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2016 Rocky Mountain

Element 970 RSL

Prix du fabricant

4 999 $US(4 362 €)
Poids11,2 kg  
CadreCarbone
Suspensioncomplet, 95 / 100mm
FourcheFox Float 32
Amortisseur arrièreFox Float DPS Performance
roues29″ Aluminium
Transmission2 × 11
GroupeXTR, XT
FreinsMagura Disque hydraulique
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Handling
nimblestable
Element 970 RSL
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Transmission

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)

48 km/h

Element 970 RSL

44 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Commentaires

Résumé

The Rocky Mountain Element is celebrated for its versatility as a cross-country bike, excelling in technical terrain and climbs with a balance of agility and comfort. Its suspension design and lightweight frame contribute to efficient performance, though some note the headtube angle and travel limitations. The bike is often compared favorably to other high-performance cross-country models.

Pros
  • Capable on technical terrain

  • Lightweight and efficient for XC racing

  • Comfortable for long rides

  • Good suspension performance

  • Versatile for both climbing and descending

Cons
  • Steep headtube angle

  • Limited travel for some riders

  • High cost for premium builds

Key Quotes
This bike tears up technical climbs with a relentless agility, and is almost as remorseless on steep descents filled with rocks, roots and sizeable drops.
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It’s a very laterally stiff front end that, so long as you possess the strength to control it, will hold the intended line through whatever you hit.
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SmoothLink suspension stays supple yet supportive through a wider range of gears than conventional single pivot or other four-bar suspension configurations
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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Rocky Mountain Element 990 RSL B.C. Edition review

avr. 2017 · Matt Stetson

A cross country bike that fears no trail

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BikeRadar
Rocky Mountain Element 999 RSL T.O. review

mars 2017 · Russell Eich

An insanely fast, XC race bike that's eager to take on the technical lines. Buy if you have deep pockets and want an insanely fast, trail-bike capable Canadian singletrack missile

Points forts
  • Crazy fast, wonderfully capable, carbon everywhere, stout Fox 34 fork, Reverb dropper post, SRAM Eagle

Points faibles
  • Delicate Ikon tires, Valor wheels overwhelmed, costs more than most used cars

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Mountain Bike Action
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELEMENT 970 RSL TEST

janv. 2017 · McCoy

A lightweight bike to rip your local trails

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Bikerumor
One Ride Review: 2017 Rocky Mountain Element XC-ish full suspension mountain bike

nov. 2016 · Tyler Benedict

A few years ago, I had the Rocky Mountain Element in for long term review and applauded its go-fast manners and ability to handle Pisgah’s rough descents at high speeds. For 2017, the Canadian brand embraced their North Shore roots with updated geometry and linkage and increased travel to make it a little more capable. This latest model now …

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Dirt Mountainbike
Rocky Mountain Element 999 RSL

sept. 2014 · Dirt HQ

The Rocky Mountain Element 999 RSL looks ideal for the rider who likes to rip up the hills as quickly as coming down them...

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BIKE Magazine
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELEMENT 970 RSL BC EDITION Review

juil. 2013

Rocky Mountain's Element 970 RSL BC Edition is a cross-country racer, British Columbia style. Light, efficient and surprisingly capable in technical conditions—an excellent choice for grueling endurance races.

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MTBR
2013 Rocky Mountain Element RSL Carbon 29er Preview

juin 2012 · Lee Lau

- Mtbr.com

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Géométrie
Spécifications
Construire
Cadre

Smoothwall Carbon. ABC Pivots. Tapered Head Tube. Press Fit BB.

Norme BBBB86/BB92, Appuyez sur Fit

Fourche

Fox 32 Float Fit4 Adjust. 100mm. Rebound / Firm - Medium - Adjustable Open Settings / Tapered Steerer

Voyager100mm

Type de ressortAir

Amortisseur arrière

Fox Float DPS Remote Custom Valved. SmoothLink Design 95mm. Rebound / Remote Firm - Medium - Open Settings

Voyager95mm

Pédalier

Race Face Cinch 30mm BB92 Pressfit

Casque

FSA Orbit C-40: IS42mm Top / 52mm Bottom Tapered

Tige

RMB SL35 7° x 70-90mm

Guidon

Race Face Turbine 1/2 Riser 35mm x 740mm x 9° Sweep

Selle

WTB Silverado Race

Tige de selle

Rocky Mountain SL 30.9mm x 400mm

TypeRigide

Poignées

Rocky Mountain Lock On XC

Groupe
Derailleur arriere

Shimano XTR Shadow Plus Direct Mount 11spd

Dérailleur avant

Shimano XT E-Type Mount 2x11spd

Manivelle

Race Face Turbine Cinch 170-175mm 38/28T 2x11spd

Manettes

Shimano XT Rapid Fire 2x11spd

Cassette

Shimano XT 11-40T 11spd

Chaîne

Shimano XT 11spd

Freins

Magura MT-6 Hydraulic Disc 180mm

TypeMagura Disque hydraulique

Leviers de frein

Magura MT-6 Carbotecture

roues
Jantes

Stan\'s ZTR Crest Incl Tubeless Kit

Rayons

WTB 1.8-1.6 Butted

Moyeu avant

SUNringlé SRC / 6-Bolt / 32H / 15mm Axle

Moyeu arrière

SUNringlé SRC / 6-Bolt / 32H / 12 x 142mm Axle

Pneus

Maxxis Ikon Maxx Speed Folding Tubeless Ready 29\" x 2.2\"

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