Santa Cruz 5010
Embrace the playful spirit of trail riding with the Santa Cruz 5010, a bike that invites you to hop, skip, and jump your way through adventurous trails. The 5010 has been upgraded to feature a dynamic 29-inch front wheel paired with a 27.5-inch rear wheel, optimizing traction and control across various terrains. This unique wheel combination enhances stability while maintaining agile handling, making it perfect for technical trails and playful maneuvers. The 5010’s suspension system has also seen significant refinement, with improved kinematics that offer a smoother, more responsive ride. This enhanced suspension ensures that every bump and trail feature is absorbed efficiently, providing a plush ride without sacrificing responsiveness or control. Available in several build kits, including the versatile GX AXS and the higher-end X0 AXS, the 5010 caters to different riding styles and budgets. Each build offers specific components and features tailored to enhance your trail experience, from reliable performance to advanced precision. Whether you’re navigating technical descents or enjoying flowing singletrack, the Santa Cruz 5010 is designed to elevate your trail adventures, making every ride a blend of fun and high performance. Discover a new level of excitement and control with a bike that combines innovative design with the thrill of trail riding.
Highlights and information
The Santa Cruz 5010 is all about creating a thrilling, playful experience without compromising performance. It features 130mm of rear VPP travel paired with 140mm up front, offering the perfect amount of suspension to handle tough terrain while maintaining that fun, responsive feel. The refined suspension kinematics ensure that bigger impacts are handled with ease, providing smooth bottom-out resistance and predictable support. Designed to excel on technical trails, the 5010’s proportions and geometry are tailored for maximum confidence and control. The low bottom bracket height enhances cornering precision, while the slack head angle gives the bike a stable and composed feel on descents, no matter how steep.
Proportional geometry ensures that every rider, regardless of size, gets the ideal setup for balanced performance and comfort. The size-specific chainstay length keeps handling nimble and riders centered between the wheels, ensuring optimal control through tight sections and over challenging features. Adding to its versatility, the 5010 features a mixed-wheel setup—29 inches in the front and 27.5 inches in the rear—for a perfect blend of stability and agility. This configuration maximizes traction when the trail gets rough while retaining the playful, jump-ready character that sets the 5010 apart from the rest.
For added convenience, the 5010 comes equipped with the innovative Glovebox, a secure compartment integrated into the downtube to store your ride essentials. Complete with a high-quality latch and fitted Tool Wallet and Tube Purse, it ensures your gear stays safe, organized, and easily accessible. Whether you're exploring technical singletrack, launching off jumps, or navigating switchbacks, the Santa Cruz 5010 delivers a ride that’s equal parts thrilling and practical, making every trail an opportunity for adventure.
Design and Notations
- Frame and Material: Available in Carbon C and Carbon CC for a lightweight, durable ride
- Suspension: 130mm of VPP rear travel and 140mm front travel for smooth, controlled performance across all types of terrain.
- Wheel Size: MX configuration—29-inch front wheel and 27.5-inch rear wheel—for a balanced, sure-footed ride.
- Geometry and Handling: Proportional geometry with a low bottom bracket and slack head angle for excellent cornering and confidence on descents.
- Customization: Glovebox for secure storage and easy access to tools and essentials.
Highlighted Models and Key Components
Santa Cruz 5010 X0 AXS RSV
- Frame: Premium CC Carbon frame designed for a lightweight, stiff, and responsive ride, ensuring excellent performance on aggressive trails.
- Drivetrain: SRAM X0 Eagle AXS 12-speed electronic drivetrain for smooth, precise shifting, delivering top-tier performance on both climbs and descents.
- Suspension: RockShox Pike Ultimate fork with 140mm of travel paired with a RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate shock, offering superior support, control, and responsiveness for aggressive riding.
- Wheels: Reserve 30 Carbon wheels provide maximum durability and reliability, handling challenging terrain with ease.
Santa Cruz 5010 X0 AXS
- Frame: High-performance CC Carbon frame built for strength and agility, offering a perfect balance of lightweight durability for technical trails.
- Drivetrain: SRAM X0 Eagle AXS 12-speed drivetrain ensures quick, seamless shifting, making it easy to navigate tough climbs and fast descents.
- Suspension: RockShox Pike Ultimate fork and RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate shock, providing a refined suspension setup for efficient handling and comfort.
- Wheels: Reserve 30| SL AL wheels designed for durability and reliability on demanding, technical trails.
Santa Cruz 5010 GX AXS
- Frame: C Carbon frame delivers an excellent balance of weight, strength, and durability, designed to handle technical terrain while keeping things light.
- Drivetrain: SRAM GX Eagle AXS 12-speed drivetrain offers reliable, smooth shifting with a wide gear range, perfect for tackling various trail conditions.
- Suspension: RockShox Pike Select+ fork paired with a RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ shock to ensure superior control and comfort.
- Wheels: Reserve 30| SL AL wheels provide consistent performance and durability, handling rough, rocky trails with ease.
Additional Highlights
- Playful and Capable: The 5010 is designed to make every ride fun, with a highly capable suspension system that provides both support and playful handling.
- Traction and Agility: The mixed-wheel setup ensures stability without sacrificing the bike’s quick, responsive nature.
- Durable and Easy to Maintain: The frame and components are built to last and maintain performance over many years, with free replacement bearings for life.
- Glovebox Storage: Keep your ride essentials safe and easily accessible with the integrated Glovebox storage system.
The Santa Cruz 5010 is the ideal choice for riders who want a bike that’s both fun and functional, able to handle technical trails with ease while offering a playful, dynamic riding experience.Â
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