Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2003 Rocky Mountain Element · 2002 Rocky Mountain Element
| Specification | 2003 Rocky Mountain Element | 2002 Rocky Mountain Element |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2003 | 2002 |
| Brand | Rocky Mountain | Rocky Mountain |
| Model | Element | Element |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 39367 | 91487 |
| Original MSRP | $2,010.00 | $1,975.00 |
| Colors | Black | Blue/Chrome, Red/Chrome |
| Sizes | 15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5" | 15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5" |
| Weight | — | 28.6 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton Ultralite | Easton Ultralite |
| Fork | Rock Shox Duke XC, 80mm travel | Marzocchi MXR, 4.0" travel |
| Fork material | Aluminum/magnesium, single crown | Aluminum |
| Rear shock | Fox Float R, 3.6" travel | Fox Float R, 3.6" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm | Shimano Deore LX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT GS | Shimano Deore XT GS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore FC-M510S, 22/32/44 teeth | Race Face Prodigy ISIS, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-ES30, 113mm spindle | Race Face Taperlock ISIS, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth | 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32" | SRAM PC-59, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M515 SPD | Shimano PD-M515 SPD |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M525 hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano Deore M525 hydraulic levers | Avid Single Digit 7 brakes, Avid Speed Dial 7 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic |
| Handlebar | Race Face Prodigy | RMB Carbon |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | N/A |
| Stem | Race Face Prodigy | Race Face Prodigy |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Custom | Selle Italia Custom |
| Seatpost | MTN Lite, 26.8mm diameter | MTN Lite, 26.8mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore disc | Shimano Deore disc |
| Rims | Mavic X223 Disc, 32-hole | Mavic X139, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge | DT stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Air Light | 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Air Light |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2003 Rocky Mountain Element | 2002 Rocky Mountain Element |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070 mm | 1070 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.