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Santa Cruz Bicycles
Nomad Carbon 27.5" XX1 Enve Complete Mountain Bike

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The Nomad has proven itself as one of the premier bikes for riders who choose to pedal, and are motivated by gravity. But just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, the Santa Cruz Nomad XX1 Enve Complete Mountain Bike comes along and redefines the genre. Now in the third generation, and built with ENVE’s class-leading 27.5 inch wheels, this setup was built as a no-compromises machine for winning Enduro World Series rounds. For the rest of us, that translates into a bike that’s surprisingly easy to ascend on, even though the real fun starts when the trail turns back down.


The Nomad’s VPP suspension platform has been considerably improved as compared to the previous version, with particular focus being paid to improving mid-stroke support, as well as off-the-top small bump compliance. Much as it always has, it still maintains the snappy pedaling that’s essential for piloting a long-travel bike to the top of your favorite runs. At the heart of VPP is two aluminum counter-rotating links. The upper-link, borrowed from the V10, provides most of the rotation as the bike compresses into the sag point. This yields a vertical wheel path, which is responsible for the firm pedaling feel.


As the bike compresses deeper into the suspension, the lower-link activates, moving the axle path rearward. The rearward axle path enables the rear wheel to travel out of the way of impacts. This affords you extra margin for error when you’re experimenting with the ragged edge of control. It’s a design that’s well matched by the incredibly capable Rockshox Monarch Plus RC3 DebonAir rear shock, which has been redesigned to offer even better small-bump compliance than its predecessor. And you'll find the same collet-style pivot hardware that's become standard for Santa Cruz's suspension bikes. This means that your pivots stay tight, and are easily serviceable by home mechanics.


Santa Cruz's industry-leading carbon fiber construction is on display here as well. Both the front and rear triangles are constructed as a whole, rather than bonding them together from sub-assemblies. With this process, the fibers remain uninterrupted by seams, maximizing strength on an already notoriously bulletproof frame. Additionally, the inside of the tubes have the same perfectly smooth finish as the outside thanks to maximum the compaction of the layers. The benefit is that it's lighter, because any excess epoxy is squeezed from the frame prior to curing. And testing has proven that this provides the ideal degree of compaction, further enhancing frame strength.


As compared to previous iterations of the Nomad, it’s safe to say that this is the most aggressive version yet. The head angle has been relaxed to an ultra-stable 65 degrees. Rear wheel travel has been increased to 165mm. By doing away with the need for a front derailleur, the chainstays have been shortened to a highly responsive 17.1 inches—no small feat when considering that the wheel size has grown to 27.5 inches. In keeping with modern bike fit, the reach measurements have grown by a full inch per size to provide adequate reach with today’s shorter stems. The result is a bike that’s most at home charging full-bore into hair-raising terrain. And while it yields stability traditionally reserved for downhill bikes, the 6.2 pound frame weight, combined with steeper seat tube angles, means that it’s surprisingly pleasant to pedal back up for another lap.


As the name implies, the XX1 build features SRAM's 11-speed XX1 groupset. By using a massive 10-42 cassette, you're able to get a gearing range that's similar to a traditional double chainring drivetrain, without the need for a front derailleur. Suspension duties are handled by Rock Shox, with a Pike RCT3 up front, and a Monarch Plus RTC3 out back. This has become perhaps our favorite suspension package for aggressive use, thanks to the combination of controlled stroke, and plush feel. Stopping is provided by Shimano’s venerable XTR Trail brakeset. You'll find a Race Face SIXC carbon fiber handlebar, held in place with a Race Face Atlas stem. The staff favorite Rockshox Reverb Stealth six inch dropper post puts control of your saddle height at your fingertips. Rounding out the build kit is a set of ENVE’s borderline magical M70 rims, laced to DT Swiss 240 hubs. Naturally, they’re color matched to the frame—after all, if you’re going to ride what may very well be the world’s finest wheelset, it can’t hurt to consider every last detail. They're wrapped in Maxxis High Roller II tires, which have developed a loyal following for their fast rolling and incredible grip across a broad range of trail conditions.


The Santa Cruz Nomad XX1 Enve Complete Mountain Bike is available in four sizes, from Small, to X-Large, and in the colors Matte Black/gloss black, and Turquoise/pink.


Frame Material
carbon fiber
Suspension
VPP
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch Plus RC3 DebonAir
Rear Travel
165 mm
Fork
Rock Shox Pike RCT3 Solo Air
Front Travel
160 mm
Headset
Cane Creek 110 Mixed Tapered
Shifters
SRAM XX1 11-speed
Front Derailleur
none
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 11-speed
ISCG Tabs
yes, ISCG 05
Crankset
SRAM XX1 GXP 168mm q-factor
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Cassette
SRAM XX1 11-speed
Chain
SRAM PC XX1
Rotors
Shimano XT IceTech RT86
Handlebar
Race Face SIXC 35
Handlebar Width
800 mm
Grips
Lizard Skin Peaty lock on
Stem
Race Face Atlas 35
Stem Length
50 mm
Saddle
WTB Volt SLT Ti
Seatpost
Rock Shox Reverb Stealth
Seat Collar
Santa Cruz bolt-on
Hubs
DT Swiss 240s
Tires
Maxxis High Roller 2
Tire Size
27.5 in x 2.3 in
Pedals
not included
Recommended Use
all mountain, enduro
Manufacturer Warranty
5 years on frame

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