Santa Cruz Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 145mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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 - 185cm
LG Low
174cm - 185cm
XL High
183cm - 194cm
XL Low
183cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 201cm
XXL Low
192cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hightower R / Aluminum / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox Yari RC, 150mm, 29"
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM Descendant Eagle DUB 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C, MaxxGRIP, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR 29"x2.4", 3C, EXO, MaxxTerra
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 R
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42.5mm
Handlebar
RaceFace Aeffect R
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
SDG Tellis
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 | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 745 mm | 745 mm | 774 mm | 774 mm | 798 mm | 798 mm | 827 mm | 827 mm | 862 mm | 862 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 115 mm | 114 mm | 116 mm | 114 mm | 116 mm | 112 mm | 115 mm | 114 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 600 mm | 607 mm | 609 mm | 616 mm | 618 mm | 634 mm | 636 mm | 657 mm | 659 mm |
| Reach | 425 mm | 422 mm | 450 mm | 447 mm | 470 mm | 467 mm | 490 mm | 487 mm | 515 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 564 mm | 591 mm | 593 mm | 615 mm | 616 mm | 642 mm | 643 mm | 676 mm | 677 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.8 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 76 ° |
| 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 | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 155 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 431 mm | 430 mm | 431 mm | 430 mm | 431 mm | 430 mm | 431 mm | 436 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1175 mm | 1176 mm | 1204 mm | 1205 mm | 1228 mm | 1229 mm | 1257 mm | 1258 mm | 1298 mm | 1293 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 701 mm | 696 mm | 715 mm | 710 mm | 714 mm | 710 mm | 715 mm | 710 mm | 706 mm | 701 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 | 183 cm | 183 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 201 cm | 201 cm |
Model Overview
Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 completes the Santacruz Hightower model. Santa Cruz launched 66 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Hightower bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 2022 has a starting price of 3549$. Santa Cruz Hightower X01 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / 29 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9849$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 price is 44.79% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Yari RC model. The travel on this model is 150mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the FOX Float Performance DPS rear shock model, which has a travel of 145mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The wheels on Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 10 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 201 cm (5.09 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Hightower R / Aluminum / 29 comes with 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.