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Instinct Carbon 30
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,649| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 140mm |
| Fork | RockShox Reba |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | NX |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Rocky Mountain Instinct is a versatile enduro bike praised for its refined suspension kinematics and Ride-9 adjustable geometry system, making it adaptable to various riding styles. It excels in both climbing and descending, with a stable and capable performance on technical trails. However, some reviews note limitations in brake power and bottom-bracket height in slacker settings.
Versatile and adaptable to various riding styles
Refined suspension kinematics for more progressiveness
Ride-9 adjustable geometry system
Stable and capable descender
Good small-bump compliance
Guide R brakes lack power and adjustability
Bottom-bracket height can be limiting in slacker settings
Stock shock tune may be limiting for some preferences
Is it a backcountry scree-slope raider? Is it a big-wheel play bike, a slack-angled couch, a relaxed-fit trail carver, a long-legged marathon racer? Yes.
BIKE MagazineThe new Instinct is—swift.
BikerumorWhile the B.C. is the burlier of the Instinct models, in relation to other long-travel 29ers it’s still an all-dayer rather than an all-slayer
BikeRadarFeedback?
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Sep 2019 · Dan Cavallari
With adjustable geometry and the ability to run 29 or 27.5 inch wheels, the Instinct C70 offers one-bike-stable versatility
Feb 2019 · James Bracey
The Rocky Mountain Instinct trail bike gets a big-travel makeover worthy of its North Shore Inspiration with the Carbon 90 BC Edition.
Lively ride characteristic.
At home on steep, technical trails both up and down.
Most of the geometry is completely dialled.
Tall bottom bracket height.
Aug 2018 · Guy Kesteven
Although the shock is fixed in what would be the lowest and slackest position on the standard bike, the extra travel means a very tall 350mm bottom bracket (18mm higher than on the non-BC Instinct). . .
Aug 2018 · Jordan Villella
The Rocky Mountain Instinct Alloy 50 BC edition is the latest offering from the North Vancouver-based bike maker. It’s designed to shred the gnar — and do a reasonable job when the trail turns skyward. - Mtbr.com
Aug 2018
Usually reserved for its top-end carbon models, Rocky Mountain just gave the BC treatment to its alloy outback 29er, the Instinct. Have a look at what $3,700 can get you.
Jun 2018 · McCoy
Rocky Mountain’s R&D facility is nestled at the foot of Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains, home to some of the most well-known trails in the world.
Mar 2018 · Christophe Noel
With refresh in the middle of last year, the 2018 Rocky Mountain Instinct Trail 29er keeps its XC pacing but ups the technical capability. The result is a fast, nimble bike ready for rougher trails. Our full review explains what's changed, and why the updates were a good thing...
Feb 2018 · Ieuan Williams
A Canadian answer to all things 29
| Frame | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL 140mm Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Debonair RT Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face BB92 |
| Headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain AM |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM 760mm |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | Race Face Aeffect Dropper 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On Light |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Rocky Mountain Spirit Guide |
| Crank | Race Face Aeffect Cinch 30T Steel |
| Shifters | SRAM NX |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130 11-42T |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1110 |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Type: SRAM Level Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Sun Helix TR27 SL Tubeless Compatible - Tape | Valves | Sealant Not Incl |
|---|---|
| Spokes | WTB 2.0 |
| Front Hub | Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm |
| Rear Hub | SRAM MTH 746 Boost 148mm |
| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHR II EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.3 / Maxxis Forekaster EXO Tubeless Ready 29 x 2.35 |
First added September 9
Last updated April 14
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