Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 130mm
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Travel Rear 130mm
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Fork Fox Float 32
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Groupset X9, X7
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
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
SRAM X9 Type 2 All Mountain 10spd
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X7 MatchMaker Triggers 2x10spd
Cassette
SRAM PG-1030 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 36/24T 10spd
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Press Fit Team XC
Chain
SRAM PC-1031 10spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Wheeltech SL Hi Tension Straight Pull / Precision Sealed Japanese Bearings / 24H / 15mm Axle
Rear Hub
Wheeltech SL Hi Tension Straight Pull / Precision Sealed Japanese Bearings / 28H / 12 x 142mm Axle
Rims
Wheeltech Inferno 25 by SUNringlé
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Continental Folding F: Mountain King 29\" x 2.2\" / R: X King 29\" x 2.2\"
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 50 XM Hydraulic Disc 180mm
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir 50 XM
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face 6° x 60-90mm
Handlebar
Race Face Evolve 3/4 Rise Ø31.8mm x 725mm 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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 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 | 40 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 completes the Rockymountain Instinct model. 89 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Instinct bikes models from 2013, 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.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail 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 bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
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 Fox Float 32 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Instinct 950 has a rear shock with a travel of 130mm. The model Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The Instinct 950 2013 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Instinct 950 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
