Santa Cruz NOMAD GX AXS RSV Coil / Carbon C 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
9,799$
Weight | 16.15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 170mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 38
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Groupset GX Eagle AXS -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM High
155cm - 166cm
SM Low
155cm - 166cm
MD High
164cm - 176cm
MD Low
164cm - 176cm
LG High
174cm - 186cm
LG Low
174cm - 186cm
XL High
184cm - 194cm
XL Low
184cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 201cm
XXL Low
192cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NOMAD GX AXS RSV Coil / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Float Performance Elite, 170mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Coil, 230x65
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Controller 2 Button
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: i9 1/1, 15x110, 28h, Rear: i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rear Hub
Front: i9 1/1, 15x110, 28h, Rear: i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
Front: Reserve 30|HD 29", 28h, Rear: Reserve 30|HD 27.5", 28h
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C MaxxGRIP, Double Down, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxGRIP, Double Down, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RS
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6
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 | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 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 | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 133 mm | 136 mm | 134 mm | 136 mm | 133 mm | 135 mm | 133 mm | 135 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 | 568 mm | 591 mm | 591 mm | 609 mm | 610 mm | 634 mm | 635 mm | 663 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.2 ° | 77 ° | 77.4 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.9 ° | 77.6 ° | 77.8 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.7 ° | 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 | 436 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 444 mm | 447 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1206 mm | 1206 mm | 1236 mm | 1237 mm | 1266 mm | 1267 mm | 1298 mm | 1299 mm | 1333 mm | 1334 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 | 710 mm | 720 mm | 716 mm | 719 mm | 714 mm | 722 mm | 717 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 201 cm | 201 cm |
Model Overview
NOMAD GX AXS RSV Coil / Carbon C completes the Santacruz Nomad model. Santa Cruz released 68 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz NOMAD R / Carbon C 2023 has a starting price of 5649$. Santa Cruz NOMAD X01 AXS / Air / RSV / Carbon CC / MX 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 11199$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 9799$. In conclusion, this bike price is 172.27% higher than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro bike is 14 kg (30.86 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 16.15 kg (35.6 lbs), Santa Cruz bike is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 15.36% heavier than the average Enduro bike.
NOMAD GX AXS RSV Coil / Carbon C components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Elite Float 38 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 170mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Coil, with a travel distance of 170mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The NOMAD GX AXS RSV Coil / Carbon C 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Santa Cruz NOMAD GX AXS RSV Coil / Carbon C is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 10 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 201 cm (5.09 ft – 6.59 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.