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Vertex 970 RSL
A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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$3,899| Weight | 23.3 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | XTR, XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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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 | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Frame Tapered Head Tube Press Fit BB Internal Cable Routing |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID RL 29 Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face Press Fit Team XC |
| Headset | Cane Creek Ten Series: IS42mm Top / IS52mm Bottom Tapered |
| Stem | Race Face Turbine 6° x 70-100mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face Turbine Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 9° Sweep |
| Saddle | Rocky Mountain XC Light |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On XC |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR 10spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XT 34.9mm 2x10spd |
| Crank | Race Face Turbine 170-175mm 38/24T 2x10spd |
| Shifters | Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd |
| Cassette | Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano HG75 10spd |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT I-Spec Shifter Mount |
| Rims | Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition / Alloy Nipples |
| Front Hub | Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle |
| Rear Hub | Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle |
| Tires | Continental Race King Folding 29\" x 2.2\" |
First added September 9
Last updated April 14
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