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2008 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50

Velopedia Archive ID 14247

Overview

Model year2008
BrandRocky Mountain
ModelVertex 50
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID14247
ColorsRed/White
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialFORM 7005 aluminum
ForkFox 32 F100RL, 100mm travel
Fork materialSingle
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano LX
Front derailleurShimano LX
Rear derailleurShimano XT Shadow
CranksetRace Face Evolve XC X-Type
Bottom bracketRace Face Evolve XC X-Type
CassetteShimano LX
Rear cogs9-speed
ChainShimano HG53-9, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsCrank Brothers Smarty

Brakes

BrakesFormula ORO K24 brakes, Formula K24 hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetFSA Orbit
HandlebarEaston EA50
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemEaston EA50
SaddleWTB Shadow Team
SeatpostEaston EA50

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano HB-M525 Disc
RimsMavic XM 317
SpokesDT Competition stainless steel
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson
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.