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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Rocky Mountain Element 70 and 2009 Rocky Mountain Element 70.
- Data limitation
Only 2009 Rocky Mountain Element 70 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
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.
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Specification
2007 Rocky Mountain Element 70
2009 Rocky Mountain Element 70
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain
Model
Element 70
Element 70
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$3,199.00
Not documented
Colors
—
White/Blue
Sizes
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluminum
RMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
Fork
Fox 32 F100RLC, 100mm travel
Fox 32 F100RL, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium/steel, single crown
Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23, 100mm travel
Fox Float RPL, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Shifters
Shimano XT Rapid Fire
Shimano XT Rapid Fire
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Crankset
Race Face Deis X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Race Face Deus X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Race Face Deus X-Type
Race Face Deus X-Type
Cassette
—
Shimano XT
Rear Cogs
9-speed
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano HG73-9, 1/2 x 3/32"
Shimano HG73
Pedals
—
Crank Brothers Egg Beater
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT brakes, Shimano XT levers
Shimano XT Disc brakes, Shimano XT hydraulic levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit
1 1/8" FSA Orbit MX
Handlebar
Easton EA70
Easton EC70 Monkey Lite XC low rise
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Easton EA70
Easton EA70 OS
Saddle
Selle Italia C2
Fi'zi:k Nisene
Seatpost
Easton EC70
Easton EC70, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano XT
Front: Shimano XT, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Shimano XT disc
Rims
Mavic XC717 Disc
Mavic XC717 Disc
Spokes
DT Competition stainless steel
DT Swiss Competition
Front Tire
26 x 2.25" IRC Mibro Marathon
26" Hutchinson Python
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.