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Element Carbon 30
A 27.5″ / 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$4,699| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z2 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'1" – 5'5"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Oct 2025
"I was a little worried the new Element's changes would make it a better XC bike, and take away some of what I love about it..."
Lightweight aggressive downcountry bike
Active rear end improves climbing traction
Snappy and responsive handling
Stable at speed
Reduced maintenance with flex-stays
Improved cable management and accessory mount
Better rear end progression in latter travel
Weak brakes (Level resin pad)
Stock lower-level dampers can be overwhelmed
Expensive
Feb 2025 · Daryl
The Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 70 is built for riders who want a bike that climbs efficiently, descends with confidence, and delivers a playful, responsive ride.
Jan 2025 · Sam James
The 2024 Rocky Mountain Element cross-country mountain bike cuts a similar silhouette to the old one, but does it ride any differently? We put it to the test.
Light frame weight
Lively, snappy ride
Great blend of climbing efficiency and descending confidence
Under-powered/mushy brakes
High cost of entry
Oct 2024 · By Miles Arbour
Find Miles’ 2025 Rocky Mountain Element review here and why it's refreshing in an industry that seems to value constant change...
Maintains geometry from the previous Element model, offering excellent climbing and descending, and hits well above its weight category
New flex stay design sheds some weight, improves pedalability, and means one less pivot point that needs to be maintained and replaced. This comes at no real loss to the rider
It still has a massive main triangle with room for multiple bottles or a big frame bag
Impressively lightweight
Ride-4 chip allows for geometry and fit shifts you can actually feel
Thoughtful build kit has no real shortcomings
Suspension bearings are now pressed into sleeves and linkage, not the carbon itself.
Press-fit bottom bracket could be a deal-breaker for some. Logan has had creaking issues, but I haven’t yet
The most affordable build costs $4,499 USD, which isn’t exactly cheap
No more aluminum options due to flex stay limitations, which means the Element will be out of reach for many
Oct 2024 · Jordan Villella
The new Rocky Mountain Element is well-suited for whatever comes its way. Whether it's lycra or baggies, the Element has a new lease on life.
Oct 2024 · Henry Quinney
Shock: Fox Float Performance Elite, size-specific tune..
Water bottle mounts tailored per size
Fully enclosed cables
Weight savings from flex pivot rear triangle (350g)
Climbs very well
Balanced geometry gives confidence without lethargy
No frame storage
Fox Grip X damper feels inferior to Grip2
Size-specific shock tune but not full frame kinematic tuning
| Frame | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | SMOOTHLINK SL™ Suspension | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 120mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle Color: Grey / Black/white |
|---|---|
| Fork | Marzocchi Z2 Float EVOL Rail 130mm | 44mm Offset Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float Rythm | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BBMT500 |
| Headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 6.5mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 8.0mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain 31.8 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50mm |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM | XS = 760mm | SM - XL = 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Race 142 | Steel Rails |
| Seatpost | Tranz X +RAD2.0 Adjustable Dropper Post | 30mm Adjustment | Alloy I-Spec EV Lever | 30.9mm | XS = 120mm | SM = 150mm | MD = 170mm | LG = 200mm | XL = 230mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On Light |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore 12spd |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano Deore | 32T | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS - SM = 165mm | MD - XL = 170mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore 12spd |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd |
| Chain | Shimano M6100 |
| Brakes | Shimano MT4120 4 Piston | Resin Pads Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB KOM Team i27 TCS 2.0 | 28H |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 2.0 Stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano TC500 | 15mm Boost |
| Rear Hub | Shimano TC500 Boost 148mm |
| Tires | F: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready | R: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready |
First added May 21
Last updated June 13