Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay alloy and Altitude Powerplay e-bikes
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Dre Hestler captures one advantage of a Rocky Mountain e-bike in the life of a very fit but very busy father with limited, precious time to spend on the trails.
Rocky Mountain announced a few interesting things in their e-bike offerings. First, there is a new model called the Instinct with less travel at 140mm front and rear. This complements the Altitude with 160mm.
Next the platform is now available in 29er and aluminum versions. 29er allows better rolling and traction of the big wheel. There is a huge variety of tire choices as well, all the way to 2.6. Aluminum gets the cost down all the way to $5299 without much compromise. The weight is higher by a couple pounds but that is negated on climbs by the pedal assist.
And finally, the bikes are now going to be available in the US. The Altitude Powerplay was a desireable bike indeed for some but it was not attainable in the US, especially with dealer support. Now, the gates are open.
The Instinct Powerplay integrates our powerful Dyname
3.0 drive system on a 29” wheeled platform for fast rolling rides and long distances. Featuring the new iWoc TRIO remote, our RIDE-9
Pricing & Availability
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 70: $7,999 CAD / $6,399 USD
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50: $6,599 CAD / $5,299 USD
The Altitude Powerplay came out strong with an aggressive, capable, and powerful e-MTB. It’s now available in an alloy frame so more people can experience the ride to go further and faster than ever before.The Dyname
Pricing & Availability
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70: $7,999 CAD / $6,399 USD
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50: $6,899 CAD / $5,499 USD
DynameDesigned in Canada, in collaboration with Propulsion Powercycle, the Dyname
Developing their own drive system allows Rocky Mountain to build a unique solution for their bikes. Other systems on the market today force frame designs to be compromised rather than seamlessly integrated. The battery is stored within the downtube of our frames and the drive system itself is nicely tucked above the bottom bracket at the base of the seat tube.
The drive system allows for an instant, natural power response that makes for an intuitive ride thanks to an in-line torque sensor. With this sensor, the power rolls on and rolls off smoothly resulting in greater bike control from the rider. This means no more spinning out on climbs, you have the ability to soft pedal technical sections or tight switchbacks, and an overall increased level of confidence as you approach and exit corners.
• High efficiency, three-phase brushless motor provides class-leading torque
• 48v battery voltage for fast-charging and heat management in high-torque scenarios
• To prevent creaking and wear, pedaling forces are isolated from the drive system via a bottom bracket shell that is integral to the frame itself
• Increased stiffness thanks to structural motor casing
• Compact, low-profile motor design with reinforced motor casing and integrated motor-brace bashguard
• Display-free with a low-profile remote for a pure ride experience
• Bar-mounted remote displays assist level, battery level, and diagnostics; controls three assist levels and “walk” mode
• Optional ebikemotion mobile app (iOS & Android) connects via Bluetooth and provides a wide range of system customization, reach estimates, ride tracking, and more
• Available with a massive 632Wh lithium-ion battery (70 level) or 500Wh lithium-ion battery (50 level)
• Minimal drag when exceeding the motor speed or when drive system is disengaged thanks to crankset clutch and elimination of traditional e-bike gearbox
• Based on a third-generation electric drive system that’s been in development since 2010
• Strong regional dealer service support
• Wear items (BB, drive sprocket) are shop-serviceable with common shop tools
• Works with a standard Race Face bottom bracket and crankset
• Charge fast, then charge hard: ultra-fast charge times of 1 hour 40 minutes (to 80%) with the 500Wh battery, or 2 hours (to 80%) with the 632Wh batteryInstinct Powerplay Alloy 70
MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
- Dyname
- All-new iWoc TRIO remote
- Maxxis Rekon EXO 29×2.6 tires (27.5+ compatible)
- Fox 34 Float Performance E-Bike 140mm
- Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance Elite rear shock
- Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29×2.6 / Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29×2.6
- SRAM 12-speed drivetrain
- Race Face AR 30 rims
- Instinct Powerplay alloy 70, size Medium: 52.2lbs (23.6kg)
IMPROVEMENTS OVER PREVIOUS MODEL
- New model for 2019
Instinct Powerplay Alloy 50
MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
- Dyname
- All-new iWoc TRIO remote
- Maxxis Rekon EXO 29×2.6 tires (27.5+ compatible)
- Rockshox Reba RL 140mm
- Rockshox Deluxe Debonair RT
- Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29×2.6 / Maxxis Rekon EXO Tubeless Ready 29×2.6
- SRAM 12-speed drivetrain
- Sun Düroc SD37
- Instinct Powerplay alloy 50, size Medium: 52.2lbs (23.6kg)
IMPROVEMENTS OVER PREVIOUS MODEL
- New model for 2019
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 70
MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
- Dyname
- All-new iWoc TRIO remote
- Fox 36 E-MTB Float EVOL Grip Performance 160mm
- Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance
- Maxxis Minion DHF WT Maxx Terra 3C Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5 / Maxxis Aggressor WT EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5
- SRAM 12-speed drivetrain
- Race Face AR 35 rims
- Altitude Powerplay alloy 70, size Medium: 53.4lbs (24.2kg)
IMPROVEMENTS OVER PREVIOUS MODEL
- New model for 2019
- FORM
Altitude Powerplay Alloy 50
MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
- Dyname
- All-new iWoc TRIO remote
- Rockshox Yari RC 160mm
- Rockshox Deluxe RT
- Maxxis Minion DHF WT Maxx Terra 3C Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5 / Maxxis Aggressor WT EXO Tubeless Ready 27.5 x 2.5
- SRAM 12-speed drivetrain
- Sun Düroc SD42 rims
- Altitude Powerplay alloy 50, size Medium: 53.4lbs (24.2kg)
IMPROVEMENTS OVER PREVIOUS MODEL
- New model for 2019
- FORM
To learn more head over to www.bikes.com/en/bikes/instinct-powerplay/2019.
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