Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 70 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,799$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Travel Rear 180mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 38
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM Steep
155cm - 167cm
SM Slack
155cm - 167cm
MD Steep
165cm - 177cm
MD Slack
165cm - 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 and Storage Compartment | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 2 Position Axle | 180mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Fox 38 Float EVOL GRIP2 Performance Elite Series | 180mm | 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox DHX2 Performance Elite | Steel Spring | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 230 x 65mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shift Levers
Shimano XT
Cassette
Shimano XT 10-51T
Crank
Shimano XT | 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano M8100
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet
Rims
Race Face ARC HD 30 | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl | Cushcore XC Tire Inserts | Lightweight | Tire & Rim Protection
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
F: Maxxis Assegai 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra DD Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | F:Shimano RT86 203mm | R:Shimano RT86 203mm
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 Stainless 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 Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 175mm | XL = 200mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 369 mm | 358 mm | 369 mm | 358 mm | 355 mm | 345 mm | 355 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 784 mm | 784 mm | 809 mm | 809 mm | 841 mm | 842 mm | 878 mm | 878 mm |
| Rake | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 38 mm | 43 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 145 mm | 151 mm | 145 mm | 152 mm | 140 mm | 144 mm | 139 mm | 145 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 620 mm | 614 mm | 620 mm | 628 mm | 635 mm | 641 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 421 mm | 455 mm | 447 mm | 481 mm | 471 mm | 511 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 565 mm | 588 mm | 590 mm | 617 mm | 619 mm | 650 | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.8 ° | 77 ° | 77.8 ° | 77 ° | 77.8 ° | 77 ° | 77.8 ° | 77 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.3 ° | 62.5 ° | 63.3 ° | 62.5 ° | 63.3 ° | 62.5 ° | 63.3 ° | 62.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1219 mm | 1221 mm | 1244 mm | 1246 mm | 1275 mm | 1278 mm | 1312 mm | 1314 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 5 mm | 16 mm | 5 mm | 16 mm | 19 mm | 29 mm | 19 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 821 mm | 817 mm | 821 mm | 817 mm | 824 mm | 817 mm | 824 mm | 819 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 165 cm | 165 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Slayer Carbon 70 belongs to the Rockymountain Slayer model. 64 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Slayer A30 Shimano 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3799$. Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 90 2023 on the other hand costs 10299$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Enduro bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 7799$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 116.7% more expensive.
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.
Slayer Carbon 70 components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Elite Float 38 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 180mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 70 bike has the Fox DHX2 Performance Elite | Steel model installed, and has a travel of 180mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The wheels on Slayer Carbon 70 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 70 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 70 bike has 8 sizes, in the range of 155 cm – 198 cm (5.09 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Slayer Carbon 70. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.