Santa Cruz Hightower 3 CC X0 AXS Complete Mountain Bike 2024
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Model Info
Product Info
The Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower 3 CC X0 AXS Complete Mountain Bike finds the middle ground between revolutionary and reliable for a no-nonsense ride you can take to the hills. The upgraded suspension is consistently supportive and the tweaked geometry is up for any trail, whether you're shuttling downhill laps or pushing through the climbs. Glovebox™ downtube storage takes the load off your back and size-specific chainstay lengths and frame stiffness are perfected for every riders of every size. This build features all new SRAM Code Silver Stealth brakes and the incredible SRAM Eagle AXS Transmission, a revolutionary new design which ditches your trusty derailleur hanger to mount directly to the frame. Engineered for maximum durability, the new derailleur shifts better under load and features a modular, servicable design for easier repairs. Boom!
Product Details
Key Features
Carbon C Frame – A minimal weight gain of approximately 250 - 280 grams (0.6 lbs) for the C frame over the CC due to the different grade of carbon used. Whether you're riding a carbon CC or C frame, you get exactly the same legendary strength and stiffness because Santa Cruz uses exactly the same manufacturing facility and techniques.
Travel – 150mm Front / 145mm Rear
Wheel Size – 29"
Lower-Link Mounted VPP® Suspension – VPP is based on the patented principle of having two short links rotating in opposite directions. This system provides huge design flexibility, allowing Santa Cruz to manipulate shock rates to the intended purpose and character of each model; from short travel endurance bikes to World Championship winning DH machines. This redesign mounts the shock lower on the bike, making for an even better ride quality.
Internal Brake & Dropper Cable Routing
Integrated Flip Chip for High / Low Geometry Setting
Specs
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Biking Type:
Mountain
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Biking Type
Mountain Mountain bikes are built for tackling rough terrain with frames made of durable materials like aluminum or carbon fiber, ensuring stability and maneuverability. They feature suspension to absorb impacts from rocks, roots, and drops, providing a smoother ride. -
Used For:
Trail
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Used For
Trail Trail bikes are the quintessential “mountain bikes.” If you’re heading into the woods expecting to do it all on two wheels – climbing, technical sections, AND fun descents – you’re looking for a trail bike. -
Suspension:
Full Suspension
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Suspension
Full Suspension Engineered to tackle the most challenging terrain with enhanced comfort and control. Unlike hardtail bikes, full suspension bikes feature both front and rear suspension systems that allow the wheels to move independently from the frame. - Gearing: 1 x 12
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Frame Material:
Carbon
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Frame Material
Carbon Carbon is a composite frame material. Unlike metals, carbon is composed of fibrous strands woven into a grid and bonded with epoxy. Carbon is favored by many for its lightness and stiffness but its complexity in fabrication makes it the most expensive option. - Water Bottle Mounts: 1
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Fork:
RockShox Lyrik Ultimate
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Fork
RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Fine-tune your ride and queue up the playlist. Like the words to your favorite song, Lyrik is ready to rock wherever you ride, from familiar home trails to alpine explorations. Built on a deep foundation of adventure, Lyrik is the most versatile fork in RockShox lineup. With the perfect range of travel fro an all-mountain workhorse, Lyrik priotiized weight while maintaining that all-critical stiffness and prowess on the descents. Time to press play. - Stanchion Diameter (mm): 36
- Fork Travel (mm): 150
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Rear Shock:
Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate
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Rear Shock
Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate In it to win it? Super Deluxe Ultimate is the smart bet for the podium. Packed to the hilt with fine-tuning adjustments that meaningfully improve suspension performance, it’s the most advanced shock RocShox have ever made. Pioneering one of the most impactful innovations in damper history, the new RC2T damper allows for 100% independent High Speed and Low Speed Compression adjustments, rounding out an arsenal of elite technology.
Shock Adjustments - Separate and Independent Open and Threshold Pistons / Low Speed Compression Adjustment / Rebound Adjustment / Air Spring Pressure
- Rear Travel (mm): 145
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Shifters:
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
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Shifters
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge The AXS Pod transforms the crucial act of rider inputs into a vastly more personal experience for all of your AXS controls. -
Rear Derailleur:
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12-Speed
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Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12-Speed Engineered as integrated and interdependent transmission components, the X0 Eagle T-Type derailleur mounts around the wheel axle itself, contacting the cassette directly with a first-of-its-kind Hangerless Interface. Beyond that, its Full Mount attachment method creates a far stronger connection that grips both sides of the frame. The new Transmission derailleurs feature the same intuitive pairing and set-up procedure as our Eagle AXS derailleurs. Featuring an overload clutch that boosts resiliency and a tucked-in profile that houses protection covers on the B-knuckle and outer link that are fully replaceable, or upgradeable to the XX skid plate. -
Crankset:
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 32t
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Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 32t X0 Eagle AXS Transmission Power Meter Crankset provides riders with accurate, live power data delivery housed in our most advanced aluminum crankset. The power meter technology is integrated through what we call “DUB-PWR” – a unique design that elegantly houses Quarq’s reliable and accurate power measurement inside the DUB crank spindle itself. Measuring left-side power to calculate total watts, it’s subtle, lightweight, compatible with any chainring setup, and boasts unbeatable battery life. It is also compatible with the Flight Attendant system, allowing for total connectivity between all AXS enabled components. No-compromise, no-fuss data delivery with robustness in mind.
