Nomad R Complete Mountain Bike
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Nomad R Complete Mountain Bike
Its reputation is built on consistently pushing the envelope on how lawless a single-crown bike can get, while still remaining a capable daily driver, the Nomad R Complete Mountain Bike goes even further towards the outer limits in this year's iteration. Gaps, shuttle laps, and lift passes are the Nomad's preferred business, and since it retains all the pedal-ability of Santa Cruz's VPP suspension, it does you a favor when you have to pedal out. The build kit and aluminum frame extend ensure durability, as well as affordability, bringing the price to ride down to a more palatable level for self-sponsored flow artists.
The previous Nomad was aimed squarely at enduro domination, but the newest generation is less of a dedicated race bike and more of a gravity rig that you can actually pedal uphill without struggling like other long-travel sleds. Think of it as a freeride bike for riders who want to lap the resort park and shuttle downhill laps, then pedal along backcountry epics the very next day. The 65-degree head tube angle (in high setting) and longer reach keep things calm and comfortable while partying hard, but the steeper 75-degree seat tube angle puts you in an optimal pedaling position without struggling to shift your weight forward on steep climbs.
The flip-chip integrated into the swingarm provides the ability to fine-tune its geometry to your exact riding preferences and local terrain. Keep it in the high setting for a more efficient pedaling platform on rides with a mix of blistering descents and steep climbs. Conversely, you can switch it to the low setting for an even slacker geometry (head tube of 64.6 degrees) that's purely aimed on downhill laps at the resort and shuttle runs up the pass where climbing isn't an issue. Ultimately, its adjustable geometry lends the ability to push the bike to the absolute limit on lift-accessed days or retain more balance for earning your turns across large and imposing alpine terrain.
Moving to the revised shock placement, the engineers at Santa Cruz sought to achieve a more linear shock rate with the fourth-gen Nomad, much like you'd find with the V10. The VPP suspension is driven by a lower-link mounted shock, marking a radical departure from the likes of Bronson and Hightower. This revised shock placement eliminates the Nomad's previous tendencies to settle in the middle of its travel, meaning it feels more active and tracks to the ground noticeably better across steep descents and rugged terrain. And even though its shock rate is more linear, it doesn't sacrifice support deep into the travel, meaning it never feels harsh on bigger hits and downhill runs. The Nomad's VPP pedals well, but it really loves dabbling in bad decisions on the ragged edge.
The bike's aluminum frame is also well-suited to exploring that edge, giving you a bit more confidence that an unplanned, unsupervised trip down a talus slope won't spell the end of its usefulness. The frame's tubes are hydroformed in order to reduce weight while maintaining strength at key junctures, a technology that's been proven in applications ranging from the aerospace industry to the past three decades of mountain biking. We know it, we trust it, and we've never felt held back by it.
Details
- Well-rounded flow sled that won't shy away from pedaling
- 6.7in VPP suspension eats terrain and pedals on-point
- V10-inspired chassis with lower-link mounted shock
- Adjustable flip-chip with high and low geometry settings
- 75-degree seat tube angle optimizes pedaling efficiency
- Longer reach shifts weight forward for better traction
- Frame adorned with protective details to preserve your investment
- Spec'd to extend the party to the economically minded flow artists
- Item #SNZK16N
- Frame Material
- aluminum
- Suspension
- VPP
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Super Deluxe Select
- Rear Travel
- 170mm
- Fork
- RockShox Yari RC
- Front Travel
- 170mm
- Headset
- Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
- Shifters
- SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
- ISCG Tabs
- ISCG-05
- Crankset
- SRAM NX Eagle
- Chainring Sizes
- 32t
- Crank Arm Length
- [small] 170mm, [m - x-large] 175mm
- Bottom Bracket
- SRAM DUB
- Bottom Bracket Type
- English threaded (BSA)
- Cassette
- SRAM PG-1230 NX Eagle, 12-speed
- Cassette Range
- 11 - 50t
- Chain
- SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
- Brakeset
- SRAM Guide RE
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Rotors
- Avid Centerline 200mm
- Handlebar
- e*thirteen TRS Base
- Grips
- Santa Cruz Palmdale lock-on
- Stem
- e*thirteen Base
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado Race
- Seatpost
- Race Face Aeffect Dropper
- Seat Collar
- 31.6mm
- Wheelset
- [rims] WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0
- Hubs
- [front] SRAM MTH 716, 32h, Torque Cap, [rear] SRAM MTH 746, 32h
- Front Axle
- 15 x 110mm Boost
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm Boost
- Tires
- Maxxis Assegai EXO+ TR
- Tire Size
- 29 x 2.5in
- Pedals
- not included
- Recommended Use
- freeride, enduro, downhill
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime on frame
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