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Thunderbolt 730
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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2599 US$(2244 €)| Weight | 13,4 kg |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | X-Fusion VELVET |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 10 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
156cm – 166cm
163cm – 174cm
171cm – 182cm
179cm – 189cm
185cm – 195cm
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Summary
The Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt is a versatile trail bike praised for its efficient climbing, playful yet capable downhill performance, and comfortable all-day ride quality. Its balanced geometry and Smoothlink suspension system contribute to snappy handling and a smooth ride. While it excels on flowy singletrack and technical climbs, some riders may find it less suited for aggressive descents or prefer updates like tubeless-ready rims and a dropper post.
Efficient climbing and playful downhill performance
Comfortable for all-day rides
Balanced geometry and Smoothlink suspension for snappy handling
Versatile on flowy singletrack and technical climbs
Stiff and efficient hydroformed frame
Relatively heavy XC setup
Lack of tubeless-ready rims and dropper post in some models
May require active riding style on descents
the Thunderbolt is just right for weekend trips to places like the Kingdom Trails, and for my everyday local XC trails
BikerumorRocky Mountain claims they have optimized the design.
Canadian Cycling MagazineFAST AS LIGHTNING
MBRThe Thunderbolt has made my time climbing far more enjoyable than before
NSMBan electronic shifting 27.5-inch XC rig sure to draw both cheers and jeers
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may 2015 · McCoy
It’ll flow through any section of trail with the right amount of finesse and confidence
ene 2015
The Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt proved itself as one of the most capable trail bikes in this year's Bible of Bike.
oct 2014
“The Thunderbolt has made my time climbing far more enjoyable than before, and I get a small sense of satisfaction by simply cruising past people on the way up the hill with a smile and a wave…”
Lightweight (~27 lbs) with low rotational mass from Crest rims and XT hubs
Excellent climbing efficiency and technical climbing agility
Comfortable upright seated position
Remote CTD lever for on-the-fly suspension adjustment
Supple Fox RP23 shock with progressive curve
Snappy corner exits when ridden actively
Zero frame issues over three months
Top tube slightly small for 5'10" rider
Fox 32 fork deflects in aggressive terrain
XT brakes fade in extended steep/chunky terrain due to small rotors
No dropper post (resolved on 2015 models)
Stock tires (Continental X-King 2.2") inadequate in wet/technical conditions
sept 2014 · Don Palermini
Rocky Mountain’s Thunderbolt 799 MSL an electrifying XC rig with a shocking price tag. - Mtbr.com
ago 2014 · Dirt HQ
Carbon continues to infiltrate every corner of the market, the latest to turn to the black stuff is Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt...
ago 2014 · Charles Bryer
With shorter chainstays, a lower stand-over, additional adjustability and improved pivot technologies the new 2015 carbon Thunderbolt MSL is Rocky
jul 2014 · John Herron
Over the last couple years the 27.5 shorter-travel (115-130mm) platform has been blurring the lines between XC and Trail categories. Rocky Mountain’s Thurnderbolt is designed to handle the rowdy side of XC riding, and is a capable setup for almost everything shy of Enduro racing. The aluminum frame has four available build specs, and I …
feb 2014 · Danny Milner
Why the Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt is rejuvinating a brand
| Frame | FORM™ Alloy Custom Hydroformed Frame ABC™ Pivots Tapered Head Tube Press Fit BB Internal Cable Routing Internal \"Stealth\" Dropper Post Routing BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | X Fusion Velvet RL2 27.5 Air Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SMBB71 Press Fit |
| Headset | Cane Creek Ten Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered |
| Stem | Race Face 6° x 70-90mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face 3/4 Rise Ø31.8mm x 710mm x 5° Sweep |
| Saddle | Rocky Mountain XC |
| Seatpost | Race Face 30.9mm x 375mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain XC Kraton |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT Shadow Direct Mount 10spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX E Mount 3x10spd |
| Crank | Shimano M552 170-175mm 42/32/24T 3x10spd |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore Rapid Fire 3x10spd |
| Cassette | Shimano HG62 11-36T 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano HG54 10spd |
| Brakes | Shimano M505 Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M505 |
| Rims | Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Champion |
| Front Hub | Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Deore / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle |
| Tires | Continental X King Folding 27.5\" x 2.2\" |
First added 9 de septiembre
Last updated 14 de abril
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