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Santa Cruz Bicycles
Tallboy 29 R1x Complete Mountain Bike - 2017

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Trail Ready

The Santa Cruz Tallboy R complete mountain bike is built to take on big rides wherever you like. Poised, balanced, and more capable than its short travel nature might suggest, it's an outstanding option for big trail rides, quick jaunts, and perhaps even the occasional cross country race should the mood strike you.


Many of you will remember the commotion that the original Tallboy caused, but if you missed that boat or forgot, here's a refresher: Its lively handling immediately dispelled a mountain of preconceived notions about how 29-inch wheels were supposed to handle. The latest iteration of the Tallboy retains its praiseworthy handling with an added dash of versatility and a pinch of aggressive intent that takes the Tallboy into uncharted territory.


Part of Tallboy’s success is due to its ability to blur the lines between cross country rocket and surefooted trail bike. To that end, the Tallboy was built to accommodate 27.5+ wheels as well as 29-inch wheels, as it's presented here. This split personality is enabled by the reversible “flip chip” at the upper link. Setting the flip chip to the “low” mode relaxes the head angle by roughly half a degree and lowers the bottom bracket, which makes for an ideal setup when paired with the slightly larger diameter of 29-inch wheels. The slightly smaller 27.5+ wheels pair with the “high” setting, allowing for similar clearance between the bottom bracket and the ground. The upshot is headache-free swaps between wheel sizes, which gives you more options than ever when you hit the trail.


The Tallboy generates 110mm of travel through the latest version of Santa Cruz’s VPP technology. As with all VPP bikes, the Tallboy’s counter-rotating links are carefully arranged to resist activation by pedaling forces, all but eliminating unwanted bobbing under power. This being the latest iteration of VPP, it’s tuned to provide more midstroke support than previous generations of the VPP platform, giving the rider a better feel for the terrain and a livelier ride feel.


While the excellent suspension plays a large role, a key part of the Tallboy’s secret sauce is its carefully tuned geometry. At 68 degrees, the head angle is sufficiently nimble for whipping through tight chicanes, while remaining relaxed enough to stay composed at high speed. The 17-inch chainstays enhance the ability to change directions quickly while retaining enough length to provide ample traction when the trail points skyward. The moderately roomy cockpit positions the rider in a stable spot between the wheels, making for reflexive handling with a minimum of effort.


This build of the Tallboy includes an assortment of carefully chosen components that enhance its trail friendly nature. It starts with a worthy suspension package from Fox: a 34 Rhythm fork paired with a FLOAT DPS Performance air shock. This setup offers a supple stroke, on-the-fly adjustments at the flip of a lever, and easy tuning. SRAM’s NX 11 speed groupset provides a wide gear range, while the Level T brakes keep speeds in check. The Race Face cockpit ensures control, no matter what the trail throws your way.


Details

  • A trail bike that pushes the boundaries of short travel 29ers
  • Responsive pedaling platform with 4.5in of VPP travel
  • Spacious geometry for a comfortable pedaling position
  • Flip chip is compatibile with 27.5+ and 29in wheels
  • Aluminum construction is durable and lightweight
  • SRAM NX 11 speed drivetrain for a wide gear range
  • Item #SNZ00BH
Frame Material
Aluminum
Suspension
VPP
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT DPS Performance
Rear Travel
110mm
Fork
FOX Rhythm 34
Front Travel
120mm
Headset
Cane Creek 10
Shifters
SRAM NX
Front Derailleur
n/a
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX
Crankset
Race Face Aeffect
Bottom Bracket
Race Face
Cassette
10 - 42t SRAM NX
Chain
SRAM NX
Brakeset
SRAM Level T
Rotors
SRAM Centerline
Handlebar
Race Face Ride
Handlebar Width
760mm
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale
Stem
Race Face Ride
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect
Seat Collar
Santa Cruz
Wheelset
[rims] WTB i23 TCS
Hubs
Novatec
Front Axle
15 x 110mm Boost
Rear Axle
12 x 148mm Boost
Tires
Maxxis Crossmark
Tire Size
29 x 2.25in
Pedals
not included
Recommended Use
Trail
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime on frame

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