Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 70 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,299$
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 NX 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 2.0-1.8
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
Rocky Mountain AM 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 completes the Rockymountain Instinct model. Rocky Mountain launched 89 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rockymountain Instinct bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 50 2019 has a starting price of 3399$. Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 90 BC Edition 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 6099$.
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
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 4299$. In conclusion, this bike price is 55.65% more expensive than the price of the average Trail bike.
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.
Instinct Alloy 70 components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Elite Float 34 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 70 bike has the Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The Instinct Alloy 70 2019 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Instinct Alloy 70 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Instinct Alloy 70. 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.