Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Rocky Mountain Turbo · 1999 Rocky Mountain Turbo
| Specification | 1998 Rocky Mountain Turbo | 1999 Rocky Mountain Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1999 |
| Brand | Rocky Mountain | Rocky Mountain |
| Model | Turbo | Turbo |
| Bicycle type | Road race & triathlon | Road race & triathlon |
| Archive ID | 72001 | 89460 |
| Original MSRP | $2,239.00 | $1,922.00 |
| Colors | Red/white | Turbo Yellow |
| Sizes | 48 cm, 51 cm, 54 cm, 57 cm, 60 cm | 48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 57cm, 60cm |
| Weight | 18 lb | 18 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton HBO Elite aluminum | Easton Ultralite |
| Fork | Kestrel EMS | Time Sprint |
| Fork material | Carbon fiber composite, unicrown crown | Carbon fiber composite, aero crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Shifters | Shimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control | Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm | Shimano Ultegra, clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano 600 Ultegra SS | Shimano Ultegra GS |
| Crankset | Shimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth | Shimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-6500 | Shimano BB-5500, 109mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth | 9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32" | Shimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-6500 600 Ultegra SPD | Not included |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers | Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Shimano 600 Ultegra | 1" threadless Ritchey WCS |
| Handlebar | Ttt | ITM Super Europa |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | Not included |
| Stem | Syncros | Alloy Ahead |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Flite | Selle Italia Trimatica |
| Seatpost | Ritchey WCS | Ritchey Expert, 26.8mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano 600 Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rims | Sun Rims ME14A | Sun Rims ME14A, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted | DT Champion stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted |
| Spoke nipples | — | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | Hutchinson Krono | 700 x 23c Vittoria Action HSD kevlar |
| Wheel size | — | 700c wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 1998 Rocky Mountain Turbo | 1999 Rocky Mountain Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | — | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 980 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.