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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2011 Rocky Mountain Slayer 70 and 2006 Rocky Mountain Slayer 70.
- Data limitation
Only 2011 Rocky Mountain Slayer 70 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.65:1Highest2.91:1Total range450%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 26×2.25.
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
2011 Rocky Mountain Slayer 70
2006 Rocky Mountain Slayer 70
Overview
Model Year
2011
2006
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Slayer 70
Slayer 70
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
Black
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Sizes
15, 16.5, 18, 19, 20.5"
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Weight
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Frameset
Frame Construction
Aluminum
TIG-welded
Frame Material
FORM 7005 aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Fox 36 Talas R, 160mm travel
Fox 36 Talas R, 120mm-160mm travel
Fork Material
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Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox RP23 XV, 165mm travel
Fox Float RP3
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain mix
Shifters
SRAM X.9
SRAM 9.0 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano Deore LX
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.9
SRAM 9.0
Crankset
Race Face SixC Carbon, 32/22t teeth
Race Face Deus X-Type
Bottom Bracket
Race Face SixC X Type
Race Face Deus X-Type
Cassette
SRAM PG-980
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Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
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Chain
SRAM PC-971
SRAM PC-971, 1/2 X 3/32"
Pedals
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Crank Brothers Candy
Brakes
Brakes
Formula the ONE hydraulic w/180mm rotor brakes, Formula The ONE MixMaster levers
AVID Juicy 5 brakes, Avid Juicy 5 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cane Creek Frustum
1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit
Handlebar
Easton Haven Carbon
Atlas Riser 31.8mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Easton Haven 6degree
Deus XC 31.8mm
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Gobi XM
SDG Grand Prix
Seatpost
Easton EA70, 30.9mm diameter
Race FaceDeus XC
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: RMB AM Carbon Sealed, Rear: RMB AM Sealed
Front: Shimano Deore XT, Rear: 20mm Carbon
Rims
DT Swiss EX500
Mavic XM317
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
DT Swiss Competition stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 2.4' Maxxis Ardent
26 x 2.35" Maxxis Minion
Rear Tire
26 x 2.25'' Maxxis Ardent
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Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.