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2005 Rocky Mountain Switch SL

Velopedia Archive ID 93491

Overview

Model year2005
BrandRocky Mountain
ModelSwitch SL
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID93491
ColorsTank
Sizes16.5", 18", 19.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston 7005 RAD DH Taperwall
ForkMarzocchi Z-1 FR SL QR20, 150mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, single crown
Rear shockFox Float RP3, 152mm travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM 7.0 Trigger
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX
CranksetRaceFace Evolve XC X-Type
Bottom bracketRace Face Evolve XC X-Type
Rear cogs9-speed
ChainSRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M424 SPD

Brakes

BrakesHayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Carbon XC levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit
HandlebarEaston EA50 31.8mm
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemEaston Vice 31.8mm
SaddleSDG Freeride
SeatpostEaston EA50

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: RMB 20mm carbon, Rear: Shimano FH-M525
RimsMavic XM 321, 32-hole
SpokesDT Swiss Champion stainless steel
Front tire26 x 2.50" Maxxis Minion Lite
Wheel size26" wheels

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