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Santa Cruz Hightower LT C S Complete Mountain Bike 2018

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Santa Cruz Hightower LT C S Complete Mountain Bike 2018

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Santa Cruz Bicycles - Hightower LT C S Complete Mountain Bike 2018
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Born out of a demand from their pro riders for a slightly more aggressive 29er, the Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower LT C S Complete Mountain Bike differs from its forefather with 15mm of additional rear travel, 10mm of additional fork cushioning and a burlier spec'd build kit. These seemingly small changes allow more progressive riders to carry more speed and confidently grease drops without giving up much in the way of pedal-ability. Bred for racing, the Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower LT C S Complete Mountain Bike boasts a C-level carbon frameset, SRAM GX Eagle™ 1x12 drivetrain, and comes equipped with modern conveniences like the Rockshox Reverb Stealth remote dropper seatpost. See what the new age 29er craze is all about and saddle up the speed-thirsty Hightower LT.

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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.

150mm 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

Internal Carbon TubesEnsure precise and hassle-free routing of derailleur and seat post cables.

Double Sealed Pivots for Long Bearing Life

Bottle Cage MountWithin the front triangle, fits piggyback shocks.

ISCG-05 Tabs for Chainguide Compatibility

Integrated Headset

148mm Rear Axle Spacing

15mm Thru-Axle Fork

2.5" Maximum Tire Size

Threaded Bottom Bracket

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 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!

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.

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
  • Used For: Enduro
  • Gearing: 1 x 12
  • Handlebar Shape: Riser
  • Brake Type: Hydraulic Disc
  • Frame Material: Carbon Fiber
  • Fork: Fox 36 Performance More 
  • Stanchion Diameter (mm): 36
  • Fork Travel (mm): 150
  • Fork Travel (in): 5.9
  • Rear Shock: Fox Float Performance DPS
  • Rear Travel (mm): 150
  • Rear Travel (in): 5.9
  • Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle
  • Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle 30T
  • Cassette: SRAM XG1275 Eagle 10-50T
  • Chain: SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
  • Bottom Bracket: Threaded
  • Pedals: Not Included
  • ISCG Tabs: ISCG 05
  • Brake Levers: SRAM Guide R
  • Rotors: Avid Centerline 180mm
  • Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
  • Handlebar: Race Face Aeffect R 35 20mm Rise x 780mm
  • Bar Tape/Grips: Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
  • Stem: Race Face Aeffect R (50mm)
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Race
  • Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6
  • Hubs: Novatec D641 15x110 (Front) / Novatec D642 12x148 XD (Rear)
  • Rims: e*thirteen TRS 29 32h 30mm
  • Spokes: DT Competition (32)
  • Tires: Maxxis Minion DHR 3C EXO TR | 29 x 2.4
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Frame & Bearings Only) / 5 Years (Handlebars Only)
Size S M L XL
Reach (mm) 398 423 443 468
Stack (mm) 609 614 618 628
Effective Top Tube (mm) 577 605 527 653
Seat Tube (mm) 390 420 450 490
Head Tube Angle (°) 66.4 66.4 66.4 66.4
Seat Tube Angle (°) 73.7 73.7 73.7 73.7
Chainstay Length (mm) 438 438 438 438
Bottom Bracket Height (mm) 338 338 338 338
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) 32 32 32 32
Head Tube Length (mm) 90 95 100 110
Wheelbase (mm) 1146 1173 1195 1223
Standover Height (mm) 710 710 713 720

Other Notes

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

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