Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2011 Rocky Mountain Element 70 MSL

Velopedia Archive ID 23668

Overview

Model year	2011
Brand	Rocky Mountain
Model	Element 70 MSL
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	23668
Colors	Red/white
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 FIT, 120mm travel
Rear shock	Fox Float RP23, 120mm travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano XT Rapid Fire
Front derailleur	Shimano XT
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT
Crankset	Shimano XT, 42/32/24t teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano SMBB91 Press fit
Cassette	Shimano XT
Rear cogs	10-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG94

Brakes

Brakes	Formula R1 disc brakes, Formula R1 reach adjust levers

Cockpit & contact points

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

Wheels & tires

Hubs	DT Swiss X1600
Rims	DT Swiss X1600
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 November 14, 2026.