti Hub / 24H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Stan\'s 3.30Ti Hub / 28H / Alloy Freehub / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Stan\'s Valor Carbon Tubeless Ready
Spokes
Sapim Laser
Tires
Maxxis Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready F + R: Ardent Race 27.5\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XTR I-Spec II Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Turbine CNC 35mm 6° x 60-80mm
Handlebar
Race Face Next SL Carbon 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
ESI Silicone Super Light
Headset
Cane Creek Forty Series: IS42mm Top / IS52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Carbon
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 350-420mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 679 mm | 705 mm | 731 mm | 763 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 551 mm | 560 mm | 570 mm | 584 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm | 396 mm | 418 mm | 441 mm | 467 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 563 mm | 588 mm | 613 mm | 643 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 521 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° | 67.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1098 mm | 1124 mm | 1150 mm | 1182 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm | 694 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Thunderbolt 799 MSL is a Rockymountain Thunderbolt model. There are 53 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2015 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 710 2015 has a starting price of 1999$. Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2015 on the other hand is the most expensive at 10999$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 10999$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 298.23% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL 2015 bike is equipped with the Fox Float 32 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
The Thunderbolt 799 MSL has a rear shock with a travel of 120mm. The model Fox Float CTD Remote Kashima Custom is the one installed in this bike. 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 Thunderbolt 799 MSL are the 27.5″ carbon type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Thunderbolt 799 MSL has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 799 MSL bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!