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2012

Rocky Mountain Element 970

Rocky Mountain Element 2012

Cross Country

Colour / White/Red

Size / 15.5, 17, 18.5, 20, 21.5

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At a glance

The 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970 is an Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including 15.5, 17, 18.5, 20, 21.5, has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Rocky Mountain's Element range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    FORM™ 7005 Series Custom Hydroformed Alloy. ABC™ Pivots
  • Fork
    RockShox SID RL 29 15mm, 100
  • Shock
    RockShox Monarch RT3 Custom Valved
Wheels
  • Hubs
    DT Swiss 370 15mm Axle / DT Swiss 350 Star Ratchet Freehub 12 x 142mm E Thru
  • Wheels
    DT Swiss X 470 29" Tubeless Ready
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Competition
  • Tires
    Maxxis Folding F: Ikon 29" x 2.2" / R: Aspen 29" x 2.1"
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    445, , 8/24T 2x10spd, Sram PC-1071 10spd
  • Crank
    Sram S2210 Carbon 170-175mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    -39.5, Sram Press Fit GXP
  • Front Derailleur
    Sram X7 E Mount 2x10spd
  • Rear Derailleur
    Sram X0 10spd
  • Shifters
    Sram X9 Matchmaker Triggers 2x10spd
Components
  • Brakeset
    Formula R1X Hydraulic Disc 180mm, Formula R1X
  • Handlebar
    Easton EA70 Wide Flat Ø31.8mm x 685mm x 9° Sweep
  • Saddle
    fi'zi:k Gobi XM
  • Seatpost
    Easton EA70 30.9mm X 350mm, 30.9, , 30.9,
  • Stem
    Easton EA90 6° 70-110mm
  • Headset
    Cane Creek Forty Series: ZS44mm Top / ZS56mm Bottom Tapered

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970?

The 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970 may be purchased directly from Rocky Mountain.

Q: What size wheels does the 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970 have?

The 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970 has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970 should I get?

The 2012 Rocky Mountain Element 970 comes in sizes 15.5, 17, 18.5, 20, 21.5. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Rocky Mountain Element 970 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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