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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Rocky Mountain Element 70 and 2006 Rocky Mountain Element 70.
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
2008 Rocky Mountain Element 70
2006 Rocky Mountain Element 70
Overview
Model Year
2008
2006
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 70
Element 70
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
Gun Metal/White
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Sizes
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
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Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
FORM 7005 aluminum/Carbon seatstays
Aluminum
Fork
Fox 32 F100RLC, 100mm travel
FOX FX Terralogic, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23
Fox Float RP3
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XT
Mountain mix
Shifters
Shimano XT
Shimano Deore XT STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano Deore XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR Shadow
Shimano XTR
Crankset
Race Face Deus X-Type
Race Face Deus X-Type
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Deus X-Type
Race Face Deus X-Type
Cassette
Shimano XT
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Rear Cogs
9-speed
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Chain
Shimano HG-73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Crank Brothers Egg Beater
Crank Brothers Egg Beater CX
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT Disc brakes, Shimano XT hydraulic levers
Shimano Deore XT brakes, Shimano Deore XT STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit Carbon
Handlebar
Easton EC70 OS Carbon
Easton EA70
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton EA70 OS
Easton EA70
Saddle
WTB Shadow V
Selle Italia X2
Seatpost
Easton EC70
Easton EA70
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano XT
Shimano Deore XT
Rims
Shimano XT
Mavic XC717 Disk
Spokes
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DT Swiss Competition stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Hutchinson
26 x 2.10" IRC Serac XC
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.