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2019

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70

Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt 2019

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Size / XS - S - M - L - XL

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At a glance

The 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 is an Trail Carbon mountain bike. It sports 27.5" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including XS - S - M - L - XL, has Fox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Rocky Mountain's Thunderbolt range of mountain bikes.

Fast as lightning! Quick and nimble, the Thunderbolt is total livewire. Whether it’s powering up technical climbs or popping off every trail feature in sight, its 27.5” wheels and 130mm of rear travel makes this bike ready and capable for when you’re feeling creative on line choice. The frame is available in both carbon and alloy, and our RIDE-9™ adjustment system gives you the power to further adjust geometry and ride characteristics to your liking. 

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
  • Fork
    Fox 34 Float Performance Elite 130mm
  • Shock
    Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm

    Rear: DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm
  • Wheels
    Race Face ARC 25 Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
  • Wheel Size
    27.5"
  • Spokes
    WTB 1.8-1.6
  • Tires
    Maxxis Minion DHR II Folding 27.5 x 2.3 / Maxxis Minion DHR II Folding 27.5 x 2.3
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    Sram GX Eagle
  • Crank
    Sram Stylo 7k Eagle 34T
  • Bottom Bracket
    Sram BB92 DUB
  • Rear Derailleur
    Sram GX Eagle
  • Shifters
    Sram GX Eagle
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano XT / Shimano RT66 180mm / Shimano RT66 180mm
  • Handlebar
    Race Face Turbine 760mm
  • Saddle
    WTB Volt Race
  • Seatpost
    Fox Transfer Performance Elite 30.9mm
  • Stem
    Rocky Mountain 35 AM
  • Grips
    Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
  • Headset
    FSA Orbit NO.57E

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70?

The 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 may be purchased directly from Rocky Mountain.

Q: What size wheels does the 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 have?

The 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 has 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 should I get?

The 2019 Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 comes in sizes XS - S - M - L - XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt Carbon 70 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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