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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2011 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL and 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2011 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL42/32/24T · 11–34T · 10-speed
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.82:1Total range541%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.0 mphHighest gear27.0 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.2; rear size isn’t listed.

2012 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL42/32/24T · 11–34T
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.82:1Total range541%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

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
2011 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL
2012 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL
Overview
Model Year
2011
2012
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 70 MSL
Element 70 MSL
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain
Colors
Red/white
Gray
Sizes
15, 16.5, 18, 19, 20.5"
15, 16.5, 18, 19, 20.5
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Carbon
—
Frame Material
RMB FORM C13 Hi Mod Carbon
FORM C13 Hi Mod Carbon
Fork
Fox 32 F120 RL FIT, 120mm travel
Fox 32 Float 120 RL FIT 15mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23, 120mm travel
Fox Float RP23 XV
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
—
Shifters
Shimano XT Rapid Fire
Shimano XT
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Shimano XT, 42/32/24t teeth
Shimano XT 24/32/42t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SMBB91 Press fit
Shimano SMBB91
Cassette
Shimano XT
Shimano XT 11-34
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
—
Chain
Shimano HG94
Shimano HG94
Brakes
Brakes
Formula R1 disc brakes, Formula R1 reach adjust levers
Shimano XT Disc
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit No. 42
Cane Creek IS41
Handlebar
Face Race Deus 3/4
Easton EA70
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Race Face Deus
Easton EA90
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Gobi XM
Fizik Gobi XM Manganese rails
Seatpost
Race Face Deus, 30.9mm diameter
Easton EA70
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
DT Swiss X1600
—
Rims
DT Swiss X1600
DT Swiss X 1600
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
—
Front Tire
26 x 2.2'' Continental X King
Maxxis Ikon Folding 26x2.2
Wheel Size
26" wheels
—

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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