FEATURES- Innovative DUB-PWR design allows for lightweight, subtle Quarq power integration.
- Compatible with Flight Attendant
- Unique, groundbreaking design integrated with the lightest aluminum crankset on the market.
- +/- 3% accuracy
- Long battery life (400+hours)
- User replaceable AAA lithium battery
- Waterproof (IPX7 waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes)
- 30-34T rings
- Can be run with chainring bash guards
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Cassette:
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type XS-1295, 10-52t
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Cassette
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type XS-1295, 10-52t The X0 Eagle Transmission (T-Type) Cassette is a major reason why Eagle Transmission offers the best-ever inboard and outboard shifting performance under load. Engineered as integrated and interdependent transmission components, the X0 Eagle Transmission Cassette and derailleur contact directly, ensuring perfect alignment on every bike. Beyond its unique and stunning Dark Polar finish and electroless nickel plating for incredible resistance to corrosion and wear, its full X-Sync design literally means the harder you pedal, the better it shifts. Its strength is further proven by its full approval for E-MTB use. It’s been built for a 55mm chainline for even more durability and precision thanks to milder chain angles throughout the full range, low to high. From its massive 520% gear range, the 52 tooth cog steps down with improved gear progression with 44 and 38 tooth cogs in the low end (compared to the Eagle drivetrain 10-52-tooth cassette). What else? It has a clearly marked Setup Cog, making install both simple and fool-proof.
FEATURES- Full X-SYNC for best-ever inboard and outboard shifting performance under load
- Optimized gear steps on low end
- 55mm chainline compatibility for more moderate chain angle, longer wear and greater precision
- Setup Cog for fool-proof set up
- Features X-DOME with a lighter aluminum 12th gear
- Fully E-MTB approved
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Chain:
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type Flattop, 12-Speed
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Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type Flattop, 12-Speed With Eagle Transmission being the first of its kind, fully integrated and interdependent system, the X0 Eagle Transmission (T-Type) Flattop Chain is so much more than just a chain. Its unique flat top design makes it the strongest change chain we have ever made. With equal importance, it upgrades the look of any super machine. These details matter. It features a Dark Polar finish specific to X0, has been plated with electroless nickel, and comes with a PVD coating for unbelievable resistance to corrosion and wear. Fully approved for E-MTB use with solid pins.
FEATURES- Strongest SRAM chain ever
- Specifically engineered for Eagle Transmission
- Flattop profile, unbelievable shifting performance, game-changing aesthetics
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
- Pedals: Not Included
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Brake Levers:
SRAM Code Silver Stealth
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Brake Levers
SRAM Code Silver Stealth SRAM's legendary, full-powered brake now features a new technology to improve your cockpit aesthetic: Stealth. The all-new lever body design brings the hose closer to the bar, allowing for a sleeker, more modern ride. The proven internals remain the same, with SwingLink driving SRAM's signature feel. And for unrivaled ease of customization, Code Silver features tool-free Reach and Contact Point Adjust. Confidence is king, and Code reigns supreme on the slew of more-capable-than-ever-before trail bikes, as well as heavy-duty giants like enduro, gravity, and E-MTB. - Brake Calipers: SRAM Code Silver Stealth
- Rotors: SRAM HS2 180mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3 42mm
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Ti
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Seatpost:
OneUp V2 Dropper
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Seatpost
OneUp V2 Dropper The OneUp V2 Dropper has the most drop, shortest stack height and shortest total length of any other post on the market. No other dropper can get your saddle lower. Smooth, reliable and a great value. There’s more than one reason testers, reviewers, racers and riders consistently rate our Dropper Post “#1”, “5-Stars” and “10/10.” -
Wheelset:
Race Face ARC Offset 30
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Wheelset
Race Face ARC Offset 30 Bomber 6069 aluminum rims on Industry Nine's storied hubs: these wheels are meant to take a beating. They're made to handle the toughest trails around without a weight penalty, balanced and incredibly durable. - Hubs: Industry Nine 1/1
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Front Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
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Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.- 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
- EXO: A cut and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls.
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Rear Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO
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Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.- 3C MaxxTerra: A triple compound ideal for trail riding in all conditions - offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than 3C MaxxGrip.
- EXO: A cut and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls.
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Frame)
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
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| Rider Height | 5'1" - 5'5" | 5'5" - 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'1" | 6'1" - 6'4" | 6'4" - 6'7" |
| Reach (mm) | 427 | 452 | 472 | 492 | 517 |
| Stack (mm) | 613 | 627 | 636 | 654 | 668 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 571 | 599 | 626 | 647 | 674 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 76.7 | 76.7 | 76.4 | 76.6 | 76.7 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 432 | 435 | 438 | 441 | 444 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 339 | 339 | 339 | 339 | 339 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 100 | 115 | 125 | 145 | 160 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1183 | 1218 | 1245 | 1276 | 1311 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 701 | 703 | 706 | 709 | 714 |
| Complete Weight (lbs) | 30.9 | ||||
| Complete Weight (kg) | 14.02 | ||||
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |