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2009 Rocky Mountain Element 50

Velopedia Archive ID 18906

Overview

Model year2009
BrandRocky Mountain
ModelElement 50
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID18906
ColorsBlack/White
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19", 20.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialRMB FORM 7005 Aluminum w/carbon seatstays
ForkFox 32 F100RL, 100mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockFox Float RPL, 100mm travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano SLX
ShiftersShimano SLX RapidFire
Front derailleurShimano SLX
Rear derailleurShimano XT Shadow
CranksetRace Face Evolve XC X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketRace Face Evolve XC X-Type
CassetteShimano SLX
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano HG53-9
PedalsCrank Brothers Smarty

Brakes

BrakesFormula ORO K24 brakes, Formula Oro K24 hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" FSA Orbit MX
HandlebarRace Face Evolve XC low-rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRace Face Evolve XC
SaddleWTB Silverado Race SL
SeatpostRace Face Evolve XC, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic CrossRide Disc
RimsMavic CrossRide Disc
SpokesMavic CrossRide, bladed
Front tire26" Hutchinson Toro
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.