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Today’s Deals2014 Rocky Mountain
Vertex 24
A 29″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$849| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 65mm |
| Fork | Suntour XCR Air |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 9 |
| Groupset | X5, Altus |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Vertex is a standout cross-country bike, praised for its lightweight carbon frame, impressive stiffness, and versatile performance suitable for both racing and trail riding. Its geometry and suspension setup offer a blend of agility and comfort, making it a favorite among riders. However, some components like the stock tires and saddle may not meet everyone's preferences.
Lightweight carbon fiber frame
Impressive stiffness and reasonable comfort
Versatile performance for cross-country racing and trail riding
Efficient under power with negligible flex
Aggressive but comfortable fit for long rides
Stock tires may not suit all riders
Firm saddle may be uncomfortable for some
Some components like brakes can get noisy in certain conditions
The Vertex 990 RSL is one of the nimblest 29ers we’ve ridden.
BikeRadarthis Canadian brand makes a mighty fine cross country race weapon too
Flow Mountain BikeThe weight is freakishly low for a bike that can be ridden off-road in any meaningful fashion
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Jan 2013
[SV_VIMEO id=”57988036″] Rocky Mountain are best known in Australia for their gravity-oriented bikes – it’s pretty hard to shake the awesome legacy of their pioneering role in the freeride world – but Flow thinks this Canadian brand makes a mighty fine cross country race weapon too. We tested the Rocky Mountain Vertex 990 RSL carbon …
Great XC race bike in every regard. Light, but not at all skittish. Very reliable component spec.
Stock tyres are very fragile.
Jul 2012 · James Huang
A rare combination of agility and 29er speed, with only the tires to swap
| Frame | Rocky Mountain 6061 SL Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy Threaded BB ZeroStack 1-1/8\" Headtube Rack and Fender Mounts BB Standard: BSA, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Suntour XCR HLO Air Travel: 65mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Powerspline |
| Headset | FSA #10 Internal: ZS44mm |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain XC7 15° x 60mm |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain XC Ø31.8mm x 600mm x 5° Sweep |
| Saddle | Rocky Mountain Jr. |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain 27.2mm x 300mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Rocky Mountain Flats Alloy |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Jr |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X5 9spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Altus 9spd 31.8mm |
| Crank | SRAM E300 160mm 42/32/24T |
| Shifters | SRAM 1:1 Trigger 9spd |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-950 11-32 9spd |
| Chain | Shimano HG53 9spd |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-M395 Hydraulic Disc 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano BL-M395 |
| Rims | Wheeltech DP17 by Alex |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless |
| Front Hub | SRAM 306 Disc / 6 Bolt / 32H |
| Rear Hub | SRAM 306 Disc / 6 Bolt / 32H |
| Tires | Kenda Small Block 8 24\" x 2.1\" |
First added September 9
Last updated April 14
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