Santa Cruz MEGATOWER R / Carbon C 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,746$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 165mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MEGATOWER R / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb, 170mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select 230x62.5
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle Single Click, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Chain Guide
E13 Vario Topguide ISCG05
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5" EXO+, 3C MaxxGrip, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4" EXO+, 3C MaxxTerra
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 RE
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
e.13 Base 40mm
Handlebar
e13 TRS Base, 800mm
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
SDG Tellis
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low | XXL High | XXL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 342.5 mm | 346 mm | 342.5 mm | 346 mm | 342.5 mm | 346 mm | 342.5 mm | 346 mm | 342.5 mm |
| Front Center | 770 mm | 770 mm | 799 mm | 799 mm | 826 mm | 826 mm | 855 mm | 855 mm | 886 mm | 886 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 133 mm | 136 mm | 134 mm | 136 mm | 133 mm | 136 mm | 133 mm | 136 mm | 134 mm | 136 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 615 mm | 622 mm | 624 mm | 635 mm | 637 mm | 653 mm | 655 mm | 667 mm | 669 mm |
| Reach | 427 mm | 424 mm | 452 mm | 449 mm | 472 mm | 469 mm | 492 mm | 489 mm | 517 mm | 514 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 567 mm | 591 mm | 592 mm | 610 mm | 610 mm | 634 mm | 635 mm | 663 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.24 ° | 77 ° | 77.42 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.8 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.8 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.8 ° | 77.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 444 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1203 mm | 1203 mm | 1233 mm | 1234 mm | 1263 mm | 1263 mm | 1295 mm | 1295 mm | 1330 mm | 1331 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 702 mm | 713 mm | 709 mm | 720 mm | 715 mm | 719 mm | 714 mm | 721 mm | 717 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
MEGATOWER R / Carbon C completes the Santacruz Megatower model. Santa Cruz launched 55 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz MEGATOWER R / Carbon C 2023 has a starting price of 6157$. Santa Cruz MEGATOWER XX1 AXS Flight Attendant RSV / Carbon CC 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 13999$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 6157$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 71.08% more expensive.
MEGATOWER R / Carbon C components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox ZEB fork installed. The fork’s travel is 170mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select 230×62.5 rear shock model, which has a travel of 165mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on MEGATOWER R / Carbon C are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The MEGATOWER R / Carbon C comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.