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VERTEX 29 SE

Mountain, XC Hardtail

Specification

FrameRMB FORM 7005 Alu
ForkFOX F32 RL 29
Front Travel100mm. Lock out / Rebound / 15mm Axle
Rear ShockN/A
Rear TravelN/A
Head SetFSA Orbit Z1.5 Lower / FSA ZS-4D ACB Upper
StemEaston EA70 Flip-Flop 6° 70-90-100-110mm
HandlebarEaston EA70 Flat 31.8mm 685mm x 9° Sweep
BrakesFormula ORO K24 Hydraulic Disc 180/160mm
Brake LeversFormule ORO K24
ShiftersShimano SLX Rapid Fire 9spd
Gearing (FR)Shimano SLX Direct Mount
Gearing (RR)Shimano XT Shadow
Cranks & ChainringsRace Face Evolve XC 170-175mm 44/32/22T
Bottom BracketShimano SMBB91 Press Fit
PedalsN/A
Hubs (FR)Wheeltech Disc Cartridge Bearing 15mm Axle
Hubs (RR)Shimano M529 Disc
CassetteShimano 29'er 12-36T
ChainShimano HG53
SpokesDT Swiss Champion
RimsStans ZTR 355 29
Tires (RR/FR)Continental Race King 29
Seat PostEaston EA70 30.9mm
SaddleWTB Silverado Race SL

Geometry

Size16.5”18”19”20.5”22"
Head Length
Head Angle72°72°72°72°72°
Seat Angle73.5°73.5°73.5°73.5°73.5°
Seat Tube length419457483521559
Horiz. Toptube Length603614625635646
Headtube Length100100100100100
Chainstay Length447447447447447
BB Drop6565656565
Wheelbase10931104111511251136
Front-Centre00000
Standover Height741761775794819
Fork Rake4545454545
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.

VERTEX

    Ride Guide

  • Cross Country Racing / 100%
  • Cross Country Performance / 100%
  • Cross Country Marathon / 80%
  • Cross Country Recreational / 100%
• Race proven Sloping Top Tube Technology (ST3) design for maximum efficiency and control. • A compact front end for more agility in tight singletrack. • Increased standover height to help with unexpected dismounts • A greater separation between the top tube/seat tube and seat tube/seat stay welds for greater frame strength. • Pear shaped top and down tubes for quick steering and handling. • Down tube bend at head tube facilitates greater fork clearance and fork options. • Diamond-shaped down tube increases pedal power transfer and acceleration. • Hourglass-shaped head tube maximizes strength to weight ratio.