Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 50 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,049$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon, FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. FORM™ Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Float Performance 120mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Remote Performance Elite
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 10-50T
Crank
SRAM Stylo 6k Eagle 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP BB92
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm
Rims
Sun Helix TR25 SL - Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
Spokes
WTB 1.8-1.6
Tires
Maxxis Forekaster EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.35 / Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed 3C Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain AM
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM 760mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Slack | XXL Steep | XXL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 330 mm | 343 mm | 330 mm | 343 mm | 329 mm | 343 mm | 329 mm | 343 mm | 329 mm |
| Front Center | 673 mm | 674 mm | 699 mm | 700 | 725 mm | 726 mm | 756 mm | 757 mm | 778 mm | 779 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 54 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 90 mm | 81 mm | 88 mm | 81 mm | 89 mm | 81 mm | 89 mm | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 592 mm | 600 mm | 601 mm | 609 mm | 615 mm | 624 mm | 624 mm | 633 mm | 638 mm | 647 mm |
| Reach | 401 mm | 389 mm | 424 mm | 412 mm | 445 mm | 433 mm | 472 mm | 461 mm | 489 mm | 477 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 558 mm | 561 mm | 583 mm | 586 mm | 608 mm | 611 mm | 638 mm | 642 mm | 658 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.3 ° | 74.1 ° | 75.3 ° | 74.2 ° | 75.3 ° | 74.2 ° | 75.3 ° | 74.2 ° | 75.3 ° | 74.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 394 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.8 ° | 68.6 ° | 69.8 ° | 68.7 ° | 69.8 ° | 68.7 ° | 69.8 ° | 68.7 ° | 69.8 ° | 68.7 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 93 mm | 93 mm | 103 mm | 103 mm | 118 mm | 118 mm | 128 mm | 128 mm | 143 mm | 143 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 433 mm | 431 mm | 433 mm | 431 mm | 433 mm | 431 mm | 433 mm | 431 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1102 mm | 1103 mm | 1128 mm | 1129 mm | 1154 mm | 1155 mm | 1185 mm | 1186 mm | 1207 mm | 1208 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 31 mm | 44 mm | 31 mm | 44 mm | 31 mm | 45 mm | 31 mm | 45 mm | 31 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 818 mm | 814 mm | 818 mm | 814 mm | 818 mm | 814 mm | 818 mm | 814 mm | 818 mm | 814 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Element Carbon 50 is a Rockymountain Element model. Rocky Mountain released 77 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Element bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Element Alloy 30 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2599$. On the other hand, Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 99 2018, is the most expensive and costs 9199$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2018, its price was 4049$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 112.55% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 50 bike has the Fox Float DPS Remote Performance Elite model installed, and has a travel of 100mm. 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. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 50 2018, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.