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Rocky MountainElement
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Algupära
The Element dates back to Rocky Mountain's XC racing roots in 2002. For 2025, the brand made its most significant suspension change in years: swapping from bearing-pivoted kinematics to the Smoothlink SL Flex Pivot, where the chainstay itself flexes at the rear pivot. The result is ~350 g saved from the frame, less to maintain, and a more direct power transfer. Carbon-only and spec'd with Shimano's Di2 wireless shifting on the two top builds, the 2025 Element is Rocky Mountain's sharpest XC weapon yet.
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Tehnilised andmed
- Raam
- Carbon only (C90/C70/C50/C30 build tiers); Smoothlink SL Flex Pivot chainstay — engineered flex replaces bearings at the rear pivot; UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger); recommended fork travel 120–140mm; shock 190x45mm
- Kahvel
- 120mm travel (RockShox SID Ultimate with Flight Attendant on top builds; compatible up to 140mm); 29" axle to crown
- Jõuülekanne
- C90: Shimano XTR Di2 Wireless; C70: Shimano XT Di2 Wireless; C50: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission; C30: Shimano Deore 12-speed
- Pidurid
- Hydraulic disc (brand varies by build; flat-mount)
- Rattad
- 29" (27.5" XS); max tire 29x2.6"; tubeless-ready; UDH compatible
- Vedrustus
- Smoothlink SL Flex Pivot: the chainstay is engineered to flex at the pivot point, providing 120mm of rear travel with no lower-pivot bearing — reduces weight by ~350 g versus previous bearings-based design
- Geomeetria
- Aggressive XC geometry maintained from 2024 generation; head angle ~67°; chainstay flex pivot further stiffens the lateral feel while maintaining vertical compliance
- Kaal
- 11.88 kg (C70 build, size L) — Rocky Mountain calls this a return to 'classic' light XC weight
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Verdikt
+Tugevused
- Smoothlink SL Flex Pivot saves ~350 g versus previous design with fewer maintenance points
- Top builds with Flight Attendant electronic suspension are a genuine race advantage
- Capable beyond pure XC — 140mm fork compatibility and 2.6" tire clearance
−Nõrkused
- Carbon-only lineup means no budget entry point
- 120mm travel limits aggressive trail use despite the generous geo
- Flight Attendant system adds complexity and another battery to manage
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Sildid
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