Rocky Mountain Growler Powerplay 30 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,199$
Weight | 23.59 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork Suntour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Dyname 250W 108Nm mid-drive -
Battery 643 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 170cm
MD
167cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. Boost 148mm. Tapered Zerostack Headtube. Dropper Post Compatible.
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR34 AIR LOR DS Boost 130mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 12spd
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Crank
Race Face Ride Cinch 34T | 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 i35 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
F: Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.8 | R: Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.8
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4100 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F: Shimano RT30 203mm | R: Shimano RT30 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50m
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 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 Alloy | 30.9mm # SM = 125mm | MD 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm | Upgraded High Cadence Boost & Power Extension Firmware
Battery
643 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger
Remote
iWoc TRIO V3 Remote w. ANT+ LEV communication
Charger
Rocky Mountain FAST Charger | 48V
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm |
| Front Center | 691 mm | 717 mm | 742 mm | 773 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 629 mm | 629 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 406 mm | 431 mm | 458 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 594 mm | 619 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1114 mm | 1140 mm | 1165 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 798 mm | 799 mm | 794 mm | 796 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Growler Powerplay 30 is a Rockymountain E Growler model. There are 7 e-bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail e-bike that is reliable is 3365$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail e-bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Growler Powerplay 30 price was 4199$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Growler Powerplay 30 price is 24.78% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail e-bike.
Trail e-bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail e-bike, we get 23.7 kg (52.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly lighter than average, Growler Powerplay 30 has a weight of 23.59 kg (52.01 lbs). In short, the average Trail e-bike weight is 0.47% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this e-bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Growler Powerplay 30 components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Growler Powerplay 30 2023 e-bike is equipped with the Suntour XCR Air fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The wheels on Growler Powerplay 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Growler Powerplay 30 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This e-bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 157 cm – 198 cm (5.15 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.