Santa Cruz MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C 2024
2024 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,999$
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 Fox Performance Elite Float 38
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Groupset GX Eagle Transmission, X01 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
MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb Select+, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Performance Elite
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+, 230x62.5
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Bash Guide
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swis 370, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h
Rims
Front: RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29", Rear: RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29"
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Carbon
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium, CroMo
Seatpost
OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer
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 | 26 mm | 30 mm | 26 mm | 30 mm | 26 mm | 30 mm | 26 mm | 30 mm | 26 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" |
| 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
MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C belongs to the Santacruz Megatower model. Santa Cruz released 55 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Megatower bikes models from 2024, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz MEGATOWER R / Carbon C 2024 is the cheapest bike model and costs 4999$. Santa Cruz MEGATOWER XX AXS RSV / Carbon CC 2024 is the most expensive one and costs 11199$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Enduro bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C price is 94.47% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C components
Fork
Santa Cruz MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C 2024 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Elite Float 38 fork, and has 170mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C has a rear shock with a travel of 165mm. The model RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 10 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 201 cm (5.09 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the MEGATOWER GX AXS / Carbon C. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.