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2009 Rocky Mountain Element 70

Velopedia Archive ID 18819

Overview

Model year2009
BrandRocky Mountain
ModelElement 70
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID18819
ColorsWhite/Blue
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 materialMagnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear shockFox Float RPL, 100mm travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XT
ShiftersShimano XT Rapid Fire
Front derailleurShimano XT
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetRace Face Deus X-Type, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketRace Face Deus X-Type
CassetteShimano XT
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano HG73
PedalsCrank Brothers Egg Beater

Brakes

BrakesShimano XT Disc brakes, Shimano XT hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" FSA Orbit MX
HandlebarEaston EC70 Monkey Lite XC low rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemEaston EA70 OS
SaddleFi'zi:k Nisene
SeatpostEaston EC70, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano XT, 15mm thru axle, Rear: Shimano XT disc
RimsMavic XC717 Disc
SpokesDT Swiss Competition
Front tire26" Hutchinson Python
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.