Santa Cruz BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,549$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID SL Select
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Groupset GX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BLUR S / Carbon C / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm w/ Remote
Rear Shock
RockShox SidLuxe Select+
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 34t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Chainguide
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29"
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Aspen, 29"x2.4WT, 3C, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Aspen, 29"x2.4WT, 3C, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TL
Cockpit
Stem
SRAM Atmos Stem, 60mm
Handlebar
SRAM Atmos Flat Bar, 31.8x760
Grips
SRAM Twistlock
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330.5 mm | 330.5 mm | 330.5 mm | 330.5 mm |
| Front Center | 685.8 mm | 714.5 mm | 738.2 mm | 768.7 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 583.3 mm | 592.6 mm | 601.9 mm | 615.8 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 455 mm | 475 mm | 500 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568.9 mm | 597.8 mm | 621.9 mm | 652.2 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.3 ° | 75.8 ° | 75.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.3 ° | 68.3 ° | 68.3 ° | 68.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 437 mm | 440 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1120 mm | 1152 mm | 1178 mm | 1211 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 745 mm | 744 mm | 750 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 belongs to the Santacruz Blur model. Santa Cruz released 80 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz BLUR R / TR / Carbon C / 29 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4599$. Santa Cruz BLUR XX1 / AXS / TR / RSV / Carbon CC / 29 2023 on the other hand costs 12399$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5549$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 price is 191.29% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox SID SL Select model. The travel on this model is 100mm. 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
Santa Cruz BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 bike has the RockShox SidLuxe Select+ model installed, and has a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz BLUR S / Carbon C / 29 includes a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.