- Frame
- 6066 triple butted hydro-formed alloy
- Groupset
- Shimano mix
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2010 Rocky Mountain Metro 10 and 2005 Rocky Mountain Metro 10.
- Data limitation
Only 2010 Rocky Mountain Metro 10 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×32; rear size isn’t listed.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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
2010 Rocky Mountain Metro 10
2005 Rocky Mountain Metro 10
Overview
Model Year
2010
2005
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Metro 10
Metro 10
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Colors
Gray
Electric Satin Blue, White
Sizes
14", 16", 18", 20", 22"
16", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 21", 22.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
6066 triple butted hydro-formed alloy
RMB 7005 aluminum
Fork
—
Rmb
Fork Material
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Chromoly, unicrown crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated
Shimano
Front Derailleur
Micor-Shift FD-M22, clamp on 31.8mm
Shimano FD-C102
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Shimano Acera
Crankset
RMB RM-348 Alloy Arm, 28/38/48 teeth
Suntour NEX-200
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge TH 7420
FSA sealed
Cassette
Shimano HG30
—
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
8-speed
Chain
Shimano HG50
Shimano CN-HG30, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
VP 990S Steel Cage
VP-818
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro 837AL V-brake brakes, Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated levers
Aluminum linear-pull brakes, Shimano levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Fsa
1 1/8" integrated FSA
Handlebar
RMB 600mm x 30mm
RMB Trekking
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
RMB Adjustable
Aluminum adjustable
Saddle
—
Velo
Seatpost
RMB Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Post Moderne Suspension
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy Sealed W/ Alloy QR
Formula aluminum, Q/R
Rims
Alex DC-19
Alex DM-18, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless
Stainless steel
Front Tire
700 x 32c Kenda Kwick Roller Sport
700 x 35c trekking
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.