Rocky Mountain Instinct 950 2014
2014 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,099$
Weight | 13.67 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork Fox Float 32
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Groupset XT, X7 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FORM™ Alloy Custom Hydroformed Frame ABC™ Pivots Tapered Head Tube Press Fit BB Internal Cable Routing Internal \"Stealth\" Dropper Post Routing Internal Shock Remote Routing ISCG05 Tabs RIDE-9™ System Adjustable Geometry & Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float 29 130 CTD
Rear Shock
Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd
Cassette
Shimano HG62 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 36/22T 2x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
Shimano HG54 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Shimano SLX / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Inferno 25 by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Continental Mountain King Folding 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX I-Spec Shifter Mount
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 60-80mm
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 750mm x 9° Sweep
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
Cane Creek Ten Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Rocky Mountain XC Light
Seatpost
Race Face 30.9mm x 375mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 661 mm | 685 mm | 709 mm | 734 mm | 761 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 105 mm | 106 mm | 106 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 608 mm | 618 mm | 627 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 394 mm | 414 mm | 436 mm | 458 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 547 mm | 571 mm | 594 mm | 619 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° | 67.7 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104 mm | 1128 mm | 1152 mm | 1177 mm | 1204 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm | 730 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Instinct 950 is part of the Rockymountain Instinct model. There are 89 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Instinct bikes models from 2014, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct 930 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2699$. Rocky Mountain Instinct 999 MSL 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 7599$.
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 bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3099$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 12.2% higher.
Trail bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
Weighing 13.67 kg (30.14 lbs), the Instinct 950 model is a bit heavier than average. In other words, this model is 5.32% heavier than the average Trail bike.
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
Rocky Mountain Instinct 950 2014 bike is equipped with the Fox Float 32 fork, and has 130mm 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 CTD Custom Race Valved model, with a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Instinct 950 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. 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 950 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.