Rocky Mountain

Altitude 970 Bike - 2012

What exactly is the point of a bicycle that goes down, without first going up? If you find yourself pondering this great existential quandary while waiting in line for your tram, then the Rocky Mountain Altitude 970 might be for you. With its comfortable and zero-BS upright geometry and patented SmoothLink suspension system, the Altitude 970 is every bit as efficient a climber as it is a demon on the descent. Drop this AM missile in your quiver and discover how sweet it is to earn that trip down with the ride up.

• Straight-Up geometry offers a 76-degree seat angle, so you're positioned more upright for maximum pedal efficacy

• The SmoothLink suspension transfers power more effectively because the rear pivot is directly above the rear axle, eliminating pedal bob and keeping the back-end stiff

• Lightweight DT Swiss M 520 hoops are nimble on the climb, and bomb-proof everywhere else