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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.
- Frame
- RMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
- Groupset
- Mountain 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 30 and 2010 Rocky Mountain Element 30.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.67:1Highest3.82:1Total range573%
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.
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Specification
2012 Rocky Mountain Element 30
2010 Rocky Mountain Element 30
Overview
Model Year
2012
2010
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 30
Element 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
Red
Black/White
Sizes
15, 16.5, 18, 19
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
FORM 7005 Aluminum
RMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
Fork
Rock Shox Recon Gold TK
RockShox Tora SL Air, 100mm travel
Fork Material
—
Single
Rear Shock
RockShox Ario RL
Fox Float RP2, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore 10spd
Shimano Deore Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano SLX, clamp on 31.8mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Shimano M552 42/32/24t
Race Face Ride XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
SMBB71
Race Face Ride XC X-Type
Cassette
Shimano HG62 10spd 11-36t
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
—
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-54
Shimano HG53-9
Pedals
—
Shimano PD-M520
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M505 160/180
Shimano M575 w/180mm rotor front/Shimano M575 w/160mm rotor rear brakes, Shimano M575 Hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cane Creek 10 Series
FSA TH-848
Handlebar
Easton Lo Rise
Easton EA30 Lo-Riser, 635mm
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton
Easton EA30
Saddle
SDG Bel Air RL
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
Easton
Easton EA30, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Shimano M525 disc
Rims
Shimano MT15
WTB SpeedDisc XC
Spokes
—
DT Swiss Champion
Front Tire
Maxxis Ikon 26x2.2
26" Continental Mountain King
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.