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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.
- Frame
- RMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
- Groupset
- Shimano Deore Mix
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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 10 and 2010 Rocky Mountain Element 10.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2012 Rocky Mountain Element 10
2010 Rocky Mountain Element 10
Overview
Model Year
2012
2010
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 10
Element 10
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
White/Blue
Black
Sizes
15, 16.5, 18, 19, 20.5
15", 16.5", 18", 19"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
FORM 7005 Aluminum
RMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
Fork
Rock Shox XC32 TK Coil
Marzocchi 33 LO, 100mm travel
Fork Material
—
Single
Rear Shock
RockShox Ario R
Fox Float R, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Shimano Deore Mix
Shifters
SRAM X5 9spd
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano Deore, clamp on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X5
Shimano XT
Crankset
SRAM X5 44/32/22t
Shimano FC-M442, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Pfgxp
Shimano BB-ES25 Octalink
Cassette
Shimano HG30 9spd 11-32t
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
—
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-53
Shimano HG-53
Pedals
—
Shimano PD-M505
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M446 180/160
Shimano M486 w/160mm Rotor brakes, Shimano M486 hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cane Creek 10 Series
FSA TH-848
Handlebar
Easton Lo Rise
RMB Five 15 640mm x 15mm
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton
RMB flip/flop 31.8mm
Saddle
SDG Bel Air RL
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
Easton
RMB SP-353, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M66 center lock disc Shimano RM66 Disc CL
Shimano M475 disc
Rims
—
WTB SpeedDisc XC
Spokes
—
DT Swiss Champion
Front Tire
Kenda Small Block 8 26x2.1
26" WTB Exi Wolf
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.