Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 30 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,499$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset SLX, Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS Steep
142cm - 159cm
XS Slack
142cm - 159cm
SM Steep
156cm - 170cm
SM Slack
156cm - 170cm
MD Steep
167cm - 177cm
MD Slack
167cm - 177cm
LG Steep
175cm - 188cm
LG Slack
175cm - 188cm
XL Steep
185cm - 198cm
XL Slack
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 120mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Z2 Float EVOL Rail 130mm | 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Crank
Shimano Deore | 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano M6100
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost
Rear Hub
Shimano MT410 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST Light i27 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 28H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
F: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4100 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT30 180mm | R:Shimano RT30 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50m
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | XS = 760mm | SM - XL = 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
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 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS Steep | XS Slack | SM Steep | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.24 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 336 mm | 327 mm | 338 mm | 327 mm | 338 mm | 327 mm | 338 mm | 327 mm | 338 mm | 327 mm |
| Front Center | 703 mm | 702 mm | 740 mm | 741 mm | 769 mm | 770 mm | 798 mm | 799 mm | 832 mm | 833 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 48 mm | 44 mm | 49 mm | 44 mm | 49 mm | 44 mm | 48 mm | 44 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 115 mm | 120 mm | 121 mm | 120 mm | 121 mm | 120 mm | 122 mm | 120 mm | 122 mm |
| Stack | 572 mm | 567 mm | 616 mm | 612 mm | 625 mm | 621 mm | 634 mm | 630 mm | 643 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 411 mm | 403 mm | 439 mm | 431 mm | 464 mm | 456 mm | 489 mm | 481 mm | 519 mm | 511 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 548 mm | 581 mm | 583 mm | 609 mm | 611 mm | 636 mm | 638 mm | 668 mm | 670 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 75.7 ° | 76.8 ° | 76 ° | 76.8 ° | 76 ° | 76.8 ° | 76 ° | 76.8 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 355 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° | 65.8 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 432 mm | 441 mm | 442 mm | 441 mm | 442 mm | 441 mm | 442 mm | 441 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1133 mm | 1133 mm | 1179 mm | 1179 mm | 1208 mm | 1208 mm | 1237 mm | 1237 mm | 1271 mm | 1271 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 19 mm | 28 mm | 36 mm | 47 mm | 36 mm | 47 mm | 36 mm | 47 mm | 36 mm | 47 mm |
| Standover Height | 778 mm | 775 mm | 819 mm | 816 mm | 817 mm | 814 mm | 816 mm | 812 mm | 814 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 142 cm | 142 cm | 156 cm | 156 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 159 cm | 170 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm | 198 cm |
Model Overview
Element Carbon 30 belongs to the Rockymountain Element model. There are 77 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Element bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Element A10 Shimano 2023 has a starting price of 2699$. Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 90 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9699$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 4499$. In conclusion, this bike price is 62.89% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Element Carbon 30 components
Fork
The Element Carbon 30 comes factory-installed with the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork. This has a travel range of 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed, with a travel distance of 120mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Element Carbon 30 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Element Carbon 30 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 10 sizes. They vary from 142 cm – 198 cm (4.66 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 30 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.