Bicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Rocky Mountain Cardiac · 1999 Rocky Mountain Cardiac
| Specification | 1996 Rocky Mountain Cardiac | 1999 Rocky Mountain Cardiac |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1999 |
| Brand | Rocky Mountain | Rocky Mountain |
| Model | Cardiac | Cardiac |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 59114 | 85815 |
| Original MSRP | $499.00 | $589.00 |
| Colors | Black | Lazer Black |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 21" | 14.5", 16", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 21" |
| Weight | 26.4 lb | 26.4 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Tange chromoly, double-butted | Chromoly, butted |
| Fork | Tange | Rock Shox Jett T2, 2.5" travel |
| Fork material | Tange chromoly, unicrown crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano STX/Alivio | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400 | Shimano Alivio RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm | Shimano Alivio, clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | RMB CPI Model I, 22/32/42 teeth | Cyclone, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle | Shimano cartridge, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32" | Sachs PC-41, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten NWL-90K w/clips & straps | Aluminum w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano STX M-System brakes, Tektro 360AP levers | Linear-pull brakes, linear-pull levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 | 1 1/8" Ritchey Logic |
| Handlebar | RMB Stratos 1 | Aluminum, butted |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | RMB chromoly | Forged alloy |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Triax Racing | Selle Italia Nitrox PD |
| Seatpost | RMB Stratos 1, 26.8 mm diameter | Aluminum micro-adjust, 26.8mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Front: Shimano AceraX, Rear: Shimano Alivio |
| Rims | Sun Metal L18, 32-hole | Sun Rims CR18, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | DT Champion stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max | 26 x 1.95" Michelin X Sport |
| 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 | 1996 Rocky Mountain Cardiac | 1999 Rocky Mountain Cardiac |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1050 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 41 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.