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2016 Rocky Mountain

Altitude 750

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price

$3,379
Weight31.1 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 150 / 160mm
ForkFox Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetXT, X7
BrakesShimano SLX Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
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Handling
nimblestable
Altitude 750
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

27 mph

Altitude 750

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'5"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'1", size LG, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Rocky Mountain Altitude is a versatile enduro bike praised for its lightweight carbon frame, effective suspension, and efficient climbing capabilities. Its Ride-9 system allows for extensive tuning of geometry and shock rate, making it adaptable to various riding styles. While it excels in agility and handling, some riders note a desire for more mid-stroke suspension support and longer geometry for high-speed stability.

Pros
  • Feathery-light carbon frame

  • Effective, supple suspension

  • Steep seat angle and clean suspension kinematics for efficient climbing

  • Ride-9 system allows for extensive tuning of geometry and shock rate

Cons
  • Taller riders may prefer a longer dropper post

  • Some testers desired more substantial support on critical sections

  • Lacks high-speed stability due to shorter geometry

Key Quotes
The Altitude has the steep seat angle and clean suspension kinematics to hustle upward with an ease that will endear it to XC racers and all-day climbers alike.
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Its geometry may not be radical, but the Altitude’s decent weight, big tyres and involving handling make it a blast to ride.
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Few bikes can go straight from the box to the demands of an enduro race or backcountry epics.
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NSMB
Min-Max: Norma’s 2014 Rocky Mountain Altitude MSL

Jun 2022

Where Andrew & Nice Guy Geoff undertake an actual exercise in min-maxing and Norma's 2014 Rocky Mountain Bikes Altitude gets a new lease on life.

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off.road.cc
Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy 30

Dec 2017

Rocky Mountain slot the radically overhauled 2018 Altitude into the category of an ‘aggressive trail’ bike. Sporting longer travel, a new frame and redesigned linkage the Altitude is longer, slacker and feeling the benefits. Review - Vitus Sommet VR Review - Canyon Spectral CF 8.0 The Light Stuff The frame of the Altitude has been updated across the range for 2018 and that includes the Alloy 30 model that we have in for test. The redesigned frame uses Rocky Mountain’s Form alloy with each tube optimised for strength, weight and ride quality.

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Mountain Bike Action
Tested - Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 70

Nov 2017 · MBA Action

We put the all new Altitude Carbon 70 to the test

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BikeRadar
Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 70 review

Nov 2017 · Tom Marvin

A fun ride, both for everyday trails and long hauls in the hills. Buy if you like your bikes to do it all

Highs
  • Smart kit choices, especially the tyre combo

  • Agile and involving handling means it’s happy whipping through tech terrain

Lows
  • Longer geometry would boost all-out speed

  • More mid-stroke support would give a tauter feel to the suspension

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 90 Review

Nov 2017 · Christoph Bayer

The Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 90 is a real dream bike! It is beautifully finished, a lot of fun to ride, and has a great component spec.

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Dirt Mountainbike
Rocky Mountain Altitude

Jul 2017 · Sjones

Mini Slayer cuts a fine dash

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MTBR
Rocky Mountain Altitude redesign debuted

Apr 2017 · Saris Mercanti

The new Rocky Mountain is everything you'd expect from a modern trail bike AND it's compatible with 26+. - Mtbr.com

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Rocky Mountain Altitude Rally Edition

Jan 2015 · Ian Collins

With the new Altitude line, Rocky Mountain has come into the mid travel market with guns blazing. When we first inquired about setting up a test, they were eager to put us onto the “Rally Edition” of the Altitude. Boasting a carbon fiber frame, a burly front end mated to a 150mm rear end with bar mounted lockout and an impressive spec, it definitely caught our eye. The “Ride-9” adjustable rear end offers up multiple geometry options and shock rates all with a simple yet genius 2 in 1 flip chip that houses the upper shock eyelet. On paper, the

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

FORM 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC + BC2 Pivots & Grease Ports. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-9 Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate

Fork

Fox 34 Float Fit4. 160mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Open Settings / Tapered Steerer

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float DPS Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 150mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Open Settings

Travel150mm

Bottom Bracket

Race Face Press Fit Team XC

Headset

FSA Orbit NO.57E: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered

Stem

RMB 6° x 60-70mm

Handlebar

Rocky Mountain Five15 XC 31.8mm x 760mm x 5° Sweep

Saddle

WTB Volt Race

Seatpost

RockShox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm x 350-420mm

TypeDropper

Grips

Rocky Mountain Lock On XC

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT Shadow Plus Direct Mount 10spd

Front Derailleur

SRAM X7 S3 Direct Mount 2x10spd

Crank

Race Face Aeffect Cinch 170-175mm Bash/36/22T 2x10spd

Shifters

Shimano SLX Rapid Fire I-Spec 2x10spd

Cassette

Shimano HG50 11-36T 10spd

Chain

Shimano HG54 10spd

Brakes

Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc 180mm

TypeShimano SLX Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano SLX

Wheels
Rims

Wheeltech Helix TR27 Tubeless Compatible by SUNringlé

Spokes

WTB 2.0-1.8 Butted

Front Hub

Shimano / Centerlock / 32H / 15mm Axle

Rear Hub

Shimano / Centerlock / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle

Tires

Maxxis F: Minion DHF EXO Folding 27.5\" x 2.3\" R: Ardent EXO Folding 27.5\" x 2.4\"

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