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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 2011 Rocky Mountain Element 30.
- Gearing
2012 Rocky Mountain Element 30 has a 11% lower climbing ratio than 2011 Rocky Mountain Element 30.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
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.
Lowest0.75:1Highest4.00:1Total range533%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
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
2011 Rocky Mountain Element 30
Overview
Model Year
2012
2011
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 30
Element 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Colors
Red
Blue/white
Sizes
15, 16.5, 18, 19
15, 16.5, 18, 19, 20.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
Aluminum
Frame Material
FORM 7005 Aluminum
7005 aluminum
Fork
Rock Shox Recon Gold TK
RockShox Recon Silver TK Solo Air, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Ario RL
Fox Float R, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano Deore 10spd
Shimano Deore Rapid Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Crankset
Shimano M552 42/32/24t
Shimano Deore, 44/32/24t teeth
Bottom Bracket
SMBB71
Shimano Deore Hollowtech II
Cassette
Shimano HG62 10spd 11-36t
Shimano Deore
Rear Cogs
—
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG-54
Shimano HG53
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M505 160/180
Shimano BR-M445 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Shimano BL-M505 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cane Creek 10 Series
FSA TH-848
Handlebar
Easton Lo Rise
Easton Lo Rise
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton
Easton 6 degrees
Saddle
SDG Bel Air RL
WTB Rocket V Comp
Seatpost
Easton
Easton, 30.9mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Shimano M475 disc
Rims
Shimano MT15
DT Swiss 445D
Spokes
—
DT Swiss Competition
Front Tire
Maxxis Ikon 26x2.2
26 x 2.1'' Maxxis Crossmark
Wheel Size
—
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.