With its unconventional proprietary drive system, Rocky Mountain played a pioneering role in the new generation of trail bikes last year. And in year two, the Canadians can still hold their own at the top. At least in terms of agility, trail bike feeling and riding fun. No other bike corners as easily as the Rocky Mountain Altitude PowerplayWhen it comes to bunny hopping, only the Pivot Shuttle can keep up. The suspension is also brilliant, and you can expect top equipment for the price anyway. The drivetrain doesn't cause any problems, it's powerful and easy to modulate. What's more, with its built-in 632 Wh battery, the Rocky rides higher than all the others. Nevertheless, extra-long tours are not the métier of this bike. If the battery is empty, it has to be plugged in - there's no way to change the battery. Uphill, the front climbs earlier than some other bikes due to the very short stays, which takes some getting used to. Although the motor is very quiet, it runs a little harshly and the windy plastic switch for the support levels is annoying.
Test summary of the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay:
Unbeatable in terms of agility and riding fun on trails, but not a good choice for the big E-MTB tour.
Various models of the Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay is available in the Fahrrad XXL online shop with up to 15 % discount.
Reach height 1452 hm
Time / 500 hm 19.6 min.
Rocky Mountain Powerplay C90 27.5 "
Price 10,000 euros
Drive
Engine Rocky Mountain Powerplay / Centre
Maximum torque K. A.
Battery¹ / weight² Rocky Mountain Powerplay internal, 632 Wh
Circuit Sram EX1 (8-speed)
Translation (v. / h.) 34; 11-48
Display / Size No display
Equipment
Fork / damper Fox 36 Float EVOL FIT 4 Factory / Float DPS Evol Factory
Spring travel¹ (f. / h.) 160 / 150 mm
Telescopic support Fox Transfer Perf. 155 mm
Brake / Disc Ø (f. / h.) Sram Guide RE / 200/200 mm
Impellers RM Boost hubs; RM 30 AM carbon rims
Wheel size 27,5"
Tyres Maxxis Minion DHF 3C Exo, 27.5 x 2.5 inch
Measured values²
Sizes / frame material S / M / L / XL / Carbon
Weight 21.4 kg
Centre of gravity height 506 mm
Handlebar width 780 mm
Crank length / Q-factor 170 mm / 186 mm
Reach / Stack 434 mm / 607 mm
¹ Manufacturer's specification
² Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test laboratory, weight without pedals.
EMTB judgements: super (from 350 points), very good (from 315 points), good (from 280 points), satisfactory (from 245 points), with weaknesses (from 210 points), below insufficient.
The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. The EMTB judgement is independent of price.
