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Chameleon 27.5+ D Mountain Bike

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Why We Like The Chameleon 27.5+ D Mountain Bike

As one of the longest standing bikes in Santa Cruz's line, the Chameleon is a perennial favorite for its lively handling, ability to wheelie with ease, and versatility across a wide variety of trail ecosystems, ranging from flowy singletrack in the woods to rocky descents high above treeline. Santa Cruz recently revamped the Chameleon to be longer, lower, and slacker than ever with its lengthy front end, low-slung 12.4-inch bottom bracket, and relaxed 67.5-degree head tube angle. This Chameleon 27.5+ D Mountain Bike carries all of these updates with fresh color schemes for 2021, making it an an absolute blast to rail around corners, plunge into steep descents, and even pedal a few laps around the bike park.


Originally conceived as a heavy-duty hardtail that could handle the rigors of bike parks and slalom courses, the Chameleon has evolved into a fun-loving trail bike that's compatible with multiple wheel sizes and moonlights as a practical solution for long-distance bikepacking missions. It's offered here as a 27.5+ trail bike for voluminous traction and greater compliance over rugged trails with its 2.8-inch Maxxis Rekon Tires, but it can be run as a fast-rolling 29er with its interchangeable dropouts. Also, these interchangeable dropouts allow you to swap out the gears for single-speed use, should you desire a no-nonsense drivetrain or live in an area without major elevation changes. Note, you'll need to purchase separate dropouts if you'd like to convert it to singlespeed use or a 29er.


Seeing the Chameleon is designed to be a more utilitarian, low-maintenance trail bike, it's made from aluminum for optimal strength-to-weight, but without the added cost of carbon. This gives the Chameleon broader appeal than many of the full-suspension bikes, which is great considering it lowers the bar to entry for riders on a budget. This D-spec build is the most affordable build offered by Santa Cruz, offering a nice selection of parts for reliability and performance, but without incurring significant cost. The RockShox Recon RL 130-millimeter Fork smoothly tracks over rocky, root-latticed trail sections by soaking up all the bumps along the way. It's finished with a SRAM NX 1x11 drivetrain that offers a wide selection of gears for long climbs and descents, all without requiring a 2x drivetrain that only clutters your bars and adds unnecessary complexity.


*Due to unprecedented demand in the global supply chain and the bike industry over the last 18 months, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be minor. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.


Details

  • A do-it-all hardtail for trail riding, jumps, and bikepacking
  • 67.5-degree head tube angle boosts stability at high speeds
  • Longer front end pairs with short chainstays for a nimble feel
  • 27.5+ wheels offer total traction and compliance over rough terrain
  • RockShox Recon RL fork offers 130mm of plush control for rowdy trails
  • Interchangeable dropouts enable you to switch 27.5+ for 29in hoops
  • SRAM SX Eagle offers 12 speeds without X01 pricing
  • Aluminum frame maximizes your dollar while optimizing strength-to-weight
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Frame Material
aluminum
Fork
RockShox Recon RL, 130mm
Front Travel
130mm
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS
Shifters
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
ISCG Tabs
ISCG-05
Crankset
SRAM SX Eagle 148 DUB
Chainring Sizes
30t
Crank Arm Length
[small] 170mm, [medium - x-large] 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 SX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette Range
11 - 50t
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Brakeset
SRAM Level
Brake Type
hydraulic disc
Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale
Stem
Race Face Ride
Stem Length
50mm
Saddle
WTB Silverado Comp
Seatpost
SDG Tellis dropper
Wheelset
[rims] WTB ST i40 TCS 2.0, [spokes] Sapim Race
Hubs
[front] SRAM MTH 716, Torque Cap, 32h, [rear] SRAM MTH 746, 32h
Front Axle
15 x 110mm Boost
Rear Axle
12 x 148mm Boost
Tires
Maxxis Rekon EXO TR
Tire Size
27.5 x 2.8in
Pedals
not included
Extras
chainstay protector
Claimed Weight
31.9lb (14,500g)
Activity
trail
Manufacturer Warranty
[frame] lifetime

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