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Slayer Park
A 29″ / 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill bike with high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
$5,299| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 180 / 180mm |
| Fork | RockShox BoXXer |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 7 |
| Groupset | Truvativ Descendant, GX |
| Brakes | SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
🐐 Estimated
Jul 2024 · Ron Koch
It was designed to be versatile and ready to tackle the most intense of trails and with the biggest jumps known to humankind.
Nov 2023 · Mike Kazimer
The Slayer's handling slots into what I'd call the 'classic freeride' category... it feels most at home on steeper, natural trails.
Geometry works well in steep terrain
Good range of effective geometry adjustments
Plenty of room for tool and snack storage in the frame
Swapping shock springs is a time-consuming process
More plush than precise - can get bogged down on chunkier trails
Mixed-wheel setup requires purchasing a different shock link on larger sizes
Jul 2023
This summer, I had the pleasure of testing the Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 50, a beast of a bike designed for tackling especially challenging terrain. Despite riding a few new trails in dry and loose conditions, the Slayer felt like the perfect bike to push limits and gave me the courage to hit features I might have previously shied away from. The Slayer C50 features Rocky Mountain Bicycles' RIDE-4 geometry adjustment system, which allows riders to adjust the bike's geometry in slacker and steeper settings to suit the terrain they are slaying. I've been enjoying the front-end control and climbing comfort of slightly steeper bikes in recent months, so I set the geometry in the number-four position—the steepest setting—during my test rides. While throwing around a generous 180 millimeters of suspension travel in the front and rear, the Slayer surprised me with its remarkable climbing prowess. The medium size tested came equipped with a mixed-wheel setup. Featuring a 29-inch wheel in the front and a 27.5-inch wheel out back, the bike delivered excellent power transfer and traction. Even with the rear tire sporting a Double Down casing and Cush Core tire insert, it retained an efficient feeling. The steep seat tube angle of nearly 78 degrees ensures an efficient pedaling position, pushing the rider’s weight forward to keep weight distribution centered while cranking up steep climbs. The active Fox DHX2 Performance Elite rear coil is a welcome addition too as it generated extra grip over roots and rocks.
Jun 2023 · Steve Fisher
Rocky Mountain Bikes updates the Slayer freeride bike with mixed wheel compatibility, revised geo and suspension, and down tube storage.
Jun 2023 · Peter Walker, Rudolf Fischer
New 2023 Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 50 2023 first ride review. A cool freeride beast packed with features?
Countless geometry settings
Tire inserts as standard
Extensive frame protection
Poor suspension performance
Loud rattling noise on the trail
Flaws in the spec
Jun 2023
Rocky Mountain pulls no punches with the meanest Slayer yet.
Full carbon frameset on carbon models
In-frame storage (PenaltyBox) with magnetic latch
Excellent tire spec: Maxxis Assegai MaxxGrip DD front, Minion DHR II MaxxTerra DD rear on all models
CushCore XC inserts pre-installed on carbon models
Highly adjustable geometry (Ride-4 chip, adjustable chainstay length)
Mullet wheel options on small and medium sizes
SLX brakes: powerful, quiet, good modulation
Clean looking storage solution
Proper tires across the range
Stock shock tune (450lb spring) too soft for heavier riders; rebound adjuster maxed out with heavier spring
Fox Performance suspension (GRIP damper) undergunned for aggressive riding; lacks composure of GRIP2
SLX drivetrain has mechanical feel, not crisp
Brake pads rattle in calipers
Slight buzz from SLX rotors
Heavy weight (Carbon 50 size large just under 38lbs)
Chainstay length same across sizes
| Frame | FORM™ Alloy | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 180mm Travel | MX Configuration equipped - 29 compatible | FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Grey / Black/brown |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Boxxer BASE Charger 3 RC 200mm | 48mm Offset Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Coil HBO | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 40x8mm F Hardware | SM = 230x65mm | MD - LG - XL = 250x70mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ Travel: 180mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM BB92 DUB Wide |
| 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 | 1-1/8" Reducer Crown Race |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain 35 CNC DH |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 38mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp |
| Saddle | WTB Solano Fusion Form 142 | Steel Rails |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | ODI Elite Pro Lock On |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX DH |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM Descendant | 34T | DUB Spindle | Crankarm Length: SM - XL = 165mm |
| Shifters | SRAM GX DH |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-720 11-25T |
| Chain | KMC X11-1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Maven Stealth 4 Piston | Metal Pads Type: SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i30 TOUGH TCS 2.0 | 32H |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 2.0 Stainless |
| Front Hub | Novatec D951SB DH Sealed Boost 20mm |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Ratchet LN |
| Tires | F: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip DH Tubeless Ready | R: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 ST DH Wire Bead |
First added May 21
Last updated June 13