VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Rocky Mountain Whistler

Velopedia Archive ID 66121

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRocky Mountain
ModelWhistler
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID66121
Original MSRP$549.00
ColorsBurgundy, joel
Sizes14.5", 16", 17.5", 18.5", 19.5", 21"
Weight26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTange chromoly, double-butted
ForkRmb
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetCyclone CPI, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsFasten Sport w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
HandlebarRMB aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRMB aluminum
SaddleSelle Italia
SeatpostRMB aluminum, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano AceraX, Rear: Shimano AceraX/silent clutch
RimsSun Rims SW 6000, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Ritchey Alfa Bite
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1049 mm
Fork offset / rake38.9 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.