Details and user feedback for the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL
Rocky Mountain always seems to have their eye on the ball and their finger on the pulse of the biking world. They are not afraid to be innovative in their bike builds and the quality of their bikes stands out a mile. The Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL is a tough bike that was designed as a cross country bike. The frame for the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL was designed by Rocky Mountain and each frame is tested in house in their home of Canada. Each frame is fine tuned and uses different carbon layups and weaves to give the best ride for different applications.
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Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL 2010
The carbon frame on the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL gives it a light weight finish. It weighs in at 28.7lbs (19 inch), and it is this weight advantage that makes it such a great cross country and all round mountain bike. The light weight of the bike, coupled with the strength and feel of it gives the rider the ultimate confidence when riding. It also looks amazing, and is certain to turn the heads of any other bike enthusiasts.
Specifications for the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL:
Frame:
• RMB FORM Carbon C12 Monocoque, Carbon Seatstay / Alu Chainstay
• FOX Float RP23 Custom Valved shock 140mm
Fork:
• FOX 32 Float RL
• 140mm, Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Axle
Components:
• FSA Orbit CS headset
• Race Face Evolve XC Flip-Flop stem; 6° 70-90-100mm
• Race Face Evolve XC Low Rise bar; 660mm x Ø31.8mm
• Formula RX Hydraulic Disc brakes 180mm with Formula RX levers
• Shimano SLX Rapid Fire shifters 9spd
• Shimano SLX Direct Mount front and XT rear derailleur
• Race Face Evolve XC crankset; 170-175mm 44/32/22T
• Race Face Evolve XC X-Type BB
• Shimano PD-M520 pedals in white
• Shimano SLX-9 11-34T cassette
• Shimano HG53 chain
• Race Face Evolve XC 30.9mm seatpost
• WTB Silverado Race SL saddle
Wheels:
• Wheeltech Disc Cartridge Bearing 15mm front and Shimano M525 Disc rear hubs
• DT Swiss Competition spokes
• Mavic XM317 rims
• Continental Mountain King 26×2.2 tires
Weight: 28.7 lbs (19 inch)
Geometry (mm):
Size 16.5 (S) 18 (M) 19 (M) 20.5 (XL)
Head Angle 69° 69° 69° 69°
Seat Angle 76° 76° 76° 76°
Toptube Length 565 575 595 615
Standover Height 693 719 740 770
Note: The frame’s finish actually has a gloss to it although the picture may suggest a “matte” finish.
All bikes come with JenonUSA’s complementary Free Pro Build Service, please allow 3 business days for your bike to be assembled, inspected and packed before shipping.
User Feedback for the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL:
User reviews of the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL gave overall good ratings. In fact, in one review, consumer said that the “Altitude is definitely a nice-riding platform”. On the other hand, another user noted that he liked the “low bottom bracket” of the bike which allows “better handling and more stability”, although he also mentioned he has some issues with the Altitude 50 such as the “bent top tube”, he still liked the classic look of the bike. Mtbr.com
On another review, a user from England noted that the Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL comes with a “very robust frame”. He also added that it has a “very high quality suspension”. Mtbr.com
With this bike, you can be assured that it will take any kind of abuse while you are running on different types of terrain. The Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL allows you great steering whether you are running downhill or uphill.
Rocky Mountain Altitude 50 RSL 2010 – $ 2399.00
Retail Price: 4499.99
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