The ultimate big mountain platform, the Slayer is meant for riding fast and sending it deep. Designed to be able to pedal to the top of any mega descent, this bike allows you to shred corners, send gaps, and ride harder than you ever imagined.
Whether you're smashing through the roughest trails imaginable or scrubbing lips in the park, the Slayer is built for those who charge. We’ve made it longer and slacker, with better small-bump sensitivity and a more progressive end-stroke. For those who like to fine-tune their ride before they shred, we kept the RIDE-4 adjustment system to allow for further geometry and ride feel customization. Rocky Mountain led the original freeride movement, and the Slayer continues the legacy.
RIDE-4 adjustment system
The RIDE-4 adjustment system allows riders to quickly fine-tune their geometry with a pair of Allen keys. Four configurations are possible thanks to one rotating chip. This allows for subtle geometry changes with minimal effect on your shock tune.
Size Specific tune
Size Specific Tune ensures that riders of all sizes get the right balance of small-bump compliance, mid-stroke support, and end-stroke progressiveness. Our design team does custom shock tunes based on real world field testing, and adjusts each tune for specific frame sizes.
FORM™ alloy
FORM™ tubesets utilize premium materials to meet our strict requirements. Each FORM™ tube that we create is engineered for its specific purpose within the frame, ensuring optimized strength, weight, and ride quality.
Smoothlink suspension
Smoothlink suspension is efficient yet supple when you’re on the pedals and across a wide range of gears. It features a controlled end-stroke and a rate-curve that feels more capable than the travel would suggest. This four-bar suspension design philosophy is centred on ride characteristics; each bike platform we develop balances variables like anti-squat, axle path, chain growth, rate curve, anti-rise, etc. to achieve the legendary Rocky Mountain ride feel.
Smoothwall carbon
Smoothwall carbon uses one of the world’s most sophisticated carbon processes to deliver industry leading stiffness-to-weight, ride quality, and durability. We eliminate excess resin and fibers by using rigid internal molds instead of traditional air bladders. We then utilize different types of carbon in specific frame areas to maximize stiffness and impact resistance while minimizing overall weight.
frame | SMOOTHWALL? Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB92. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-4? Adjustab |
sizes | 27.5 = SM - MD | 29 = MD - LG - XL |
fork | Fox 38 Float EVOL GRIP Performance Series | 27.5 = 180mm, 37mm Offset | 29 = 180mm, 44mm Offset |
front travel | 180mm |
shock | Fox DHX2 Performance | Steel Spring | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 230x65mm | Size-Specific tune in F |
rear travel | 27.5 - 180mm | 29 - 170mm |
headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E | 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race |
stem | Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m |
handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 27.5 = 38mm Rise | 29 = 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp |
grips | Ergon GD10 EVO Lock On |
brakes | Shimano SLX Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | RT66 203mm F Rotor | RT66 203mm R Rotor |
shifters | Shimano SLX |
rear derailleur | SHIMANO XT |
cranks & chainrings | Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 27.5 = 34T | 29 = 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length |
bottom bracket | Shimano SM-BBMT500 |
cassette | Shimano SLX 10-51T |
chain | Shimano M6100 |
front hub | ROCKY MOUNTAIN SEALED BOOST 15MM |
rear hub | DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | RMB Axle | 163mm x 12mm x 1.5mm |
spokes | DT Swiss Champion 2.0 |
rims | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl | 32H |
tires | F Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready // R Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready |
seatpost | Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 175mm |
saddle | WTB Volt Race | Cromoly Rails | 142mm Width |
Ride Style | Enduro |
Fork Brand | Fox |
Fork Travel | 171 - 220mm |
Frame Material | Carbon |
Groupset Brand | Shimano |
Groupset Model | SLX |
Pedals Included | No |
Shock Travel | 171 - 220mm |
FRAME | SMOOTHWALL? Carbon. Full Sealed Cartridge Bearings. Press Fit BB92. Internal Cable Routing. 2-Bolt ISCG05 Tabs. RIDE-4? Adjustab |
SIZES | 27.5 = SM - MD | 29 = MD - LG - XL |
Fork | Fox 38 Float EVOL GRIP Performance Series | 27.5 = 180mm, 37mm Offset | 29 = 180mm, 44mm Offset |
FRONT TRAVEL | 180mm |
Shock | Fox DHX2 Performance | Steel Spring | Sealed Bearing Eyelet | 25x8mm F Hardware | All Sizes = 230x65mm | Size-Specific tune in F |
REAR TRAVEL | 27.5 - 180mm | 29 - 170mm |
Headset | FSA Orbit NO.57E | 36°x45° Bearings | 30.2mm x 41mm x 7.1mm Upper | 40mm x 51.8mm x 7.5mm Lower | 1.5" Crown Race |
Stem | Rocky Mountain 35 AM | 5° Rise | All Sizes = 40m |
Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM | 780mm Width | 27.5 = 38mm Rise | 29 = 25mm Rise | 9° Backsweep | 5° Upsweep | 35mm Clamp |
GRIPS | Ergon GD10 EVO Lock On |
BRAKES | Shimano SLX Trail 4 Piston | Metal Pads | RT66 203mm F Rotor | RT66 203mm R Rotor |
Shifters | Shimano SLX |
Rear Derailleur | SHIMANO XT |
CRANKS & CHAINRINGS | Race Face Aeffect Cinch | 27.5 = 34T | 29 = 32T | 24mm Spindle | 170mm Crank Length |
Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BBMT500 |
Cassette | Shimano SLX 10-51T |
Chain | Shimano M6100 |
FRONT HUB | ROCKY MOUNTAIN SEALED BOOST 15MM |
REAR HUB | DT Swiss 370 Boost 148mm | RMB Axle | 163mm x 12mm x 1.5mm |
SPOKES | DT Swiss Champion 2.0 |
RIMS | WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 Tubeless | Tubeless Ready - Tape | Valves Incl | 32H |
Tires | F Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready // R Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 WT 3C MaxxGrip DD Tubeless Ready |
Seatpost | Race Face Aeffect R Dropper 30.9mm | Shimano MT500 Remote | SM = 125mm | MD = 150mm | LG - XL = 175mm |
Saddle | WTB Volt Race | Cromoly Rails | 142mm Width |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.