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Element 950
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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$3,099| Weight | 29.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 95 / 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 10 |
| Groupset | X9, X7 |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Element is celebrated for its versatility as a cross-country bike, excelling in technical terrain and climbs with a balance of agility and comfort. Its suspension and lightweight design are frequently praised, though some note the headtube angle and travel limitations. The bike is often compared to models like the Yeti SB95 and Santa Cruz Tallboy for its performance.
Capable on seriously technical terrain
Lightweight frame and efficient for XC racing
Good suspension settings with Fox’s CTD
Comfortable, balanced fit
Relentless agility on technical climbs
Steepish 70.6-degree headtube angle
Short feeling 100mm of travel
40mm BB drop leads to clipped pedals
This bike tears up technical climbs with a relentless agility, and is almost as remorseless on steep descents filled with rocks, roots and sizeable drops.
BIKE MagazineIt’s a very laterally stiff front end that, so long as you possess the strength to control it, will hold the intended line through whatever you hit.
BikerumorSmoothLink suspension stays supple yet supportive through a wider range of gears than conventional single pivot or other four-bar suspension configurations
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Jun 2016 · Saris Mercanti
The Element has been Rocky Mountain's premiere XC race bike for two decades. It's evolved considerably over the years and the newest version is claimed to be the most capable to date. - Mtbr.com
Sep 2014 · Dirt HQ
The Rocky Mountain Element 999 RSL looks ideal for the rider who likes to rip up the hills as quickly as coming down them...
Jul 2014
This bike tears up technical climbs with a relentless agility, and is almost as remorseless on steep descents filled with rocks, roots and sizeable drops–despite having a steepish 70.6-degree headtube angle.
Jan 2013 · Tyler Benedict
When Rocky Mountain Bicycles unveiled the carbon fiber Element RSL 29er line this summer, we had one of the first bikes available and were able to post actual weights, tech specs and first impressions for the debut. Now, with half a year of riding on it, we’ve got a much better grasp of the bike’s …
Apr 2012 · MBA Action
A 29er Smooth as Maple Syrup Rocky Mountain Element 950 The Element line has long been a staple in Rocky Mountain's cross-country offerings. For 2012,
| Frame | FORM™ Alloy Custom Hydroformed Frame ABC™ Pivots Tapered Head Tube Press Fit BB Internal Cable Routing |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Float 29 100 Dual Remote CTD Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float Dual Remote CTD Custom Race Valved Travel: 95mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face Press Fit Team XC |
| Headset | Cane Creek Ten Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered |
| Stem | Race Face 6° x 70-100mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face Evolve Flat Wide Ø31.8mm x 720mm x 9° Sweep |
| Saddle | Rocky Mountain XC Light |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain XC 30.9mm x 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On XC |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X9 10spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX E Mount 3x10spd |
| Crank | Race Face Evolve 170-175mm 42/32/22T 3x10spd |
| Shifters | SRAM X7 MatchMaker Triggers 3x10spd |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1030 11-36T 10spd |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1031 10spd |
| Brakes | Avid Elixir 5 Hydraulic Disc 180mm Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid Elixir 5 MatchMaker |
| Rims | Wheeltech Inferno 23 by SUNringlé |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition |
| Front Hub | SRAM X7 / 6 Bolt/ 32H / 15mm Axle |
| Rear Hub | SRAM X7 / 6 Bolt / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle |
| Tires | Continental Folding F: X King 29\" x 2.2\" / R: Race King 29\" x 2.2\" |
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