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2009 Rocky Mountain Vertex 50

Velopedia Archive ID 18822

Overview

Model year2009
BrandRocky Mountain
ModelVertex 50
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID18822
ColorsWhite/Carbon
Sizes13.5", 15", 16.5", 18", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialRMB FORM 7005 Aluminum
ForkFox 32 F100RL, 100mm travel
Fork materialMagnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano SLX
ShiftersShimano SLX RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano SLX
Rear derailleurShimano XT Shadow
CranksetRace Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketRace Face Evolve XC X-Type
CassetteShimano SLX
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano HG53-9
PedalsCrank Brothers Smarty

Brakes

BrakesFormula ORO K24 brakes, Formula Oro K24 hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" FSA TH-848
HandlebarEaston EA50 Lo Rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemEaston EA50 31.8
SaddleWTB Silverado Race SL
SeatpostEaston EA50, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic CrossRide Disc
RimsMavic CrossRide Disc
SpokesMavic CrossRide, bladed
Front tire26" Hutchinson Toro
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.