2012 Rocky Mountain Vertex 970 RSL 29"

Archived: Frame: FORM C13 Hi Mod Carbon · Fork: RockShox Reba RL 29 100mm

• Inspect the frame in bright light, especially the head tube, bottom-bracket area, chainstays and clamped surfaces. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of impact.

Archived: Fork: RockShox Reba RL 29 100mm

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Shifters: SRAM X9 10spd trigger · Front derailleur: SRAM X7 · Rear derailleur: SRAM X9 10spd · Crankset: SRAM S1400 39/26t · Bottom bracket: SRAM PFGXP · Cassette: SRAM PG-1050 10spd 12-36t · Chain: SRAM PC-1051

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Formula R1X 180mm/160mm

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Hubs: DT Swiss 350 15mm DT Swiss 350 12mm · Front tire: Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2 Kevlar

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: Cane Creek Forty Series · Handlebar: Easton EA50 · Stem: Easton · Seatpost: Easton · Saddle: Fizik Gobi XM Manganese rails

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.