Hightower Carbon CC 27.5+ X01 Eagle ENVE Mountain - 2017
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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
- 9°
- 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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