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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2008 Rocky Mountain SOLO CX and 2009 Rocky Mountain Solo CX.

  2. Gearing

    2009 Rocky Mountain Solo CX has a 11% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Rocky Mountain SOLO CX.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2008 Rocky Mountain SOLO CX48/38T · 12–25T · 9-speed
Lowest1.52:1Highest4.00:1Total range263%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.1 mphHighest gear29.1 mph

Uses front tire 700C×34; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Rocky Mountain Solo CX50/34T · 12–25T · 9-speed
Lowest1.36:1Highest4.17:1Total range306%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear9.9 mphHighest gear30.3 mph

Uses front tire 700C×34; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2008 Rocky Mountain Solo CX
2009 Rocky Mountain Solo CX
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Solo CX
Solo CX
Bicycle Type
Cyclocross
Cyclocross
Colors
Gun metal
White
Sizes
48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 57cm, 60cm
48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 57cm, 60cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Easton Ultralight Cross
7005 triple butted aluminum
Fork
Aluminum Cross
—
Fork Material
Aluminum, unicrown crown
Alloy, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Cyclocross Mix
Shimano Tiagra
Shifters
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Shimano Tiagra STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Crankset
FSA Omega Mega Exo, 38/48 teeth
FSA Omega, 34/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
FSA Omega MegaExo
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra
Shimano Tiagra
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG53-9, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano Tiagra
Pedals
Shimano PD-M505
—
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control levers
Avid Shorty 4 brakes, Shimano Tiagra STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Fsa
1 1/8" FSA
Handlebar
Easton EA30 Road
Alloy Road
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA30 OS
Alloy 31.8
Saddle
WTB Rocket V
Selle San Marco Ponza
Seatpost
Easton EA30
Alloy, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Tiagra
Wheeltech cartridge sealed
Rims
Alex
Alex ACE-18
Spokes
—
DT Swiss Champion
Front Tire
700 x 34c Vittoria Cross XG
700 x 34c Vittoria Cross XG
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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