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A 29″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 65mm |
| Fork | Suntour XCR Air |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 9 |
| Groupset | Deore, Alivio |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Vertex is a highly regarded cross-country bike, praised for its lightweight carbon fiber frame, impressive stiffness, and versatile performance suitable for both racing and trail riding. Its geometry and suspension setup contribute to a ride that's lively, snappy, and comfortable over rough terrain. While it excels in efficiency and handling, 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
Comfortable and aggressive fit for long rides
Stock tires may not suit all riders
Firm saddle may not be comfortable for everyone
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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Oct 2016
Ah to be a kid.… When I ventured out on a bike ride with my 8-year-old boy this summer, we made a few stops along the way. All suited up in his bright green swim trunks with matching shirt and sun hat (jammed under his helmet), he hopped aboard the Rocky Mountain Vertex 20.
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. 24\" Kids Geometry. BB Standard: BSA, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Suntour XCR HLO Air. 65mm. Air Spring / Hydraulic Lockout / Rebound 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 |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Jr |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore 9spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Altus 9spd 31.8mm |
| Crank | SRAM E300 160mm 42/32/24T |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio Trigger 9spd |
| Cassette | Shimano HG-200 11-32T 9spd |
| Chain | Shimano HG53 9spd |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-M355 Hydraulic Disc 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano BL-M355 |
| Rims | Wheeltech DP17 by Alex |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H |
| Rear Hub | Shimano RM35 / Centerlock / 32H |
| Tires | Maxxis Snyper 24\" x 2.0\" |
First added September 9
Last updated April 14
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