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Thunderbolt Alloy 10
A 27.5″ / 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$1,999| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver RL |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt is celebrated for its playful and versatile nature, excelling as a trail bike that encourages riders to push their limits. Its RIDE-9 adjustments and efficient suspension system make it adaptable to various terrains and riding styles, though some reviews note a twitchiness at high speeds and a suspension platform that may not match the sophistication of competitors. Overall, it's seen as a fun, levelheaded bike that offers good value across its range.
Playful and versatile trail bike
RIDE-9 adjustments for geometry and suspension versatility
Efficient suspension system
Good value across price points
Encourages extra-credit lines and aggressive riding
Twitchiness at high speeds due to conservative wheelbase
Four-bar suspension platform not as sophisticated as competitors
Initial setup and suspension tuning can be challenging
This is just a fun, levelheaded trail bike
BIKE MagazineIt’s hard to not ride this bike fast.
Loam WolfWe managed to get an exclusive first ride on Rocky Mountain's brand new Thunderbolt, a super versatile 140mm superbike
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Oct 2019
The Thunderbolt is for an experienced rider who wants to ride a rocket ship. A rider who knows how to get out of trouble quickly because rocket ships are hard to control. Get our full take on the Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 90 BC Edition here!
May 2019 · Simon Silver
This Winter we tested the $3,349 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Alloy 50 trail bike. For an entry level spec’d bike we were quickly impressed with the attention to detail, and features the frame sported. Video review below. Details & Specs • 27.5″ wheels • 130mm travel front and rear • Boost hub spacing •RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate • Aluminum front and rear triangle • Press Fit BB • Sealed cartridge bearing pivots • XS, S, M (tested), L, XL sizes The bike is fairly well refined, with a Race Face Crankset, and direct mount ring, internal cable routing, built
Feb 2019
Not radically changed, almost conservative, the Thunderbolt stays true to its intentions.
Dec 2018 · Christoph Bayer
The Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt BC Edition is guaranteed to put a smile on your face: it was by far the most agile bike in this group test.
Very playful
Beautiful frame
Comfortable suspension
The rear linkage lacks support
Nervous at speed
Small brake rotors
Aug 2018 · Mike Levy
Like the other new bikes, you'll find blind pivots on the Thunderbolt that make for some pretty clean lines, as well as sealed bearings all around (including the lower shock mount) that replace the bushing system Rocky used previously.
Playful personality
Supple suspension action
So much adjustability
Requires more effort to ride fast on difficult trails than a 29er
Finicky suspension setup if you want to get the most out of it
So much adjustability
Jul 2018 · Christophe Noel
We spent the last three months testing the new Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 50.
Mar 2018 · Mtbr
Key changes to the new carbon frame are an increase in rear travel to 130mm, plus increases to stiffness and a lowering of the shock rate curve. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | FORM™ Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver Air 120mm Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RT Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SunRace CSMS2 11-46T |
| Headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E Extend-o-matic |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain AM |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM 760mm |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On Light |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
|---|---|
| Crank | Rocky Mountain Microdrive 2 PC 32T |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore |
| Cassette | SunRace CSMS2 11-46T |
| Chain | KMC X10-1 |
| Brakes | Shimano M315 / Shimano RT30 160mm / Shimano RT30 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M315 |
| Rims | WTB SX19 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 2.0 Stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano TX505 |
| Rear Hub | Shimano TX505 |
| Tires | Maxxis Ardent 27.5 x 2.25 / Maxxis Ardent 27.5 x 2.25 |
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Last updated April 14
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