
If you’re looking for a mountain bike that perfectly strikes the balance between climbing efficiency and technical prowess, the Rocky Mountain Element C50 2022 is an incredible choice to consider. Built with a lightweight SMOOTHWALLª Carbon frame, this bike is designed to help you conquer both steep ascents and rough descents with ease, giving you that exciting feeling of overtaking others on your climbs. The bike features 120mm of suspension travel and an adjustable geometry with RIDE-4ª technology, allowing you to customize the ride to your liking. Whether you prefer a more aggressive setup for hair-raising descents or a relaxed stance for comfort on long rides, this bike adapts to your riding style.
The Element C50 is equipped with a Fox 34 Float Performance fork that offers 130mm of travel and a 44mm offset, ensuring smooth navigation over rocky terrain and providing impressive control. The benefits of a well-tuned suspension system mean that you’ll get better traction on uneven surfaces, making for a much smoother ride. Coupled with the brand's inherent stability when hurtling down fast descents, you’ll find yourself confidently tackling tight singletracks.
This bike features a Shimano Deore XT groupset, well-known for its performance and reliability, which translates to precise gear shifts and easy maintenance, allowing you to focus more on enjoying your ride. The Shimano SLX 2 Piston hydraulic brakes paired with metal pads deliver consistent stopping power no matter the conditions, so you can ride with confidence, knowing you can slow down quickly when needed.
The wheels on the Element C50 are WTB ST Light i27 TCS 2.0 Tubeless, which means they are designed for durability while still being lightweight. Tubeless-ready design ensures that you can go with lower tire pressures for better grip and fewer pinch flats, which is especially advantageous when you’re navigating technical trails. With 27.5-inch wheels, this bike offers an agile feel, helping you make quick turns while retaining enough stability to handle the rough stuff.
It truly doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned rider looking to push the limits, or an ambitious beginner eager to elevate your skills – the Rocky Mountain Element C50 2022 caters to all. It blends performance and comfort, and you’ll feel at home on both demanding climbs or while barreling down through the trails.
Lastly, users rave about the Element C50, praising its balance of speed and control, and how it inspires confidence on technical descents. The bike has garnered positive feedback for its exceptional climbing capabilities, making it a favorite for those who love conquering hills and trails alike. Whether you’re focused on improving your skills or simply seeking a reliable companion for your mountain adventures, this bike will undoubtedly keep you in your Element.
Brake
Shimano SLX 2 Piston | Metal Pads
Stem
Rocky Mountain 31.8 XC | 5¡ Rise | All Sizes = 50mGrips
ODI Elite Pro Lock OnHeadset
FSA Orbit NO.57E | Sealed Stainless 36¡x45¡ Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown RaceHandlebar
Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 25mm Rise | 9¡ Backsweep | 5¡ Upsweep | 31.8 ClampFrame
SMOOTHWALLª Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB. Internal Cable Routing. RIDE-4ª Adjustable Geometry + Suspension Rate. 120mm Travel. SMOOTHWALLª Carbon Rear Triangle
Chain / Belt
Shimano M7100
Cassette
Shimano SLX 10-51T
Crankset
Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 32T Steel | 24mm Spindle | Crankarm Length: XS = 165mm Crankarm | SM - XL = 170mm
Shifters
Shimano XT
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB92 24mm
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Gearing
Shimano Deore XT
Tires
F: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 2.0/1.8/2.0
Wheels
WTB ST Light i27 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | 28H / Tubeless Ready - Tape / Valves Incl
Front Hub
Rocky Mountain Sealed Boost 15mm
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | 18T Star-Ratchet
Tire
F: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready // R: Maxxis Rekon 2.4 WT EXO Tubeless Ready
Saddle
WTB Volt Race 142
Seat Post
Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop Alloy 30.9mm | XS - SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 170mm
Fork
Fox 34 Float Performance 130mm | 44mm Offset
Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 190x45mm | Size-Specific tune in FAQ
Rear suspension
120mm
Front suspension
130mm
Disclaimer
Depending on the situation, differences or deviations between specified and installed components are possible. Alternatively, installed components correspond to the quality level of the selected components. Errors and omissions are excepted.