Rocky Mountain Vertex 970 RSL 2014
2014 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,899$
Weight | 10.57 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
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 Frame Tapered Head Tube Press Fit BB Internal Cable Routing
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID RL 29
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT 34.9mm 2x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano HG75 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition / Alloy Nipples
Tires
Continental Race King Folding 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT I-Spec Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Turbine 6° x 70-100mm
Handlebar
Race Face Turbine Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
Cane Creek Ten Series: IS42mm Top / IS52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain XC Light
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 638 mm | 660 mm | 683 mm | 707 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 49 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 81 mm | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 600.9 mm | 605.7 mm | 619.8 mm | 633.9 mm |
| Reach | 378.4 mm | 399 mm | 417.7 mm | 436.4 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 586 mm | 609 mm | 632 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1081 mm | 1104 mm | 1128 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 732 mm | 746 mm | 770 mm | 802 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Vertex 970 RSL is a Rockymountain Vertex model. Rocky Mountain launched 67 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Vertex bikes models from 2014, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Vertex 24 2014 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 849$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL 2014, is the most expensive and costs 4899$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2014, its price was 3899$. In conclusion, this bike price is 104.67% more expensive than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 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.
Weighing 10.57 kg (23.3 lbs), the Vertex 970 RSL model is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 17.31% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Vertex 970 RSL components
Fork
The RockShox SID is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The Vertex 970 RSL 2014 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Rocky Mountain Vertex 970 RSL bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.