Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Rocky Mountain Spice · 1998 Rocky Mountain Spice
| Specification | 1997 Rocky Mountain Spice | 1998 Rocky Mountain Spice |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1998 |
| Brand | Rocky Mountain | Rocky Mountain |
| Model | Spice | Spice |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 61637 | 70880 |
| Original MSRP | $1,349.00 | $1,289.00 |
| Colors | Yellow/black | Red front/black swingarm |
| Sizes | 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5" | 16", 17.5", 18.5", 20" |
| Weight | 28.7 lb | 28.7 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | Welded |
| Frame material | Easton Elan 3 | Easton Custom HBO aluminum |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy C | Rock Shox Indy C LT |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Shock Works, 1.5" travel | Fox Vanilla X, 3.5" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Grip Shift/Shimano STX-RC | Shimano STX-RC |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-500 | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear derailleur | Grip Shift ESP 5.0 | Shimano Deore LX SGS |
| Crankset | Cyclone CPI, 22/32/42 teeth | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle | Shimano BB-LP26 |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" | Taya TB-600, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten Sport w/clips & straps | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-1.9 levers | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic |
| Handlebar | Aluminum | RMB 2014 aluminum DH |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | RMB aluminum | RMB forged DH |
| Saddle | Selle Italia | Selle Italia Nitrox PD |
| Seatpost | RMB aluminum, 26.8 mm diameter | RMB aluminum |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Front: Shimano STX-RC suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC | Front: Shimano STX, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
| Rims | Sun Rims DW 6000, 32-hole | Sun Rims CR18 |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max SC | 26 x 2.10" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max SC |
| 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 | 1997 Rocky Mountain Spice | 1998 Rocky Mountain Spice |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1065 mm | — |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.