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Key differences
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- Identity & price
2022 Rocky Mountain Element Alloy 30 had an original MSRP $210 lower than 2024 Rocky Mountain Element Alloy 30.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
- Data limitation
Published weights cannot be compared because the measurement conditions are missing or differ.
Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.63:1Highest3.20:1Total range510%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 2.4″ + 29-inch.
Lowest0.63:1Highest3.20:1Total range510%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 2.4″ + 29-inch.
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
2022 Rocky Mountain Element Alloy 30
2024 Rocky Mountain Element Alloy 30
Overview
Model Year
2022
2024
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element Alloy 30
Element Alloy 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$3,089.00
$3,299.00
Colors
Orange/Orange
Beige/Grey, Grey/Black
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
32.6 LBS|14.81 KGS
32.6 LBS|14.8 KGS
Frameset
Frame Construction
FORM™ Alloy. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry. 120mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
FORM™ Alloy | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 120mm Travel. FORM™ Alloy Rear Triangle
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Recon Gold 130mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
RockShox Recon Gold 130mm | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm |Size-Specific tune in FAQ
RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shimano Deore 12spd
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shimano Deore 12spd
Crankset
FSA Comet MegaExo HD | 32T | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS = 165mm | SM - XL = 170mm
Shimano Deore | 32T | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS - SM = 165mm | MD - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB92 24mm
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Chain
Shimano M6100
Shimano M6100
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4100 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F: Shimano RT30 180mm | R: Shimano RT30 180mm
Shimano MT4100 2 Piston | Resin Pads
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race
FSA Orbit NO.57E ZS44|56 | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Rocky Mountain AM | XS = 760mm | SM - XL = 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50m
Rocky Mountain 31.8 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50mm
Saddle
WTB Volt 142
WTB Volt 142
Seatpost
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost; Rear: Shimano MT410 Boost 148mm
Front: Shimano TC500 | 15x110m | 28H; Rear: Shimano TC500 Boost 148mm | 28H
Rims
WTB ST Light i27 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 28H | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl
WTB ST Light i27 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 28H / Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
2.0 Stainless
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready |
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Wheel Size
XS: 27.5″; SM/LG/MD/XL: 29″
XS: 27.5″; SM/MD/LG/XL: 29″
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
455 mm
455 mm
Stack
618 mm
618 mm
Effective top tube
603 mm
603 mm
Head-tube angle
65.5°
65.5°
Seat-tube angle
76.5°
76.5°
Seat tube
420 mm
420 mm
Head tube
115 mm
115 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1202 mm
1202 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
40 mm
40 mm
Standover height
810 mm
810 mm
Wheel size
29
29
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.