BEST 7 SANTA CRUZ BICYCLES
Santa Cruz Mountain Bicycles stands at the forefront of innovation and performance, crafting bikes that deliver an unparalleled riding experience on any terrain. Built with precision engineering, advanced carbon technology, and rider-focused design, every Santa Cruz bike embodies strength, agility, and style. Whether you’re tackling rugged trails or exploring new lines, our commitment to quality ensures your ride is as powerful and reliable as your passion for adventure.
The Santa Cruz V10 DH X01
Santa Cruz V10 DH X01 The V10 DH X01 is built for riders who live for downhill speed and precision. With 208mm of VPP rear travel and a FOX 40 Factory fork, it stays composed on the steepest, roughest trails while giving you total confidence to push hard. The mixed-wheel setup — 29” up front for rollover speed and 27.5” in the rear for agile handling — balances stability with playfulness. SRAM Maven Silver brakes and X01 DH drivetrain keep stopping and shifting reliable, while Reserve alloy rims and Industry Nine hubs deliver a durable, responsive ride. Backed by Santa Cruz’s lifetime frame warranty, the V10 DH X01 is ready for endless laps, big hits, and podium-level performance.
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Santa Cruz V10 8 CC DH S – Pure Confidence, Built for Speed
Santa Cruz V10 CC DH S
The V10 CC DH S is built for riders who demand total confidence on every descent. With 208mm of VPP™ travel and a full-carbon frame, it soaks up big hits and stays composed over technical terrain, letting you focus fully on your line. The RockShox BoXXer Base fork and Vivid Select+ Coil shock deliver smooth, controlled performance on high-speed hits and chundered trails. SRAM’s 7-speed GX DH drivetrain shifts flawlessly under load, while the Descendant crankset and chain guide keep power transfer secure. Reserve alloy wheels wrapped in Maxxis DH tires, paired with SRAM Maven Bronze brakes, round out a package engineered for speed, precision, and relentless downhill performance.
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Hightower C GX Transmission Mountain Bike We ride the Santa Cruz Hightower GX AXS when we demand trail dominance and refined responsiveness. Its full-carbon chassis delivers 150 mm of VPP™-driven rear travel paired with a 160 mm Fox 36 Float Performance Elite fork, creating a suspension platform that climbs efficiently and descends with gravity‑fueled confidence. SRAM’s GX Eagle AXS wireless drivetrain brings clean, crisp shifting with a 1×12 setup that’s as efficient climbing as it is dialed for fast, technical descents.
Rolled on 29″ wheels, this bike connects with the trail—constructed for long days and epic ascents. Whether you’re ripping local singletrack or tackling alpine trunks, the Hightower GX AXS blends plushness and power.
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Santa Cruz Nomad C Eagle 90
The Nomad C MX 90 is built for riders who live for big descents and rugged terrain. Its FOX 38 fork and Float X shock soak up everything from blown-out enduro lines to steep technical drops, keeping you smooth and in control. The mixed-wheel setup adds stability up front and agility out back, while SRAM’s T-Type 12-speed drivetrain and Maven brakes deliver flawless shifting and stopping power. Reserve alloy wheels and a Double Down rear tire make it tough enough for the gnarliest trails. From long park laps to backcountry epics, the Nomad C Eagle 90 is your go-anywhere, ride-everything machine — ready to send, lap after lap.
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Santa Cruz Bronson C MX 90
The Bronson C MX 90 hits that perfect balance between playful trail fun and serious enduro performance. With a FOX 36 Float fork and Float X shock delivering 160/150mm of travel, it stays smooth and composed through rough terrain while keeping plenty of pop for jumps and flow lines. The MX wheel setup adds front-end confidence and rear-end agility, making it just as happy climbing as it is descending. SRAM’s T-Type Eagle drivetrain shifts flawlessly under pressure, and DT Swiss 370 hubs with Reserve alloy rims bring a responsive, durable ride feel. Add in Maxxis EXO+ tires and a OneUp dropper, and you’ve got a bike that’s ready to charge hard and play all day.
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Santa Cruz Megatower C Eagle 90
The Megatower C 29 90 is built for riders who crave big descents and high-speed adventure. With 170mm of VPP™ travel, a FOX 38 fork, and Float X Performance shock, it stays smooth and controlled on steep, rough terrain while keeping the rear planted through every hit. The 29-inch wheels provide stability at speed, while the MX-inspired geometry adds agility in tight, technical sections. SRAM’s T-Type drivetrain shifts crisp under load, and Reserve alloy wheels paired with SRAM Maven Base brakes bring durable, reliable performance. With Double Down rear tires and a fully race-ready carbon frame, the Megatower C Eagle 90 is your go-anywhere, send-it-all machine for epic days on the trail.
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Santa Cruz Highball C Eagle 90
The Highball C Eagle 90 is built for riders who want speed, precision, and effortless climbing on a hardtail XC machine. Its Carbon C frame is lightweight yet stiff, delivering razor-sharp handling and responsive power transfer on punchy terrain. SRAM’s T-Type drivetrain shifts smoothly across a wide 10–52t range, while the RockShox SID SL Select+ fork with remote lockout keeps pedaling efficient and absorbs chatter on rough descents. DT Swiss 370 hubs laced to RaceFace AR rims provide a reliable, responsive ride, and a 27.2mm carbon seatpost adds comfort for long efforts. With three bottle mounts and race-ready geometry, the Highball C Eagle 90 is ready for fast trail laps, epic weekend rides, or XC podiums.
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At Santa Cruz, we believe that every ride should inspire confidence and excitement. That’s why we continue to push the limits of design and performance, creating mountain bikes that redefine what’s possible on two wheels. Wherever your journey takes you, a Santa Cruz bike is built to ride harder, last longer, and make every trail unforgettable.