Rocky Mountain Slayer

The Rocky Mountain Slayer is a good mountain bike for bikers who prefer a cross-country riding style, as opposed to a high-impact downhill or freeride style.

For trail riders, then, who aren’t out to win a competitive downhill ride, the Slayer is a solid bike. Its riders are most likely to compliment its climbing ability – but, the trade-off in having a good uphill bike means that it is not the best downhill bike. Most owners also like its suspension, which is made by Fox.

Riders are most likely to complain about its thin tires that come stock and other cost-cutting choices on standard parts. The chain stay that comes standard on the Slayer has been reported to give out too early on, and hardly anyone is fond of the Slayer’s seat. One user reported taking the seat off and offering it to his dog as a chew-toy!

The bottom line on the Rocky Mountain Slayer is that it is an overall good bike that is perfect for cross-country riders who appreciate a good uphill climb. At only 28 lbs., it’s a very light bike that nonetheless has the toughness of a bike much heavier. It’s a versatile bike that does well in a variety of conditions, but is still not the best choice for a rider who intends to primarily focus on downhill riding. The parts that come standard are not great, but can always be upgraded. For the money paid, the Rocky Mountain Slayer is a good value.

Buyers should note that there are several different variations of the Slayer, including the Slayer SXC 30, SXC 50, SXC 70, and SXC 90. Generally speaking, all the variations of the Slayer are good, solid bikes that are durable and reliable. The SXC 30 does not have the carbon fiber seat stay that the higher-end models sport, but other than that, they are largely the same.

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