Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 70 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,199$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" / 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite 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
FORM™ Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate
Suspension Fork
Fox 34 Float Performance Elite 140mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Front Derailleur
Rocky Mountain Spirit Guide
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 10-50T
Crank
SRAM Stylo 7k Eagle 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP BB92
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746 Boost 148mm
Rims
Sun Düroc 30 Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
Spokes
WTB 1.8-1.6
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.3 / Maxxis Forekaster EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 AM
Handlebar
Race Face Turbine R 780mm
Grips
Rocky Mountain Lock On XC
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Performance Elite 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Steep | SM Steep | SM Slack | SM Slack | MD Steep | MD Steep | MD Slack | MD Slack | LG Steep | LG Steep | LG Slack | LG Slack | XL Steep | XL Steep | XL Slack | XL Slack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 351 mm | 335 mm | 338 mm | 322 mm | 351 mm | 335 mm | 338 mm | 322 mm | 351 mm | 335 mm | 337 mm | 322 mm | 351 mm | 335 mm | 337 mm | 322 mm |
| Front Center | 720 mm | 724 mm | 720 mm | 724 mm | 745 mm | 749 mm | 745 mm | 749 mm | 772 mm | 776 mm | 772 mm | 776 mm | 803 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 808 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 96 mm | 110 mm | 105 mm | 104 mm | 97 mm | 110 mm | 104 mm | 102 mm | 97 mm | 110 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 97 mm | 110 mm | 103 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 594 mm | 599 mm | 602 mm | 596 mm | 599 mm | 603 mm | 607 mm | 605 mm | 608 mm | 613 mm | 616 mm | 614 mm | 617 mm | 622 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 411 mm | 406 mm | 400 mm | 395 mm | 435 mm | 430 mm | 424 mm | 419 mm | 457 mm | 453 mm | 447 mm | 442 mm | 485 mm | 480 mm | 474 mm | 469 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 567 mm | 568 mm | 570 mm | 591 mm | 592 mm | 593 mm | 595 mm | 616 mm | 617 mm | 618 mm | 620 mm | 646 mm | 647 mm | 648 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 392 mm | 392 mm | 392 mm | 392 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.5 ° | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.6 ° | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.6 ° | 67 ° | 66.6 ° | 66 ° | 65.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1145 mm | 1149 mm | 1146 mm | 1150 mm | 1170 mm | 1174 mm | 1171 mm | 1175 mm | 1197 mm | 1201 mm | 1198 mm | 1202 mm | 1228 mm | 1232 mm | 1229 mm | 1234 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 23 mm | 20 mm | 36 mm | 33 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 36 mm | 33 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 37 mm | 33 mm | 23 mm | 20 mm | 37 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm | 807 mm | 803 mm | 802 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" | 29" | 27" |
About this model
Instinct Alloy 70 is a Rockymountain Instinct model. 89 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Instinct bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 50 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3199$. Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 BC Edition 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 5899$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2018, its price was 4199$. In conclusion, this bike price is 52.03% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
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
Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 70 2018 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Elite Float 34 fork, and has 140mm travel. 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
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite model, with a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 70 2018, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Instinct Alloy 70 has 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.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Instinct Alloy 70. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.