Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy 50 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,799$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 38
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM Steep
155cm - 167cm
SM Neutral
155cm - 167cm
SM Slack
155cm - 167cm
MD Neutral
165cm - 175cm
MD Steep
165cm - 175cm
MD Slack
165cm - 175cm
MD Steep
167cm - 177cm
MD Neutral
167cm - 177cm
MD Slack
167cm - 177cm
LG Steep
175cm - 188cm
LG Neutral
175cm - 188cm
LG Slack
175cm - 188cm
XL Steep
185cm - 198cm
XL Neutral
185cm - 198cm
XL Slack
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry | 2 Position Axle | 160mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Fox 38 Float EVOL GRIP Performance Series 170mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float X Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | SM = 210x55mm | MD - LG - XL = 230x60mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Crank
Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano M6100
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano XT Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Tires
F: Maxxis Assegai 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip EXO+ Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT64 203mm | R:Shimano RT64 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 38mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp
Grips
ODI Elite Pro Lock On
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 175mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Neutral | SM Slack | MD Neutral | MD Steep | MD Slack | MD Steep | MD Neutral | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Neutral | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Neutral | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.35 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 343 mm | 335 mm | 343 mm | 350 mm | 336 mm | 355 mm | 347 mm | 340 mm | 355 mm | 347 mm | 340 mm | 355 mm | 347 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 744 mm | 744 mm | 745 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 774 mm | 781 mm | 781 mm | 782 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 849 mm | 849 mm | 849 mm |
| Rake | 36 mm | 38 mm | 39 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 37 mm | 43 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 122 mm | 124 mm | 127 mm | 126 mm | 122 mm | 129 mm | 123 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 122 mm | 125 mm | 131 mm | 122 mm | 125 mm | 132 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 593 mm | 598 mm | 603 mm | 598 mm | 607 mm | 613 mm | 617 mm | 621 mm | 626 mm | 631 mm | 635 mm | 640 mm | 644 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 427 mm | 420 mm | 452 mm | 458 mm | 446 mm | 458 mm | 452 mm | 446 mm | 483 mm | 477 mm | 471 mm | 513 mm | 507 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 576 mm | 577 mm | 600 mm | 602 mm | 604 mm | 605 mm | 607 mm | 608 mm | 634 mm | 635 mm | 637 mm | 667 mm | 668 mm | 670 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° | 76 ° | 76.5 ° | 75.4 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° | 65 ° | 65.5 ° | 64.4 ° | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 424 mm | 425 mm | 424 mm | 423 mm | 425 mm | 433 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm | 433 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm | 433 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1166 mm | 1168 mm | 1169 mm | 1196 mm | 1195 mm | 1198 mm | 1213 mm | 1214 mm | 1215 mm | 1245 mm | 1246 mm | 1246 mm | 1281 mm | 1282 mm | 1282 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 4 mm | 12 mm | 20 mm | 12 mm | 5 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 19 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 19 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm |
| Standover Height | 771 mm | 768 mm | 764 mm | 801 mm | 809 mm | 794 mm | 816 mm | 813 mm | 810 mm | 816 mm | 813 mm | 810 mm | 816 mm | 813 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 155 cm | 165 cm | 165 cm | 165 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm | 198 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Altitude Alloy 50 completes the Rockymountain Altitude model. Rocky Mountain launched 88 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Altitude bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Altitude A30 Shimano 2023 has a starting price of 3999$. Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 90 Rally Edition 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9999$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 4799$. In conclusion, this bike price is 33.34% higher than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy 50 2023 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 38 fork, and has 170mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Altitude Alloy 50 has a rear shock with a travel of 160mm. The model Fox Float X Performance | Sealed is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The wheels on Altitude Alloy 50 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Altitude Alloy 50 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Altitude Alloy 50 comes in 15 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 198 cm (5.09 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Altitude Alloy 50. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!