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2017

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 2017

Trail

Size / XS - S - M - L - XL

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At a glance

The 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition is an Trail Carbon mountain bike. It sports 27.5" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including XS - S - M - L - XL, has RockShox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Rocky Mountain's Thunderbolt range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon C13. BC2™ Pivots & Grease Ports. Sealed Cartridge Bearing Main Pivot. Press Fit BB. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate. Di2 Ready.
  • Fork
    RockShox Pike RCT3 130mm
  • Shock
    RockShox Monarch Debonair RT3 120mm
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm

    Rear: DT Swiss 350 142mm
  • Wheels
    Stan's ZTR Arch Tubeless Ready
  • Wheel Size
    27.5"
  • Spokes
    WTB 1.8-1.6
  • Tires
    Maxxis DHR II 27.5 x 2.3 / Minion SS 27.5 x 2.3 Folding
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    Shimano HG-900
  • Crank
    Race Face Turbine Cinch 32T
  • Bottom Bracket
    Race Face Cinch BB92 Press Fit
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano XTR Direct Mount
  • Shifters
    Shimano XTR
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano XT Ice-Tec 180mm
  • Handlebar
    Race Face SixC 800mm
  • Saddle
    WTB Silverado Race SL
  • Seatpost
    RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm
  • Stem
    Rocky Mountain 35 CNC
  • Grips
    Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
  • Headset
    FSA Orbit C-40

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition?

The 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition may be purchased directly from Rocky Mountain.

Q: What size wheels does the 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition have?

The 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition has 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition should I get?

The 2017 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition comes in sizes XS - S - M - L - XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 790 MSL BC Edition size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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