Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1998 Rocky Mountain Element Race · 1997 Rocky Mountain Element Race
| Specification | 1998 Rocky Mountain Element Race | 1997 Rocky Mountain Element Race |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1998 | 1997 |
| Brand | Rocky Mountain | Rocky Mountain |
| Model | Element Race | Element Race |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 76235 | 65871 |
| Original MSRP | $1,679.00 | $1,759.00 |
| Colors | White front/blue swingarm | Black/yellow |
| Sizes | 16", 17.5", 18.5", 20" | 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5" |
| Weight | 27.6 lb | 27.6 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton Custom HBO aluminum | Easton Elan 3 |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z-3 | Rock Shox Indy XC |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | Fox Vanilla R, 3.5" travel | Fox Vanilla, 1.5" travel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Mountain Mix | Shimano Deore LX |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL | Grip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth | Sugino Impel 350, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52 | Shimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | — | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Taya TB-600, 1/2 x 3/32" | Sachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M636 SPD | Ritchey Logic (clipless) |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-2.0 L levers | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-2.0 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic Expert | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic |
| Handlebar | RMB 2014 aluminum DH | RMB aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | RMB forged DH | RMB aluminum |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Nitrox PD | Selle Italia |
| Seatpost | Ritchey Expert | RMB aluminum, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Shimano Deore LX | Shimano Deore LX |
| Rims | Sun Rims CR18 | Sun Rims DW 6000, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | — | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" WTB VelociRaptor 44/50 kevlar | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| 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 | 1998 Rocky Mountain Element Race | 1997 Rocky Mountain Element Race |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 71° | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | — | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1065 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.