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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2006 Rocky Mountain Element 30 and 2008 Rocky Mountain Element 30.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2006 Rocky Mountain Element 30
2008 Rocky Mountain Element 30
Overview
Model Year
2006
2008
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 30
Element 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
—
Café Latte
Sizes
—
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluminum
FORM 7005 aluminum/Carbon seatstays
Fork
Marzocchi Grand Fondo Race 1, 105mm travel
Marzocchi MX Pro LO, 105mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP3
Fox Float RP23
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore STI
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore LX
Shimano LX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Race Face Ride XC ISIS
Race Face Ride XC X-Type
Bottom Bracket
FSA Isis
Race Face Ride XC X-Type
Cassette
—
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
—
9-speed
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano HG53-9, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Shimano PD-M520
Shimano PD-M520
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore brakes, Shimano Deore STI levers
Shimano Deore brakes, Shimano Deore levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless FSA
Fsa
Handlebar
Easton EA30
Easton EA30 OS
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA30
Easton EA30 OS
Saddle
Velo w/RMB logo
WTB Rocket V
Seatpost
Easton EA30
Easton EA30
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rims
Alex TD 17
WTB Speed Disc
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel
DT Champion stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" IRC Serac XC
26 x 2.10" WTB Exi Wolf
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.