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Rocky Mountain Element 70 has been selected Mountain Bike of The Year by an independent panel of Mountain Bike riders in Ithaca, NY. The Element was picked for its superior rideability and exceptional handling on a variety of trails.
The selection, announced by MountainBikeofTheYear.com, was made by an independent panel of Mountain Bike riders who extensively test rode bikes that were finalists for Mountain Bike of the Year. Test riding took place at Shindagin Hollow State Forest, an IMBA Epic trail, near Ithaca, NY.
Other components helping the Element in the selection process were strong Value and Reliability ratings. One key factor that was a near consensus among test riders was the Element improved a riders ability to ride; riders felt as if they were better riders while riding the Element. We believe this is because the Element represents the current pinnacle of modern Cross-Country bike design while still being within the price reach of an average income.