Rocky Mountain is launching the Altitude Powerplay 3, a new electric mountain bike designed for enduro riding. The platform is based on the well-known Altitude, which has been used in racing—including successful campaigns in the Enduro World Series and at Rampage—and adapts its handling characteristics to a fully motorized design. At its heart is the new Dyname S4 Pro drive system, which has been significantly redesigned compared to the previous generation. The motor delivers a maximum torque of 108 Newton-meters and a peak power output of up to 1,000 watts, or 750 watts depending on the region. The system weighs 3,200 grams and is paired with a removable, integrated 720-watt-hour lithium-ion battery.

The Altitude Powerplay 3 is clearly designed for demanding terrain. It features 170 millimeters of travel up front and 160 millimeters in the rear. The Low Centre Counter Rotating suspension is designed to combine traction, efficiency, and control. Rocky Mountain emphasizes a finely tuned balance of anti-squat, responsive engagement, and supportive suspension curve. The main pivot, positioned concentrically with the bottom bracket, lowers the center of gravity and, together with short lever arms, is intended to increase the stiffness of the rear triangle. At the same time, the system is designed to reduce pedal kickback and provide plenty of rear-wheel ground contact even under load on rough terrain.

Another new feature is the integration of controls and display. The so-called Jumbotron display is located on the top tube and shows speed, battery level, assist level, cadence, and ride data. It is controlled via a compact handlebar remote with three buttons. The motor characteristics can be adjusted, including the response of the Boost Level and the motor power across the four assistance levels. The battery mounting, charging interface, cooling system, and spider assembly with ratchet clutch have also been redesigned.

Depending on the model, the frame is made of Smoothwall Carbon or Form Aluminum. Features include a Reach Adjust headset with a neutral position or a five-millimeter offset, the Ride 4 adjustment system with four geometry positions, and the option to use an additional Overtime Pack with a 314-watt-hour capacity. The Small frame size rides on 27.5-inch wheels, while the Medium through Extra Large sizes are designed for 29-inch or mullet configurations. Available variants include the Carbon 70, Alloy 50, and Alloy 30 in the colors Highway to Hell with Red Red Wine and Still of the Night with Ziggy Stardust. With this, Rocky Mountain positions the Altitude Powerplay 3 as a powerful, highly integrated enduro e-mountain bike focused on riding fun, control, and long off-road rides.

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