Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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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 Frame ZeroStack 1-1/8\" Headtube Rack and Fender Mounts
Suspension Fork
Suntour NVX HLO
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera 31.8mm 9spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera Rapid Fire 9spd
Cassette
Shimano HG20 11-32T 9spd
Crank
Suntour XCT 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Suntour Sealed Cartridge
Chain
KMC X9 9spd
Pedals
Rocky Mountain Composite with Rubber Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RM35
Rear Hub
Shimano RM35
Rims
Freedom Cruz Disc 700c
Spokes
Stainless
Tires
Kenda Kross Plus 700x40c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M395
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain XC 15° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain Ø25.4mm x 620mm x 5° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Triple Density
Headset
Cane Creek Five Series: ZS44mm
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain XC+
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain XC Dual Bolt 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 650 | 669 mm | 681 mm | 691 mm | 695 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 588 mm | 599 mm | 614 mm | 629 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm | 1110 mm | 1122 mm | 1132 mm | 1136 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 683 mm | 722 mm | 752 mm | 790 mm | 829 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Whistler 30 belongs to the Rockymountain Whistler model. 22 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Whistler bikes models from 2013, here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Hybrid bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Whistler 30 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Whistler 30 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Whistler 30 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.