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2022

Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30

Rocky Mountain Instinct 2022

4579

Enduro

Colour / Blue/Green

Size / XS 27.5" (Slackest, Steepest), SM 27.5" (Slackest, Steepest), SM 29" (Slackest, Steepest), MD 29" (Slackest, Steepest), LG 29" (Slackest, Steepest), XL 29" (Slackest, Steepest)

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At a glance

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 is an Enduro Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" and 27.5" wheels, is priced at $4,579 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including XS 27.5" (Slackest, Steepest), SM 27.5" (Slackest, Steepest), SM 29" (Slackest, Steepest), MD 29" (Slackest, Steepest), LG 29" (Slackest, Steepest), XL 29" (Slackest, Steepest), has Marzocchi suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Rocky Mountain's Instinct range of mountain bikes.

- Smoothlink rear suspension design

- Geometry adjustable via RIDE-9 flip chip at rear shock mount

- Chainstay length adjustable via two-setting flip chip at rear dropout

- Internal cable routing

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Smoothwall carbon front and rear triangles; molded chainstay, seatstay, and down tube protection
  • Fork
    Marzocchi Z2, RAIL damper, FLOAT EVOL spring, 44mm offset, 150mm
  • Shock
    FOX FLOAT DPS Performance, size-specific tune, 190mm x 45mm (XS/SM) or 210mm x 52.5mm (MD/LG/XL)
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Shimano MT410, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver
  • Wheels
    WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 32 hole, tubeless ready (tape and valves included)
  • Wheel Size
    29" 27.5"
  • Spokes
    Stainless steel 2.0
  • Tires
    Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, EXO, TR, 2.5" WT
    Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, EXO, TR, 2.4" WT
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    428-439mm, 425-436mm, 438-449mm, 436-447mm, Upper slider, Shimano Deore, 32 tooth, Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
  • Crank
    Shimano Deore, 24mm spindle, 170mm length
  • Bottom Bracket
    27mm drop, 11mm drop, 45mm drop, 28mm drop, 43mm drop, 28mm drop, FSA BB92, 92mm press-fit
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
  • Shifters
    Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano MT4120, 4-piston, resin pads, Shimano MT4120
  • Handlebar
    Rocky Mountain AM, 780mm width, 25mm rise, 9° backsweep, 5° upsweep, 31.8mm clamp diameter
  • Saddle
    WTB Volt Race, 142mm width
  • Seatpost
    Rocky Mountain Toonie dropper, 30.9mm, Single bolt, 34.9mm, 30.9mm, Single bolt, 34.9mm
    Drop:
    125mm (XS/SM)
    150mm (MD)
    170m (LG/XL)
  • Stem
    Rocky Mountain AM, 40mm length, 5° rise, 31.8mm bar clamp
  • Grips
    Rocky Mountain Light, lock-on
  • Headset
    FSA Orbit No.57E, sealed bearings

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30?

A 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 is typically priced around $4,579 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30?

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 may be purchased directly from Rocky Mountain.

Q: What size wheels does the 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 have?

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 has 29" and 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 should I get?

The 2022 Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 comes in sizes XS 27.5" (Slackest, Steepest), SM 27.5" (Slackest, Steepest), SM 29" (Slackest, Steepest), MD 29" (Slackest, Steepest), LG 29" (Slackest, Steepest), XL 29" (Slackest, Steepest). After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Rocky Mountain Instinct Carbon 30 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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