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Santa Cruz Bicycles
Hightower Carbon CC 27.5+ X01 Eagle ENVE Mountain - 2017

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Plunder the chunder.

Let's face it, there aren't a lot of riders that prefer loose, rock-strewn trails that consistently rob your speed with chunky impediments and soft spots. Alleviating this traction and speed-carrying problem, the Santa Cruz Hightower Carbon CC 27.5+ XO1 Eagle ENVE Complete Mountain Bike is equipped with the voluminous support and plush shock-absorption afforded by 27.5+ wheels. This plus-sized option is gaining momentum with riders encountering jarring rocks and loose soil on their local trails, as you can drastically lower tire pressure for a smooth, planted ride with gobs of traction.


One of the more unique features with the Hightower is its flip chip, which allows you to swap between 27.5+ and 29-inch wheels with minimal impact on its slackened, confidence-inspiring geometry. This is a great feature if you're seeking a bit more versatility for enduro racing and trail riding alike. In its 27.5+ form, the Hightower accommodates 2.8-inch tires for ample traction and plushness across the rough stuff. We recommend sticking with this tire size, as larger 3.0-inch rubber may present clearance issues with certain tire manufacturers.


If the Hightower's ability to swap between wheel sizes gives you a taste of its versatility, then the bike's aggressively long, slackened geometry solidifies its status as a dreamy trail machine. It represents the evolution of Santa Cruz's earlier and much loved Tallboy LT, updated with greater stand-over clearance and shortened chainstays for snappier handling. Further consider its 150/135 millimeters of travel at the front and rear for one that's impressively capable on rowdy descents, yet never unwieldy when you're riding across tamer trail networks.


Borrowing its suspension from the big-hit brawling Nomad, the Hightower uses the third generation of Santa Cruz's VPP suspension. It's referred to by Santa Cruz as VPP3, serving up increased mid-stroke support and greater traction at the top of its travel range. It features a re-positioned lower link that's neatly tucked above the bottom bracket, reducing damage from the punishing debris you'll be cruising over with the Hightower's monster-truck tires. The upper link is now attached to the top tube, allowing for increased standover height and greater rear end stiffness.


This particular build employs Santa Cruz's CC-level carbon, which reduces the frame's weight by a generous 230 grams (just a tick over 8 ounces)—all without sacrificing structural stiffness or strength. This top-shelf frame is complemented by the carbon construction of an ENVE M60 Forty Plus Wheelset. This plus-sized wheelset is intended for trail and all-mountain use, offering uncompromising stiffness for cleaning technical lines with precision. And when it's time to pedal uphill again, the XO1 Eagle drivetrain's massive range conserves precious energy for rowdy descents and flowing berms that follow.


Details

  • Santa Cruz's ultimate 27.5+ trail bike
  • 27.5+ wheels offer a plush feel across rough chunder
  • Responsive pedaling platform with 5.3in of VPP travel
  • Carbon CC frame reduces weight and maintains stiffness
  • Spacious geometry inspires confidence at high speeds
  • Flip chip accommodates both 27.5+ and 29in wheels
  • ENVE m60 Forty Plus wheels for snappy stiffness
  • Santa Cruz leads the industry with innovative design and legendary quality
  • Item #SNZ00BQ
Frame Material
Carbon CC
Suspension
VPP
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT3
Rear Travel
135mm
Fork
RockShox Pike RCT3
Front Travel
150mm
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS
Shifters
SRAM XO1 Eagle
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XO1 Eagle
ISCG Tabs
ISCG-05
Crankset
SRAM X1 Carbon
Bottom Bracket
threaded
Cassette
SRAM XG-1295 XO1 Eagle (10-50t)
Chain
SRAM XO1 Eagle Powerlock
Brakeset
SRAM Guide RSC
Brake Type
hydraulic disc
Rotors
Avid Centerline, 180mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Carbon Flat Bar
Handlebar Rise
7mm
Handlebar Sweep
Handlebar Width
780mm
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale lock-on
Stem
Raceface Turbine Basic
Saddle
WTB Silverado Pro
Seatpost
Rock Shox Reverb Stealth, 150mm (M-L) or 170mm (XL)
Seatpost Diameter
31.6mm
Wheelset
ENVE m60 Forty Plus
Hubs
DT Swiss 350
Front Axle
15 x 1110mm Boost
Rear Axle
12 x 148mm Boost
Tires
[front] Maxxis Rekon EXO 3C TR, [rear] Maxxis Rekon Exo TR
Tire Size
27.5 x 2.8in
Pedals
notincluded
Recommended Use
all-mountain, enduro, trail
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime on frame

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