Rocky Mountain Element 950 2015
2015 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,099$
Weight | 13.22 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 95mm -
Fork Fox Float 32
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Groupset X9, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 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
Suspension Fork
Fox 32 Float 29 100 Dual Remote CTD
Rear Shock
Fox Float Dual Remote CTD Custom Race Valved
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9 10spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX E Mount 3x10spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X7 MatchMaker Triggers 3x10spd
Cassette
SRAM PG-1030 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 42/32/22T 3x10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
SRAM PC-1031 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM X7 / 6 Bolt/ 32H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
SRAM X7 / 6 Bolt / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Continental Folding F: X King 29\" x 2.2\" / R: Race King 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 5 Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir 5 MatchMaker
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 70-100mm
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 720mm 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
Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm |
| Front Center | 624 mm | 655 mm | 678 mm | 704 mm | 730 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 85 mm | 86 mm | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Stack | 586.1 mm | 596.8 mm | 606.3 mm | 615.7 mm | 629.9 mm |
| Reach | 382.2 mm | 403.1 mm | 423.4 mm | 445.7 mm | 466.7 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552 mm | 576 mm | 599 mm | 624 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.6 ° | 70.6 ° | 70.6 ° | 70.6 ° | 70.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060 mm | 1091 mm | 1114 mm | 1140 mm | 1166 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 765 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm | 765 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Element 950 completes the Rockymountain Element model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Element bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Element 930 2015 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2599$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Element 999 RSL 2015, is the most expensive and costs 10499$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3099$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 62.68% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
a bit heavier than average, Element 950 has a weight of 13.22 kg (29.15 lbs). In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 6.61% lower than this one.
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.
Overview of components
Fork
The Element 950 comes factory-installed with the Fox Float 32 fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Element 950 has a rear shock with a travel of 95mm. The model Fox Float Dual Remote CTD Custom Race Valved is the one installed in this bike. 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
When leaving the production line, the Element 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Element 950 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.