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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
2024 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 50 had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2026 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 50.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
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.
Lowest0.62:1Highest3.20:1Total range520%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 2.4″ + 29-inch.
Lowest0.62:1Highest3.20:1Total range520%
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 Element Carbon 50
2026 Rocky Mountain Element Carbon 50
Overview
Model Year
2024
2026
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element Carbon 50
Element Carbon 50
Bicycle Type
Mountain
Mountain
Original MSRP
$5,299.00
$5,699.00
Colors
Carbon/Black, Beige/Grey
Grey/Black/White, Green/Beige
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
27.8 LBS|12.6 KGS
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Frameset
Frame Construction
SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon | Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings | Press Fit BB | Internal Cable Routing | RIDE-4™ Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate | 120mm Travel. SMOOTHWALL™ Carbon Rear Triangle
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
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Fork
RockShox Pike RC 130mm | RUSH Damper | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
RockShox Pike Select 130mm | Charger RC Damper | 27.5 = 37mm Offset | 29 = 42mm Offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance | 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
Sram GX Eagle
Sram Eagle 90 Transmission
Rear Derailleur
Sram GX Eagle
Sram Eagle 90 Transmission
Crankset
Sram Stylo 6K Eagle | 32T | DUB Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS = 165mm | SM - XL = 170mm
Sram Eagle 70 | 32T | DUB Spindle | Crankarm Length: SM = 165mm | MD - XL = 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Sram BB92 DUB
Sram BB92 DUB Wide
Cassette
Sram XG-1275 10-52T
Sram XS-1270 Eagle Transmission 10-52T
Chain
Sram GX Eagle
Sram Eagle 70 Transmission
Brakes
Brakes
Sram G2 R 4 Piston | Resin Pads
Sram Motive Bronze 4 Piston | Metal Pads
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
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
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
Handlebar
Rocky Mountain AM Carbon 780mm
Rocky Mountain AM | XS = 760mm | SM - XL = 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35 Clamp
Stem
Rocky Mountain 35 XC | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 50mm
Rocky Mountain 35 XC | 0° Rise | All Sizes = 50mm
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race 142
WTB Silverado Race 142 | Cromoly Rails
Seatpost
X Fusion Manic Composite 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Tranz X +RAD2.0 Adjustable Dropper Post | 30mm Adjustment | Alloy MMX Lever | 30.9mm | XS = 120mm | SM = 150mm | MD = 170mm | LG = 200mm | XL = 230mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Rocky Mountain SL Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet
Front: Novatec D791SB Sealed Boost 15mm; Rear: DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Ratchet LN
Rims
WTB ST Light i27 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 28H / Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
WTB KOM Team i27 TCS 2.0 | 28H
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Rekon WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO Tubeless Ready 2.4
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Maxxis Rekon WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO Tubeless Ready 2.4
Wheel Size
XS: 27.5″; SM/MD/LG/XL: 29″
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
591 mm
Head-tube angle
65.5°
65.5°
Seat-tube angle
76.5°
77°
Seat tube
420 mm
420 mm
Head tube
115 mm
110 mm
Chainstay / rear center
435 mm
435 mm
Wheelbase
1202 mm
1207 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
40 mm
40 mm
Standover height
810 mm
813 mm
Wheel size
29
29
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.