Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) 2020
2020 E-bike
Estimate price |
6,449$
Weight | 24.8 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 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Select
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Groupset XT, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Motor Dyname 250W 108Nm mid-drive -
Battery 672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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 + Suspension Rate. 150mm Travel.
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select RC 160mm 37mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shift Levers
Shimano XT
Cassette
Shimano XT 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Aeffect Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano HG8100
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss Hybrid 370 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 Tubeless
Spokes
DT Swiss Alpine 2.3/2.0
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF WT Double Down Maxx Grip 3C Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5 / Maxxis Aggressor WT Double Down Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT 2 Piston / Shimano RT66 203mm / Shimano RT66 203mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 780mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
Race Face Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 30.9mm
Motor & Battery
Motor
Dyname 3.0 Class 1 eMTB Drive | 250w | 108Nm
Battery
672 Wh Fully Integrated Li-Ion | 48V FAST Charger | 80% Charge in 2:10 | 100% Charge in 3:50
Remote
iWoc Trio
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 | 1.37 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 356 mm | 342 mm | 356 mm | 342 mm | 356 mm | 342 mm | 356 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 729 mm | 731 mm | 751 mm | 754 mm | 778 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm | 813 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 47 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 41 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 113 mm | 117 mm | 112 mm | 117 mm | 112 mm | 117 mm | 113 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | 585 mm | 598 mm | 606 mm | 607 mm | 615 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 421 mm | 409 mm | 443 mm | 432 mm | 466 mm | 454 mm | 492 mm | 481 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 580 mm | 602 mm | 605 mm | 627 mm | 630 mm | 657 mm | 660 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.1 ° | 74 ° | 75.1 ° | 74 ° | 75.1 ° | 74 ° | 75.1 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 483 mm | 482.5 mm | 521 mm | 520.5 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.6 ° | 64.5 ° | 66.1 ° | 65 ° | 66.1 ° | 65 ° | 66.1 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1157 mm | 1159 mm | 1179 mm | 1182 mm | 1206 mm | 1208 mm | 1238 mm | 1241 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -1 mm | 13 mm | -1 mm | 13 mm | -1 mm | 13 mm | -1 mm | 13 mm |
| Standover Height | 818 mm | 812 mm | 822 mm | 816 mm | 822 mm | 816 mm | 822 mm | 816 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) completes the Rockymountain E Altitude model. 33 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50 (Shimano) 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5549$. Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Carbon 90 Rally Edition 2020 on the other hand costs 9199$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Enduro e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro e-bike you should know that the average price is 4785$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) price was 6449$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 34.78% higher than the price of the average Enduro e-bike.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
Enduro e-bikes have an average weight of 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
a bit heavier than average, Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) has a weight of 24.8 kg (54.67 lbs). To sum up, it’s 5.89% heavier than the average weight of Enduro e-bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Lyrik Select model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70 (Shimano) is equipped with 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.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. 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.