Santa Cruz Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 170mm
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Travel Rear 170mm
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Fork Fox Factory Float 38
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Groupset X01 Eagle, X1
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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 - 196cm
XL Low
184cm - 196cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Float Factory, 170mm, 27.5"
Rear Shock
Fox Float X2 Factory 2-Position lever
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1295 Eagle 12spd 10-52t
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle Carbon 148 DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle 12 SPD
Chain Guide
OneUp Bash
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 6 Bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, XD, 6 Bolt, 28h
Rims
Race Face ARC Offset 30 27.5" Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 27.5"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGRIP, EXO+, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO+
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RSC
Disk Rotors
SRAM HS2 Rotor 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42.5mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Team Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 760 mm | 760 mm | 792 mm | 792 mm | 821 mm | 821 mm | 857 mm | 857 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 127 mm | 129 mm | 127 mm | 129 mm | 127 mm | 129 mm | 127 mm | 129 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 600 mm | 611.5 mm | 614 mm | 620.4 mm | 623 mm | 642.9 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 419 mm | 447 mm | 444 mm | 472 mm | 469 mm | 497 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 548 mm | 549 mm | 578 mm | 579 mm | 606 mm | 607 mm | 640 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78.2 ° | 77.9 ° | 78 ° | 77.7 ° | 77.9 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.6 ° | 77.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 63.7 ° | 64 ° | 63.7 ° | 64 ° | 63.7 ° | 64 ° | 63.7 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 165 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 423 mm | 427 mm | 428 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1182 mm | 1183 mm | 1219 mm | 1220 mm | 1253 mm | 1254 mm | 1294 mm | 1295 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 14 mm | 10 mm | 14 mm | 10 mm | 14 mm | 10 mm | 14 mm |
| Standover Height | 707 mm | 703 mm | 729 mm | 724 mm | 730 mm | 725 mm | 729 mm | 724 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm | 196 cm | 196 cm |
About this model
Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 is part of the Santacruz Nomad model. There are 68 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 5149$. Santa Cruz Nomad X01 / Air / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / 27.5 2022 on the other hand costs 10249$, and is the most expensive model.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2022, its price was 8449$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 price is 134.76% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 components
Fork
Santa Cruz Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 2022 bike is equipped with the Fox Factory Float 38 fork, and has 170mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant 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 Fox Float X2 Factory 2-Position lever, with a travel distance of 170mm. 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 conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Santa Cruz Nomad X01 / Air / Carbon CC / 27.5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 8 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 196 cm (5.09 ft – 6.43 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Santa Cruz model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!
