Rocky Mountain Altitude A30 Shimano 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 170mm
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Travel Rear 160mm
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Fork RockShox ZEB Select
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Groupset Deore
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM Steep
155cm - 167cm
SM Neutral
155cm - 167cm
SM Slack
155cm - 167cm
MD Neutral
165cm - 175cm
MD Steep
165cm - 175cm
MD Slack
165cm - 175cm
MD Steep
167cm - 177cm
MD Neutral
167cm - 177cm
MD Slack
167cm - 177cm
LG Steep
175cm - 188cm
LG Neutral
175cm - 188cm
LG Slack
175cm - 188cm
XL Steep
185cm - 198cm
XL Neutral
185cm - 198cm
XL Slack
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
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 | 2 Position Axle | 160mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb Select RC 170mm | 27.5 = 38mm Offset | 29 = 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | SM = 210x55mm | MD - LG - XL = 230x60mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 12spd
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Crank
Shimano Deore | 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Chain
Shimano M6100
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
Tires
F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4120 4 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT64 203mm | R:Shimano RT64 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Grips
ODI Elite Pro Lock On
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 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 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Neutral | SM Slack | MD Neutral | MD Steep | MD Slack | MD Steep | MD Neutral | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Neutral | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Neutral | XL Slack |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.35 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 343 mm | 335 mm | 343 mm | 350 mm | 336 mm | 355 mm | 347 mm | 340 mm | 355 mm | 347 mm | 340 mm | 355 mm | 347 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 744 mm | 744 mm | 745 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 774 mm | 781 mm | 781 mm | 782 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 849 mm | 849 mm | 849 mm |
| Rake | 36 mm | 38 mm | 39 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 37 mm | 43 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 122 mm | 124 mm | 127 mm | 126 mm | 122 mm | 129 mm | 123 mm | 125 mm | 130 mm | 122 mm | 125 mm | 131 mm | 122 mm | 125 mm | 132 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 593 mm | 598 mm | 603 mm | 598 mm | 607 mm | 613 mm | 617 mm | 621 mm | 626 mm | 631 mm | 635 mm | 640 mm | 644 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 427 mm | 420 mm | 452 mm | 458 mm | 446 mm | 458 mm | 452 mm | 446 mm | 483 mm | 477 mm | 471 mm | 513 mm | 507 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 576 mm | 577 mm | 600 mm | 602 mm | 604 mm | 605 mm | 607 mm | 608 mm | 634 mm | 635 mm | 637 mm | 667 mm | 668 mm | 670 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° | 76 ° | 76.5 ° | 75.4 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° | 76.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° | 65 ° | 65.5 ° | 64.4 ° | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° | 65.5 ° | 65 ° | 64.4 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 424 mm | 425 mm | 424 mm | 423 mm | 425 mm | 433 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm | 433 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm | 433 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1166 mm | 1168 mm | 1169 mm | 1196 mm | 1195 mm | 1198 mm | 1213 mm | 1214 mm | 1215 mm | 1245 mm | 1246 mm | 1246 mm | 1281 mm | 1282 mm | 1282 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 4 mm | 12 mm | 20 mm | 12 mm | 5 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 19 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm | 19 mm | 27 mm | 34 mm |
| Standover Height | 771 mm | 768 mm | 764 mm | 801 mm | 809 mm | 794 mm | 816 mm | 813 mm | 810 mm | 816 mm | 813 mm | 810 mm | 816 mm | 813 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 155 cm | 165 cm | 165 cm | 165 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 175 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm | 198 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Altitude A30 Shimano belongs to the Rockymountain Altitude model. There are 88 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Altitude A30 Shimano 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3999$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 90 Rally Edition 2023, is the most expensive and costs 9999$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Altitude A30 Shimano price is 11.11% higher than the average cost of an Enduro 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 Altitude A30 Shimano 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox ZEB Select fork, and has 170mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ | Sealed rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
The Altitude A30 Shimano 2023 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rocky Mountain Altitude A30 Shimano is equipped 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.
Sizes
There are 15 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 198 cm (5.09 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Rocky Mountain Altitude A30 Shimano includes a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.
