Santa Cruz CHAMELEON D / Aluminum 2024
2024 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,099$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SX Eagle, NX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 179cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
184cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
CHAMELEON D / Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver RL, 130mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle 148 DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h
Rims
Front: WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29", Rear: WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29"
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, Rear: Maxxis Aggressor 29"x2.5"WT, EXO
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level
Cockpit
Stem
RaceFace Chester
Handlebar
RaceFace Ride
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB -or- Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium, Steel -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 | 1.476 mm | 1.414 mm | 1.372 mm | 1.321 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 729.4 mm | 758.6 mm | 782.8 mm | 812.1 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Stack | 620.1 mm | 629.2 mm | 638.2 mm | 647.3 mm |
| Reach | 420 mm | 445 mm | 465 mm | 490 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 596.1 mm | 621.3 mm | 643.4 mm | 668.8 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.4 ° | 74.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154 mm | 1183 mm | 1207 mm | 1237 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 682 mm | 682 mm | 686 mm | 708 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 164 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 179 cm | 186 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
CHAMELEON D / Aluminum is a Santacruz Chameleon model. 61 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Chameleon bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz CHAMELEON D / Aluminum 2024 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2099$. Santa Cruz CHAMELEON R / Aluminum 2024 is the most expensive one and costs 2599$.
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 Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2024 and its price was 2099$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 31.59% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The CHAMELEON D / Aluminum comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork. This has a travel range of 130mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz CHAMELEON D / Aluminum 2024, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The CHAMELEON D / Aluminum has 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, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 152 cm – 198 cm (4.99 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the CHAMELEON D / Aluminum. 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.