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Instinct 970 MSL
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$5,399| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | X0, XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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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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
Feb 2014
The Rocky Mountain Instinct 970 MSL BC Edition sparked serious emotions in our testers, leading to this robust debate about what wheel size actually means.
| Frame | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. ABC™ Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Float 29 130 FIT CTD. 130mm. FIT Damper / Rebound / Climb (Lockout) - Trail (Compression) - Descend (Open) Settings / 15mm Axle / Tapered Steerer Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float CTD Remote Custom Trail Valved. SmoothLink™ Design 130mm. Rebound / Remote Climb (X-Firm ProPedal) - Trail (ProPedal) - Descend (Open) Settings / Adjustable Suspension Rate Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face Cinch 30mm BB92 Press Fit |
| Headset | Cane Creek Forty Series: IS42mm Top / IS52mm Bottom Tapered |
| Stem | Race Face Turbine 35mm 6° x 60-80mm |
| Handlebar | Race Face Turbine 1/2 Rise Ø35mm x 760mm x 9° Sweep |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Race |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 355-420mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On XC |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X0 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd |
| Crank | Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd |
| Shifters | Shimano XT Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd |
| Cassette | Shimano HG81 11-36T 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano HG95 10spd |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc 180mm Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT I-Spec Shifter Mount |
| Rims | Stan\'s ZTR Flow Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition |
| Front Hub | Shimano XT / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle |
| Rear Hub | Shimano XT / 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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