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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 2009 Rocky Mountain Metro 30 D and 2010 Rocky Mountain Metro 30 D.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2009 Rocky Mountain Metro 30 D48/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Rear tire: 700C×32.

2010 Rocky Mountain Metro 30 D48/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.3 mphHighest gear31.6 mph

Uses front tire 700C×32; 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
2009 Rocky Mountain Metro 30 D
2010 Rocky Mountain Metro 30 D
Overview
Model Year
2009
2010
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Metro 30 D
Metro 30 D
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Colors
Black
Black
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6066 triple butted hydro-formed alloy
6066 triple butted hydro-formed alloy
Fork Material
Alloy, unicrown crown
Alloy, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano EF-60 EZ Fire Integrated
Shimano EF-60 EZ Fire Integrated
Front Derailleur
Shimano C102
Shimano C102, clamp on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Crankset
Shimano Altus, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano Altus, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN26
Shimano BB-UN26
Cassette
Shimano HG30
Shimano HG30
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG50
Shimano HG50
Pedals
VP 990s
VP 990S Steel Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M416 Mechanical Disc brakes, Shimano EF-60 EZ Fire Integrated levers
Shimano M416 Mechanical Disc brakes, Shimano EF-60 EZ Fire Integrated levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA
Fsa
Handlebar
Alloy Riser
RMB 600mm x 30mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Alloy Adjustable
RMB Adjustable
Saddle
Freedom GreenBelt Men's
Freedom GreenBelt Men's
Seatpost
Alloy Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
RMB Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Wheeltech disc super sealed
Front: Wheeltech Disc Super Sealed W/Alloy QR, Rear: Wheeltech disc super sealed w/10mm solid axle
Rims
Alex DC-19
Alex TD-24
Spokes
Stainless
Stainless
Front Tire
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Trax
Rear Tire
700 x 32c Vee dual sport
—
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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