Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,899$
Weight | 15.05 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 155mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 36
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
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.
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float Grip Performance 160mm 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPX2 Performance
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230 11-50T
Crank
SRAM Descendent 6k Eagle 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM BB92 DUB
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm
Rims
Race Face AR 30
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF WT EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.5 / Maxxis Aggressor WT EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.5
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RE / SRAM Centerline 200mm / SRAM Centerline 200mm
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide RE
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
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | SM | MD | MD | LG | LG | XL | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 339 mm | 355 mm | 339 mm | 355 mm | 339 mm | 355 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 727 mm | 730 mm | 753 mm | 756 mm | 779 mm | 782 mm | 811 mm | 814 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 50 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 106 mm | 112 mm | 105 mm | 113 mm | 106 mm | 112 mm | 106 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 602 mm | 604 mm | 607 mm | 613 mm | 617 mm | 622 mm | 626 mm |
| Reach | 399 mm | 395 mm | 423 mm | 418 mm | 446 mm | 441 mm | 473 mm | 469 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 570 mm | 594 mm | 595 mm | 619 mm | 620 mm | 649 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.4 ° | 74 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° | 74.4 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 392 mm | 392 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.9 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1153 mm | 1157 mm | 1179 mm | 1183 mm | 1205 mm | 1209 mm | 1237 mm | 1241 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 19 mm | 16 mm | 19 mm | 16 mm | 19 mm | 16 mm | 19 mm | 16 mm |
| Standover Height | 820 mm | 816 mm | 820 mm | 816 mm | 820 mm | 816 mm | 820 mm | 816 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 158 cm | 168 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 171 cm | 180 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition is part of the Rockymountain Instinct model. There are 89 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 30 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2599$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 2020, is the most expensive and costs 7299$.
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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition price is 8.34% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 15.05 kg (33.18 lbs), the Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition model is a bit heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 5.47% less than Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition.
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.
Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition components
Fork
Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition 2020 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 36 fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Fox Float DPX2 Performance model, with a travel of 155mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition 2020 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Instinct Alloy 50 BC Edition comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 8 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!