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Vertex 970 RSL
A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,899| 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 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 | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID RL 29. 100mm. Motion Control DNA Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Maxle Lite / Tapered Steerer Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face Press Fit Team XC |
| Headset | Cane Creek Fifteen 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 | WTB Silverado Race |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain SL 27.2 x 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On XC |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XTR Direct Mount 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 HG95 10spd |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT I-Spec Shifter Mount |
| Rims | Wheeltech Helix TR25 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Champion |
| Front Hub | Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle |
| Rear Hub | Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle |
| Tires | Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Tubeless Ready 29\" x 2.2\" |
First added September 9
Last updated April 14
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