Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2004 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50 · 2006 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50
| Specification | 2004 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50 | 2006 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2004 | 2006 |
| Brand | Rocky Mountain | Rocky Mountain |
| Model | Vertex 50 | Vertex 50 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 30826 | 10921 |
| Original MSRP | $1,349.00 | — |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 21" | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton Elite Taperwall | Aluminum |
| Fork | Marzocchi MX Comp Air, 105 mm travel | FOX FRL Lockout, 100mm travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, single crown | Aluminum/magnesium, single crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Mountain mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire | Shimano Deore LX STI |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT | Shimano Deore XT |
| Crankset | Race Face Evolve XC | Race Face Evolve XC X-Type |
| Bottom bracket | Race Face ISIS | Race Face Evolve X-Type |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed | — |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG53 | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M520 SPD | Crank Brothers Egg Beater CX |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M525 hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Deore hydraulic levers | Shimano Deore LX brakes, Shimano Deore LX STI levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic | 1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit |
| Handlebar | Race Face Evolve | Evolve XC Flat |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Race Face Evolve | Evolve XC |
| Saddle | Custom Selle Italia Fokus | Selle X2 |
| Seatpost | Race Face Evolve | Race Face Evolve XC |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano - M525 Disc | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rims | Mavic XM 117 Disc | Mavic XM 317 Disk |
| Spokes | DT Competition | DT Swiss Competition stainless steel |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" Maxxis High Roller | 26 x 2.10" IRC Serac XC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2004 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50 | 2006 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | — |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | — |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | — |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1055 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.