RSD MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,699$
Weight | 12.93 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Titanium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork RockShox Pike Select
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Groupset SLX, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
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
27.5+/29 Titanium Butted and Heat Treated
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Pike Select RC 27.5+/29 140mm 51mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX Long Cage 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX Trigger 12spd
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T 12spd
Crank
Race Face Turbine Cinch 175mm DM
Bottom Bracket
Race Face 73mm BSA
Chain
KMC 12spd
Wheels
Rims
Sun Ringle Duroc 27.5x40mm Front 15x110mm Boost
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5 x 2.8 Addix Evolution Speedgrip
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX 4 Pistons M7120
Disk Rotors
Shimano SLX 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 35mm Turbine R 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face 35mm Turbine R 780mm
Grips
Lizard Skin Northshore
Headset
Cane Creek ZS-44
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp 142mm
Seatpost
Race Face Turbine / KS LEV Dropper (S 125mm, M & L 150mm, XL 175mm) with SouthPaw Lever
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm |
| Front Center | 757 mm | 774 mm | 791 mm | 819 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 105 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm | 122 mm |
| Stack | 603 mm | 612 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm |
| Reach | 404 mm | 441 mm | 458 mm | 482 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 618 mm | 635 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.1 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1162 mm | 1179 mm | 1196 mm | 1224 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 688 mm | 703 mm | 707 mm | 710 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX is part of the Rsd Middlechild model. 42 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rsd Middlechild bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
RSD MIDDLECHILD Aluminum 29in SX 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1499$. RSD MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX 2020 on the other hand costs 3699$, and is the most expensive model.
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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3699$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX price is 33.92% more expensive.
Average weight for Trail bikes
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 12.93 kg (28.51 lbs), RSD bike is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 0.39% lighter than the average weight of Trail bikes.
MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Pike Select fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX 2020 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. RSD MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
RSD MIDDLECHILD Titanium 27.5+ SLX bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.