Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 90 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
8,359$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Travel Rear 180mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 38
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB92. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry. 29: 170mm Travel / 27.5: 180mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Suspension Fork
Fox 38 Float EVOL GRIP2 Factory Series | 27.5 = 180mm, 37mm Offset | 29 = 180mm, 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox DHX2 Factory | Steel Spring | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 230x65mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR
Cassette
Shimano XTR 12s 10-51T
Crank
Race Face Next R Cinch | 27.5 = 34T | 29 = 32T | 30mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BB92 30mm
Chain
Shimano XTR 12s
Wheels
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350 Boost 148mm | RMB Axle | 163mm x 12mm x 1.5mm
Rims
Race Face ARC 30 | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl | 32H
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0
Tires
F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Trail 4 Piston | Finned Metal Pads | RT86 203mm F Rotor | RT86 203mm R Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 CNC | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Handlebar
Race Face SixC | 820mm Width | 27.5 = 35mm Rise | 29 = 20mm Rise | 8° Backsweep | 4° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp
Grips
Ergon GD1 EVO Lock On
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E | 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race | Cromoly Rails | 142mm Width
Seatpost
Race Face Turbine R (by Fox) Dropper 30.9mm | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 175mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 337 mm | 337 mm | 347 mm | 347 mm | 347 mm |
| Front Center | 750 mm | 775 mm | 791 mm | 820 mm | 857 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 41 mm | 44 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 126 mm | 129 mm | 140 mm | 141 mm | 142 mm |
| Stack | 592 mm | 597 mm | 622 mm | 636 mm | 650 |
| Reach | 416 mm | 441 mm | 436 mm | 459 mm | 490 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 595 mm | 601 mm | 626 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.4 ° | 75.4 ° | 75.2 ° | 75.2 ° | 75.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.9 ° | 63.9 ° | 63.2 ° | 63.2 ° | 63.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1177 mm | 1202 mm | 1230 mm | 1259 mm | 1296 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 18 mm | 18 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Standover Height | 803 mm | 803 mm | 829 mm | 829 mm | 829 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Slayer Carbon 90 belongs to the Rockymountain Slayer model. Rocky Mountain launched 64 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rockymountain Slayer bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Rocky Mountain Slayer Alloy 30 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 3759$. Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 90 2021 on the other hand costs 8359$, and is the most expensive model.
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 Enduro bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Rocky Mountain released this model in 2021, its price was 8359$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 132.26% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Slayer Carbon 90 components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Factory Float 38 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 180mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox DHX2 Factory | Steel Spring, with a travel distance of 180mm. 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 Slayer Carbon 90 2021 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 90 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
The Rocky Mountain model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!