Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2011 Rocky Mountain Element 50 MSL

Velopedia Archive ID 23669

Overview

Model year	2011
Brand	Rocky Mountain
Model	Element 50 MSL
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	23669
Colors	Black/gray
Sizes	15, 16.5, 18, 19, 20.5"

Frameset

Frame construction	Carbon
Frame material	RMB FORM C13 Hi Mod Carbon
Fork	Fox 32 F120 RL, 120mm travel
Rear shock	Fox Float RL, 120mm travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano SLX RapidFire
Front derailleur	Shimano SLX
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT
Crankset	Shimano SLX, 42/32/24t teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano SMBB71 Press fit
Cassette	Shimano HG81
Rear cogs	10-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG74

Brakes

Brakes	Formula RX Hydraulic Disc brakes, Formula RX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	FSA Orbit No. 42
Handlebar	Face Race Evolve 3/4
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Race Face Evolve
Saddle	Fi'zi:k Gobi XM
Seatpost	Race Face Evolve, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	DT Swiss X1800
Rims	DT Swiss X1800
Spokes	DT Swiss Competition
Front tire	26 x 2.2'' Continental X King
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.