Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay Carbon 70 2018
2018 E-bike
Weight | 22.3 kg
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" / 26" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 36
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Groupset EX1, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ carbon front triangle, FORM™ alloy rear triangle. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. 250 W / 48V Powerplay Drive. Li-Ion 632 Watt/Hr.
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float EVOL Grip Performance 160mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM EX1
Shift Levers
SRAM EX1
Cassette
SRAM XG-899 11-48T
Crank
Race Face Turbine Cinch 34T
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92
Chain
SRAM EX1
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350 Boost 148mm
Rims
Sun Düroc 40. Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl.
Spokes
WTB 2.0-1.8
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF WT EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RE. SRAM Centerline 200mm.
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide RE
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM
Handlebar
Race Face Chester 780mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On Light
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57 Steerer Stop
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Performance Elite 30.9mm. S: 125mm Drop / M - XL: 150mm Drop.
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Steep | SM Slack | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Steep | MD Slack | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Steep | LG Slack | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Steep | XL Slack | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 356 mm | 347 mm | 342 mm | 332 mm | 356 mm | 347 mm | 342 mm | 332 mm | 356 mm | 347 mm | 342 mm | 332 mm | 356 mm | 347 mm | 342 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 729 mm | 736 mm | 731 mm | 736 mm | 751 mm | 758 mm | 754 mm | 758 mm | 778 mm | 785 mm | 780 mm | 785 mm | 810 mm | 817 mm | 813 mm | 817 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 48 mm | 47 mm | 49 mm | 42 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 41 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 113 mm | 106 mm | 117 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 107 mm | 117 mm | 113 mm | 112 mm | 105 mm | 117 mm | 113 mm | 113 mm | 107 mm | 118 mm | 114 mm |
| Stack | 577 mm | 580 mm | 585 mm | 588 mm | 598 mm | 601 mm | 606 mm | 610 mm | 607 mm | 611 mm | 615 mm | 619 mm | 621 mm | 624 mm | 630 mm | 633 mm |
| Reach | 421 mm | 416 mm | 409 mm | 405 mm | 443 mm | 439 mm | 432 mm | 427 mm | 466 mm | 461 mm | 454 mm | 450 mm | 492 mm | 488 mm | 481 mm | 476 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 578 mm | 580 mm | 581 mm | 602 mm | 603 mm | 605 mm | 606 mm | 627 mm | 628 mm | 630 mm | 631 mm | 657 mm | 658 mm | 660 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.1 ° | 74.7 ° | 74 ° | 73.6 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.7 ° | 74 ° | 73.6 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.7 ° | 74 ° | 73.6 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.7 ° | 74 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 482.5 mm | 482.5 mm | 482.5 mm | 482.5 mm | 520.5 mm | 520.5 mm | 520.5 mm | 520.5 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.6 ° | 65.2 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.1 ° | 66.1 ° | 65.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° | 66.1 ° | 65.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° | 66.1 ° | 65.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 425 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 425 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 425 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 425 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1157 mm | 1161 mm | 1159 mm | 1164 mm | 1179 mm | 1183 mm | 1182 mm | 1186 mm | 1206 mm | 1210 mm | 1208 mm | 1213 mm | 1238 mm | 1242 mm | 1241 mm | 1245 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -1 mm | -4 mm | 13 mm | 11 mm | -1 mm | -4 mm | 13 mm | 11 mm | -1 mm | -4 mm | 13 mm | 11 mm | -1 mm | -4 mm | 13 mm | 11 mm |
| Standover Height | 818 mm | 818 mm | 812 mm | 812 mm | 822 mm | 821 mm | 816 mm | 815 mm | 822 mm | 821 mm | 816 mm | 815 mm | 822 mm | 821 mm | 816 mm | 815 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" | 27" | 26" |
Model Overview
Altitude Powerplay Carbon 70 belongs to the Rockymountain E Altitude model. 33 e-bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain E Altitude e-bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
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 Enduro e-bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro e-bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4785$. However, you could also get a good Enduro e-bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your e-bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Enduro e-bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro e-bike is 23.42 kg (51.63 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 22.3 kg (49.16 lbs), the Altitude Powerplay Carbon 70 model is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 5.02% lighter than the average weight of Enduro e-bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this e-bike has the Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite model, with a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The wheels on Altitude Powerplay Carbon 70 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the e-bike. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Altitude Powerplay Carbon 70 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
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.