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THIN AIR

Mountain, XC Hardtail

Specification

FrameRMB 6061 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. Threaded BB. ZeroStack 1-1/8
ForkRockShox Recon Gold TK Solo Air
Front TravelSolo Air, 100mm. Turnkey Lockout / Rebound
Rear ShockN/A
Rear TravelN/A
Head SetCane Creek Five Series: ZS44mm
StemEaston 8° x 75-115mm
HandlebarEaston Lo Rise Ø31.8mm x 685mm x 9° Sweep
BrakesShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc 160mm
Brake LeversShimano Deore
ShiftersShimano Deore Rapid Fire 10spd
Gearing (FR)Shimano Deore 31.8mm 10spd
Gearing (RR)Shimano XT Shadow 10spd
Cranks & ChainringsShimano M552 170-175mm 44/32/22T 10spd
Bottom BracketShimano M552
PedalsRMB Flats Alloy
Hubs (FR)Shimano M435 Disc
Hubs (RR)Shimano M435 Disc
CassetteShimano HG62-10 11-32T 10spd
ChainShimano HG54 10spd
SpokesStainless
RimsAlex DP20
Tires (RR/FR)Maxxis Ikon 2.2
Seat PostEaston 30.9mm x 350mm
SaddleSDG Bel Air RL

Geometry

Size15”16.5”18”19”20.5”22”
Head Length
Head Angle70.5°71.0°71.0°71.0°71.0°71.0°
Seat Angle74°74°73.5°73°72.5°72.5°
Seat Tube length381419457483521559
Horiz. Toptube Length540565585600620632
Headtube Length120130130150175175
Chainstay Length425425425425425425
BB Drop303030303030
Wheelbase103410541069107910941106
Front-Centre
Standover Height717734756777799822
Fork Rake
Seat Tube (center-center)

FORM


The heart of a bike is its frame. The geometry, the material, the feel, and the way it reacts under the rider are the very essence of the ride. That’s why we’ve introduced FORM™ – the design and manufacturing process of our high-performance frame tubing. Our philosophy behind FORM™ tubing is to push the limits of tube and frame design to create the frame’s unique riding feel.

Engineered Ride Quality: FORM™ tubing is a line of high-performance tubes designed to elevate the superior ride quality for which Rocky Mountain Bicycles are known. Innovative design: With 25 years of innovation, we continue to push the boundaries of bicycle design. FORM™ tubing is the exciting new frontier of our creativity.

Attention to detail: Every detail in a FORM™ tube set is carefully engineered and has a purpose: from the slightest variations in shape, to wall thickness, tapers, flares and bends.

Uncompromised quality: FORM™ tube sets are manufactured with premium materials and delivered by the best suppliers in the industry to meet Rocky Mountain’s strict requirements.

ST3


When we first started building bikes it quickly became apparent that traditional frame geometry wasn't going to cut it on the steep descents and tight turning singletrack of southern British Columbia. To help tame this rugged landscape we developed ST3 Geometry - or Sloping Top Tube Technology. A sloping top tube means increased frame stiffness and strength, and when things aren't going so well, more stand over height for crucial dismounting ease.

The frame layout creates a compact front end, giving increased agility in tight turning singletrack while providing increased stiffness for greater control in all conditions. It's also bomber construction: with a greater separation between the top tube/seat tube and seat tube/seat stay welds, frame stress is distributed over a larger area of the seat tube. Originated by Rocky Mountain and copied by others, ST3 delivers a better handling, stronger frame - the ride of a lifetime.

SPORT HARDTAIL

    Ride Guide

  • Cross Country Marathon / 60%
  • Cross Country Racing / 80%
  • Cross Country / 100%
  • Recreational / 100%