Rocky Mountain has also included size-specific shock tuning with their new bikes, so each frame size comes with a specific tune that should match the intended rider’s weight. The XS 2022 Element offers 33mm more clearance than the XS 2021 Thunderbolt. This helps smaller riders with initial acceleration, and provides a low standover height. ![]() While most Elements ride on 29” wheels, the XS frame sticks with 27.5”. RMB has ensured their new front ends are strong and stiff for precise steering, and they’ve increased the Element’s stiffness at the chainstay/seatstay pivot to keep those lean rear stays from flexing too much. The major difference is how lean its frame is – The Element’s tubes get pretty slim in spots, but feature the same strategic shaping as the other bikes to provide stiffness and strength where required. The Element’s frame has seen a similar overhaul to Rocky Mountain’s other mountain bikes, like the Altitude and Instinct I recently tested. With the new Instincts covering the Trail category (and the new bikes offering wheel size splits) RMB has dropped their 27.5” Thunderbolt line. With their latest generation of bikes RMB has been combining their model lines, and the new Element now serves as their XC model. All models offer 120mm rear travel and run 130mm forks. Most of the Elements roll on 29” wheels, except XS frames which get 27.5”. The 2022 Element is available in Smoothwall carbon or FORM alloy. A huge thanks to RMB’s legendary racer and media man Andreas Hestler for setting us up with this bike! 2022 Rocky Mountain Element frame details: I have only had limited time with the bike, but I pulled off a few rides and I’m happy to include initial impressions of the Element in this article. The new Element also offers plenty of on-frame storage for water or accessories, so you can keep your kit light and cool as you chase XC podiums or chip away at your Strava records.Įven with supply shortages, Bikerumor was very lucky to receive a 2022 Element prior to their launch date (it helps that I’m based in Canada). ![]() Ask some MTB riders where they feel like they’re ‘in their element’ and most will probably say “When I’m out in the woods on my bike!” Built with pedalling as a top priority, Rocky Mountain Bikes’ 2022 Element has been updated with a shapely new frame featuring revised geometry and suspension.
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