Product Details
If you're on the lookout for your next trail bike and aiming to make a wise decision, finding the perfect balance is crucial. Going overboard with suspension can leave your favorite trails feeling lackluster, while overly tight geometry might leave you unprepared for the challenge. However, if you crave a mountain bike that hits the bullseye, the Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 C S Kit is bound to catch your eye.
The Tallboy has always had an uncanny ability to strike the right balance. Despite its seemingly modest 120mm suspension, it excels on both smooth-flowing and technically demanding trails, whether you're conquering climbs all day or squeezing in a quick lunchtime ride. Its suspension is finely tuned to provide exceptional uphill traction while still delivering the necessary power for those who occasionally enjoy the climbing grind. The bike's geometry is optimized to ensure comfort and control, making it an excellent choice for a variety of riding styles and terrains.
One exciting addition is the new Glovebox, a roomy in-frame storage space that easily accommodates tubes, pumps, tools, and other ride essentials. This ensures you have everything you need for a hassle-free adventure, eliminating the need for cumbersome packs or extra gear. With the Glovebox, you can focus more on the ride and less on packing.
The Tallboy C S Kit serves as the gateway to the Tallboy lineup, boasting a durable and high-performing FOX 34 Float Performance fork, along with SRAM's GX Eagle drivetrain that offers a wide gear range. This build leaves no stone unturned, featuring Raceface AR 30 rims on DT Swiss hubs, and meticulously chosen touchpoints (saddle, grips, bars) that are shared across the entire Tallboy range. Its balanced design ensures a smooth and responsive ride, making it ideal for tackling diverse trails. So, gear up and let the Tallboy elevate your trail riding experience to new heights with its versatile performance and thoughtful features.
KEY FEATURES
- Carbon C Frame
- FOX Float Performance Shock
- FOX 34 Float Performance Fork
- SRAM GX Eagle 12 Speed
- RaceFace AR Offset 30, 29" Wheels
- Maxxis Forekaster Tires
*Please note that bike specifications are subject to change without prior notice |
Model | S |
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Weight (lbs/kg) | 29.9 lbs / 13.56 kg |
Material | Carbon C |
Travel | 120mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Rear Shock | FOX Float Performance, 190x45 |
Fork | FOX 34 Float Performance, 130mm |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd |
Right Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd |
Cassette | SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t |
Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Forekaster 29"x2.4"WT, 3C, MaxxTerra, EXO |
Front Tire | Maxxis Forekaster 29"x2.4"WT, 3C, MaxxTerra, EXO |
Front Hub | DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | RaceFace AR Offset 30, 29" |
Rear Hub | DT Swis 370, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h |
Rear Rim | RaceFace AR Offset 30, 29" |
Front Rotor | Avid Centerline, 180mm |
Rear Rotor | Avid Centerline, 180mm |
Brakes | SRAM G2 R |
Crankset | SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 32t |
Handlebars | Burgtec RideWide Alloy |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado, CroMo |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 or RockShox Reverb, 31.6 |
Grips | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
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Reach (hi/lo) | 405/403 | 430/428 | 455/453 | 475/473 | 495/493 | 520/518 |
Stack (hi/lo) | 601/603 | 610/612 | 619/621 | 628/630 | 646/648 | 656/658 |
Head Tube Angle (hi/lo) | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 |
Seat Tube Length | 370/370 | 380/380 | 405/405 | 430/430 | 460/460 | 500/500 |
Front Center (hi/lo) | 708/708 | 737/737 | 766/766 | 790/790 | 818/818 | 847/847 |
BB Height (hi/lo) | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 |
BB Drop (hi/lo) | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 |
Wheelbase (hi/lo) | 1138/1138 | 1167/1167 | 1199/1199 | 1227/1227 | 1257/1258 | 1290/1291 |
Rear Center (hi/lo) | 430/431 | 430/431 | 433/434 | 437/438 | 439/440 | 443/444 |
Head Tube Length | 95/95 | 105/105 | 115/115 | 125/125 | 145/145 | 155/155 |
Top Tube Length (hi/lo) | 555/556 | 579/580 | 602/603 | 622/623 | 644/645 | 671/671 |
Seat Tube Angle (hi/lo) | 76/75.7 | 76.3/76 | 76.7/76.4 | 76.8/76.6 | 77/76.8 | 77.1/76.8 |
Standover Height (hi/lo) | 680/676 | 693/691 | 696/693 | 698/695 | 698/695 | 701/698 |