{"id":16787,"date":"2017-04-27T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-04-27T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2017\/04\/27\/rocky-mountain-introduce-the-new-altitude-r6473\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T06:52:03","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T06:52:03","slug":"rocky-mountain-introduce-the-new-altitude-r6473","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/rocky-mountain-introduce-the-new-altitude-r6473\/","title":{"rendered":"Rocky Mountain introduce the new Altitude"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Taking trail to new heights. Often imitated but never surpassed, the all-new Altitude pushes the envelope of what a modern trail bike is capable of.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-86855600-1493276635.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946947\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946947\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-86855600-1493276635.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-86855600-1493276635.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>For 2018 we&#8217;ve designed an all-new frame to increase stiffness, improve pedaling efficiency and small-bump sensitivity, and include a host of next-generation features. Now available in both carbon and alloy models, the Altitude allows for a wide range of RIDE-9\u2122 adjustments to tackle any terrain\u2014from technical BC loam, to clapped out EWS tracks, flowy New Zealand jumps, and Moab slickrock singletrack.<\/p>\n<div class=\"pullquote\">\nThe Altitude has always been my go-to, do-everything bike, from technical climbs here on the North Shore to burly descents in the Italian Alps. This new one improves everything I love about the bike\u2014it\u2019s smoother, stiffer, lower, slacker, quieter, and nails all the little details. Just like this old freerider, the Altitude gets better with age!<br \/>\n<cite>Wade Simmons<\/cite>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/214787268\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/vimeo.com\/214787268<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\"><strong>Key details:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Improved suspension performance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve increased overall progression and support at sag, while making small-bump performance even more sensitive. Higher anti-squat values dramatically improve pedaling efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Next generation features<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Comprehensive evolutionary updates across the platform include features like tooled axles, single-sided bearing pivots, integrated \u201cspirit guide\u201d chainguide, boost spacing, and metric shock compatibility.<\/p>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-24955100-1493276650.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946952\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946952\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-24955100-1493276650.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-24955100-1493276650.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-15539500-1493276652.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946953\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946953\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-15539500-1493276652.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-15539500-1493276652.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Updated Ride-9\u2122<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our Ride-9\u2122 system provides a wide range of geometry and suspension adjustability; it has been moved into the link for lighter, narrower packaging.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Progressive geometry<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To add control and descending capability, we\u2019ve increased reach, slackened the headtube angle, and lowered the bottom bracket. We\u2019ve retained short chainstays to keep the bike agile, and used a moderately steep seattube for efficient climbing performance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-10592100-1493276648.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946951\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946951\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-10592100-1493276648.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-10592100-1493276648.jpg\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 90<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-87141700-1493276644.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946950\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946950\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-87141700-1493276644.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-87141700-1493276644.jpg\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 70<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Technical Details:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Increased anti-squat for better pedaling efficiency\n<\/li>\n<li>27.5\u201d Wide Trail and 26+ compatible\n<\/li>\n<li>Bearings at all pivots, including at lower shock mount (compatible with aftermarket shocks as well)\n<\/li>\n<li>Blind pivots maximize heel clearance\n<\/li>\n<li>Lighter, tooled rear axle\n<\/li>\n<li>Improved cable management: large headtube ports, full shift housing, large downtube access port, and internal shift and brake housing within the front triangle\n<\/li>\n<li>Future-proofed to be compatible with Di2, Fox Live, and a dropper post simultaneously\n<\/li>\n<li>Seat-tube lengths have been adjusted to accommodate longer dropper posts at maximum insertion.\n<\/li>\n<li>Chainstay and downtube protectors. *Due to production delays, the initial shipment of 2018 Altitudes will not include downtube protectors. They will be shipped to shops free of charge as soon as they\u2019re ready.\n<\/li>\n<li>Integrated \u201cSpirit Guide\u201d chainguide, with 2-bolt ISCG05\n<\/li>\n<li>1x only\n<\/li>\n<li>Lower standover height\n<\/li>\n<li>Significantly stiffer thanks to one-piece seatstay, new envelope, and updated layup (25% more lateral stiffness)\n<\/li>\n<li>Modern parts compatibility (boost spacing, metric shock lengths, post-mount 180mm brakes, etc.)\n<\/li>\n<li>All sizes fit a water bottle in front triangle, even with a reservoir shock\n<\/li>\n<li>Sizes: XS-XL\n<\/li>\n<li>Weight:\n<ul>\n<li>Frame &amp; shock: 5.45lb (2470g), size Medium\n<\/li>\n<li>Protectors, chainguide, &amp; axle: 0.57lb (260g)\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Carbon 90 &amp; Carbon 70 complete: 28.4lb (12.88kg), size Medium<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n[*]Select models and sizes available from May 15th. Regional availability may vary.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-67482300-1493276641.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946949\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946949\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-67482300-1493276641.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-67482300-1493276641.jpg\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 50<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-83552600-1493276638.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946948\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946948\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-83552600-1493276638.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-83552600-1493276638.jpg\"><\/a><span class=\"italic text-sm text-slate-500 block mt-1 mb-4\">Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy C30<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Geometry<\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-80915000-1493276296.jpg\" data-fileid=\"946937\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"946937\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-80915000-1493276296.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-80915000-1493276296.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Naming:<\/h2>\n<p>In the interest of describing our lineup more clearly, we\u2019ve updated our naming conventions. What used to be called Altitude 790 MSL is now Altitude Carbon 90, and what used to be called Altitude 750 is now Altitude Alloy 50. The Altitude still uses high-quality Smoothwall carbon and FORM alloy frames, and higher spec-numbers still indicate higher end specs.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Pricing &amp; Availability<\/h2>\n<p>Select models and sizes available from May 15th. Regional availability may vary.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Altitude Carbon 90: $6999 USD, $8699 CAD\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Carbon Frameset: $2749 USD, $3499 CAD\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Carbon 70: $5299 USD, $6499 CAD\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Carbon 50: $4099 USD, $4999 CAD\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Alloy 70: $3999 USD, $4999 CAD\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Alloy 50: $3199 USD, $3999 CAD\n<\/li>\n<li>Altitude Alloy 30: $2899 USD, $3699 CAD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For all markets outside of North America, please contact the regional Rocky Mountain Distributor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Taking trail to new heights. Often imitated but never surpassed, the all-new Altitude pushes the envelope of what a modern trail bike is capable of. For 2018 we&#8217;ve designed an all-new frame to increase stiffness, improve pedaling efficiency and small-bump sensitivity, and include a host of next-generation features. 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