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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
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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
2025 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 30
2023 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 30
Overview
Model Year
2025
2023
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element Carbon 30
Element Carbon 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Archived price
$4,699.00
$4,499.00
Colors
Grey/Black/White
Green/Blue
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
29.9 LBS|13.5 KGS
Frameset
Frame Construction
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | SMOOTHLINK SL™ Suspension | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 120mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 120mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
Marzocchi Z2 Float EVOL Rail 130mm | 44mm Offset
Marzocchi Z2 Float EVOL Rail 130mm | 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano XT
Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano SLX
Crankset
Shimano Deore | 32T | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS - SM = 165mm | MD - XL = 170mm
Shimano Deore | 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Shimano SM-BBMT500
Cassette
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Shimano Deore 10-51T 12spd
Chain
Shimano M6100
Shimano M6100
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT4120 4 Piston | Resin Pads
Shimano MT4100 2 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT30 180mm | R:Shimano RT30 180mm
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 6.5mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 8.0mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race
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
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 760mm 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 = 50mm
Rocky Mountain 31.8 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50m
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race 142 | Steel Rails
WTB Volt 142
Seatpost
X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG = 170mm | XL = 200mm
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano TC500 | 15mm Boost; Rear: Shimano TC500 Boost 148mm
Front: Shimano MT410 | 15mm Boost; Rear: Shimano MT410 Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB KOM Team i27 TCS 2.0 | 28H | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant 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/MD/LG/XL: 29″
XS: 27.5″; SM/LG/MD/XL: 29″
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
455 mm
455 mm
Stack
618 mm
618 mm
Effective top tube
591 mm
603 mm
Head-tube angle
65.5°
65.5°
Seat-tube angle
77°
76.5°
Seat tube
420 mm
420 mm
Head tube
110 mm
115 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1207 mm
1202 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
40 mm
40 mm
Standover height
813 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.