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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Frame geometry
2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 has 21 mm more reach than 2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 in the selected sizes.
More reach puts the head-tube reference farther forward, not necessarily the hands.
- Frame geometry
2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 has 32 mm more stack than 2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 in the selected sizes.
More stack places the frame reference higher, not necessarily the handlebar.
- Handling
2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 has a 1.8° slacker head-tube angle than 2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 in the selected sizes.
Fork offset, tire size and wheelbase also affect steering; head angle alone is not a handling verdict.
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
2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30
2023 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30
Overview
Model Year
2024
2023
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Instinct Carbon 30
Instinct Carbon 30
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$4,699.00
$4,699.00
Colors
Grey/Beige
Brown/Blue
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
XS, S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Penalty Box 2.0 Storage | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry | 2 Position Axle | 140mm Travel | SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs | RIDE-9™ Adjustable Geometry | 2 Position Axle | 140mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
Marzocchi Z2 Float EVOL Rail 150mm | 44mm Offset
Marzocchi Z2 Float EVOL Rail 150mm | 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 20x8mm F Hardware | XS - SM = 190x45mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | XS - SM = 190x45mm | MD - LG - XL = 210x52.5mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shimano Deore 12spd
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 12spd
Shimano Deore 12spd
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 MT4120 4 Piston | Resin Pads | F:Shimano RT30 180mm | R:Shimano RT30 180mm
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit NO.85 Reach Adjust | 0mm Cups Installed | +/- 5mm Cups Included | Sealed Stainless 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 | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 31.8 Clamp
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40mm
Rocky Mountain 31.8 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142 | Cromoly rails
WTB Volt Race 142
Seatpost
X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm | XS = 125mm | SM = 150mm | MD = 170mm | LG - 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: Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: Novatec D462 Sealed Boost 148mm
Rims
WTB KOM Team i30 TCS 2.0 | 28H | Tubeless Set Up | Sealant Incl
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 32H | Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Spokes
2.0 Stainless
2.0 Stainless
Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Wheel Size
27.5"; 29"
29"; 27.5"
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
510 mm
489 mm
Stack
659 mm
627 mm
Effective top tube
645 mm
636 mm
Head-tube angle
64°
65.8°
Seat-tube angle
77°
76.8°
Seat tube
470 mm
445 mm
Head tube
135 mm
110 mm
Chainstay / rear center
440 - 450
437 - 448
Wheelbase
1293 mm
1240 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
36 mm
34 mm
Standover height
796 mm
802 mm
Wheel size
29
29
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.