Rock Machine Torrent 30-29 Review

Rock Machine Torrent 30-29 Review

Rock Machine Torrent 30-29 Review

Price: 1099 €
category: Downcountry
Frame Material: Aluminium
Wheel Size: 29"
Travel Front: 120 mm
Model Year: 2023
  • superb geometry in this price range
  • strong in the uphills
  • value for money could be better
  • there are stronger bikes in the downhill
  • a lesser groupset
  • fun to ride in
    easy terrain Extreme Terrain
    seating position
    upright efficient
    handling
    playful easy calm
    Framesize runs
    small big

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    Summary

    Expirience with the Rock Machine Torrent 30-29

    Rock Machine Torrent 30-29 Review Even in this price range Rock Machine manages to put a hardtail with independent design on the wheels. The Torrent 30-29 has a clear design language. When it comes down to handling, Rock Machine does not compromise. With its balanced handling style, the Downcountry-Bike von Rock Machine is ready for the majority of singletrails. For all of those who love a good incline, the moderate seating position of the on long tours in light terrain should be considered pleasant. There are Downcountry-Bike in the price under 1500 Euro that have more potential downhill. An important point at the end: The sporty orientation makes the Rock Machine a real mountain goat in the Downcountry-Bikes.

    technical Details

    Je steiler der Winkel des Sitzrohrs ist, desto effizienter können Sie in die Pedale treten.

    SIZE XXS XS S M L XL XXL
    Sizing of Manufacturer
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    M
    L
    XL
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    Wheelsize
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    29
    29
    29
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    Stack
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    -
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    610
    619
    638
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    Reach
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    -
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    427
    446
    456
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    Top Tube Length
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    -
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    602
    623
    640
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    Seat Tube Length
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    -
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    432
    483
    533
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    Seat Tube Angle
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    74
    74
    74
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    Head Tube Length
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    -
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    110
    120
    140
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    Head Tube Angle
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    -
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    69
    69
    69
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    Bottom Bracket Drop
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    55
    55
    55
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    Bottom Bracket Height (absolut)
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    -
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    -
    -
    -
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    Chainstay Length
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    -
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    427
    427
    427
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    Wheelbase
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    -
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    1114
    1136
    1154
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    Standover Height
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    • Frame Alloy Al-6061 T6 Custom Sport tubing, Fun Ride Geometry, Shark Spine EVO2 29er, BB BSA 73mm, OLD 141x9, Disc Brake Post Mount, Fender&Kickstand Ready Dropout, Replaceable RD Hanger, Inner Cable Routing, E-Type Mount
    • Frame Material Aluminium
    • Fork RST Aerial, 1-1/8\", Air, 100mm travel
    • Spring Unit coil
    • Remote-Lockout yes
    • Gearrange 536%
    • Drivetrain 2x9
    • Gear Lever SHIMANO ALIVIO SL-M3100-2L RapidFire Plus, 2-speed
    • Front Derailleur SHIMANO FD-M3120-E, SIDE SWING, FRONT-PULL
    • Rear Derailleur SHIMANO ALIVIO RD-M3100 Shadow
    • Crank SHIMANO FC-MT210, 36-22T
    • Cassette SHIMANO CS-HG200-9, 11-36T
    • Chain KMC X9
    • Brake Set SHIMANO MT201, hydraulic disc brake
    • Brake Rotors 180/160
    • Rims Stars J20S, 32H
    • Front Hub SHIMANO HB-TX505, 32H, CENTER LOCK, QR Type
    • Rear Hub SHIMANO FH-MT200-B, 32H, CENTER LOCK, M10x141mm, QR Type
    • Tires Front WTB Ranger Comp, 29x2.25
    • Tires Rear WTB Ranger Comp, 29x2.25
    • Saddle WTB Volt Sport
    • Seat Post ONE1 Alloy, SP C207, 30.9mm
    • Stem ONE1 TDS-C342 Alloy, 31.8mm, +3°
    • Handle Bar ONE1 Alloy, MTB AL-325BT, 9° backsweep, 6° upsweep, 25mm rise, 700mm, 31.8mm
    • Handle Bar Width 700
    • Head Set FSA No.10 Semi-Cartrige, 1-1/8“

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