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Santa Cruz Hightower C S Complete Mountain Bike 2018

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Santa Cruz Hightower C S Complete Mountain Bike 2018

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Santa Cruz Bicycles - Hightower C S Complete Mountain Bike 2018
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Born for big days in big terrain, we proudly introduce the Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower C S Complete Mountain Bike. This particular build is equipped with 29" wheels for straight line speed and rallying through rock gardens, but it's worth noting that the Hightower's geometry was also designed to accommodate 27.5+ wheels. When it comes to the build kit, this bad boy comes fully decked with a lightweight carbon frameset and cutting edge 1x12 SRAM GX Eagle™ drivetrain -- not to mention plush Fox components to eat up bumps. If you're the type of rider who loves logging miles of meandering singletrack, but doesn't want to hold back when things get spicy, look no further than the Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower C S Complete Mountain Bike.

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Frame/Shock

Carbon C FrameA 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.

135mm VPP® SuspensionVPP 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.

Fox Float Performance DPSFor a lightweight, inline shock, the DPS packs a lot of performance. The Dual Piston Base Valve has dedicated compression and rebound pistons, providing a firm lockout without compromising bump compliance, ride control, or efficiency. Performance Series FLOAT DPS shocks have fewer adjustments than Factory Series (no Open mode adjust tuning range), and have black anodized air sleeve and body instead of Genuine Kashima Coat. A Performance graphics package ties in the black-on-black look.

Shock Adjustments3-Position Lever (Open, Medium, Firm) | Rebound Adjust | Air Spring Pressure

1 Main Triangle Water Bottle Mount

3.0" Maximum Tire Size

Fork

Fox 36 Performance ForkPerformance forks retain the same black anodized 7000 series aluminum upper tubes as Performance Elite, but have a different damper (FIT GRIP) with fewer adjustments.

Fork AdjustmentsFIT GRIP 3-Position Lever Adjust (Open, Medium, Firm) | Rebound Adjust | Air Spring Pressure

Drive Train

SRAM GX Eagle™SRAM Eagle™ drivetrains are the only 1x drivetrains that are fully system engineered for optimal performance. Eagle™ drivetrains are designed, tested and proven to deliver the lightest, highest-performing, most durable systems for all riders on any trail. Eagle™ technology provides an expanded, optimum, gear range that allows you to realize your bike's potential beyond where it has ever been. Every SRAM GX Eagle™ component is 100% compatible with all levels of SRAM Eagle™ drivetrain systems.

Brakes

SRAM Guide R BrakesetWhat's it going to take to ride that line? It's steep. It's rocky. You've passed it a hundred times. But not this time. With the all-new SRAM Guide R, you have the power. Proven 4-piston calipers give you smooth, one-finger control. Features like Reach Adjust let you dial it in just right. And Guide perfectly complements other SRAM components and gives you flawless performance on every ride. Now featuring the World Championship-winning S4 caliper with Bleeding Edge™ and Heat Shield technologies.

Avid Centerline RotorsThe new Centerline Rotor was designed to keep the center of friction consistent throughout rotation thereby minimizing vibration offering consistent performance and a quiet ride.

Wheelset

Maxxis Minion DHF Front TireThe Minion DHF was designed for the often loose and muddy conditions of aggressive all-mountain terrain. The DHF incorporates ramped knobs for low rolling resistance and channel-cut knobs to increase gripping edges, giving straight-line control and precise cornering.

Maxxis Minion DHR II Rear TireWith 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. Pair it with a Minion DHF up front for the ultimate aggressive trail riding tire combo!

Additional Features

RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper SeatpostDon’t let its familiar good looks fool you—Reverb is a whole new weapon. Its internals have been completely re-engineered to improve on its already legendary performance and to offer enhanced reliability: all the smallest details, down to the single seal, have been re-evaluated and updated to pass the hardest and longest durability tests. Additional bushing overlap also improves performance over time. This is the brand-new Reverb, engineered for the next-generation mountain biker.

Shipping Information

Oversize ItemShips within the continental U.S. for $69. HI and AK shipping available. Please call for details.

Specs

  • Biking Type: Mountain More 
  • Used For: Trail More 
  • Gearing: 1 x 12
  • Frame Material: Carbon More 
  • Fork: Fox 36 Performance More 
  • Stanchion Diameter (mm): 36
  • Fork Travel (mm): 140
  • Rear Shock: Fox Float DPS Performance More 
  • Rear Travel (mm): 135
  • Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle More 
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed More 
  • Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, 30t More 
  • Cassette: SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t More 
  • Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed More 
  • Bottom Bracket: SRAM GXP Team BB
  • Pedals: Not Included
  • Brake Levers: SRAM Guide R More 
  • Brake Calipers: SRAM Guide R
  • Rotors: Avid Centerline (180mm)
  • Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated
  • Handlebar: Race Face Aeffect R 35 20mm Rise x 780mm
  • Bar Tape/Grips: Santa Cruz Palmdale
  • Stem: Race Face Æffect R (50mm)
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Race
  • Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper 31.6mm More 
  • Hubs: Novatec D641 15x110 (Front) / Novatec D642 12x148 XD (Rear)
  • Rims: Race Face AR 40 (32h)
  • Spokes: DT Competition (32)
  • Front Tire: Maxxis Minion DHF 2.3" | 3C, EXO, TR More 
  • Rear Tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.3" | EXO, TR More 
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Frame+Bearings Only) More 
Size S M L XL
Reach (mm) 405 430 450 475
Stack (mm) 604 609 613 623
Effective Top Tube (mm) 574 601 622 650
Seat Tube (mm) 390 420 450 490
Head Tube Angle (°) 67 67 67 67
Seat Tube Angle (°) 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3
Chainstay Length (mm) 435 435 435 435
Bottom Bracket Height (mm) 337 337 337 337
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) 33 33 33 33
Head Tube Length (mm) 90 95 100 110
Wheelbase (mm) 1138 1165 1187 1215
Standover Height (mm) 710 710 713 720
Complete Weight (lbs) 29.12
Complete Weight (kg) 13.21

Other Notes

Santa Cruz Bicycles products can only be shipped within the United States

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