Rocky Mountain Vertex 970 RSL 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,399$
Weight | 11 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 × 11 -
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. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing.
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID RL 29. 100mm. Motion Control DNA Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT 34.9mm 2x11spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec II 2x11spd
Cassette
Shimano XT 11-40T 11spd
Crank
Race Face Aeffect SL Cinch 170-175mm 38/28T 2x11spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano XT 11spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Helix TR25 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé
Spokes
WTB 2.0-1.8 Butted
Tires
Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 160/180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT I-Spec II Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
RMB 7° x 70-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Zero9 Flat 31.8mm x 700mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm | 318 mm |
| Front Center | 639 mm | 638 mm | 660 mm | 684 mm | 707 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 83 mm | 80 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 593 mm | 613 mm | 618 mm | 632 mm | 646 mm |
| Reach | 387 mm | 390 mm | 411 mm | 430 mm | 448 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 576 mm | 598 mm | 621 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1071 mm | 1093 mm | 1117 mm | 1140 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 744 mm | 758 mm | 782 mm | 814 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| 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
Vertex 970 RSL is a Rockymountain Vertex model. 67 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Vertex 20 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 729$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL 2016, is the most expensive and costs 4799$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 3399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Vertex 970 RSL price is 78.43% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 11 kg (24.25 lbs), Rocky Mountain bike is considerably lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 12.73% 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.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox SID fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Vertex 970 RSL are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Vertex 970 RSL comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.