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Instinct 930
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$2,699| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Manitou |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | XT, Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Instinct is a versatile trail bike that excels on technical terrain, offering a balanced mix of agility, traction, and durability. Its Ride-9 adjustable geometry and suspension system, along with high-quality components, provide a premium ride experience. While some riders note the rear suspension could be plusher and the bike's weight is on the higher side, its performance on descents and rough trails is consistently praised.
Versatile for trail and all-mountain riding
Ride-9 adjustable geometry and suspension system
High-quality components and durable frame
Excellent traction and handling on technical terrain
Premium ride quality
Rear suspension could be plusher
Higher weight compared to some competitors
Premium pricing
Requires careful tuning for optimal performance
The Rocky Mountain Instinct BC Edition is a bike that defies labeling.
Mountain Bike ActionIt quickly became apparent that the Instinct lives to rip technical terrain. It ate up rocks and roots on rough trails, flew through high-speed singletrack and carved corners with ease.
Canadian Cycling MagazineThe BC Edition turns the fun dial up to 10.
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Oct 2016
The Rocky Mountain Instinct puts finesse first and foremost, but can be a bruiser when it needs to don the brass knuckles.
Nov 2015 · McCoy
This is not a nimble bike and should not be ridden as if it were...
Oct 2015 · Kent Robertson
From general trail riding to long adventure rides or backcountry stage races to steep and blown out shuttle descents — this bike is ready. - Mtbr.com
May 2015 · Andrew Richardson
Testing out the newest edition to the Rocky Mountain lineup, the Instinct 990 MSL BC Edition on the Canadian trails. What a machine!
Jan 2015 · Guy Kesteven
Stiff, light trail 29er with super-slack ‘flat out, foot out’ swagger, but size and tune carefully for full potential
Aug 2014 · Canadian Cycling Magazine
Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL is a big-wheeled bike for big rides
| Frame | FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate |
|---|---|
| Fork | Manitou Minute Expert. 130mm. TPC Absolute+ Damper / Hydraulic Bottom Out / Compression / Lockout / Rebound / 15mm Hexlock Axle / Tapered Steerer Travel: 130mm |
| Shock | Fox Float CTD Custom Race Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face Press Fit Team XC |
| Headset | Cane Creek Fifteen Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered |
| Stem | Race Face 6° x 60-80mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face Ride 1/2 Rise Ø31.8mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Race |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On XC |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X5 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd |
| Crank | Race Face Ride 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano HG54 10spd |
| Brakes | Shimano M506 Hydraulic Disc 180mm Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M506 I-Spec Shifter Mount |
| Rims | Wheeltech Inferno 27 by SUNringlé |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Champion |
| Front Hub | Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle |
| Rear Hub | Shimano 618 / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle |
| Tires | Maxxis F: Ardent EXO Folding 29\" x 2.4\" R: Ikon EXO Folding 29\" x 2.35\" |
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Last updated April 14
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