Santa Cruz Nomad XT Air / Carbon C / 27.5 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,849$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 170mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 38
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM High
154cm - 167cm
SM Low
154cm - 167cm
MD High
164cm - 177cm
MD Low
164cm - 177cm
LG High
174cm - 187cm
LG Low
174cm - 187cm
XL High
184cm - 193cm
XL Low
184cm - 193cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nomad XT Air / Carbon C / 27.5
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Float Performance Elite, 170mm, 27.5"
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12spd
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 12spd, 10-51t
Crank
Shimano XT M8100, 32t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT 68/73mm
Chain
Shimano XT, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Bash
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 350, 15x110, 28h
Rear Hub
DT 350, 12x148, MicroSpline, 28h
Rims
RaceFace ARC Offset 30 27.5"
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
Shimano XT 8120
Disk Rotors
Shimano XT RT-86, Ice Tech, 203mm/180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Bicycles Carbon Riser
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Pro
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 154 cm | 154 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 187 cm | 187 cm | 193 cm | 193 cm |
Model Overview
Nomad XT Air / Carbon C / 27.5 belongs to the Santacruz Nomad model. There are 68 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4949$. Santa Cruz Nomad X01 Coil / Carbon CC / 27.5 2021 on the other hand costs 8249$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2021, its price was 6849$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 90.3% higher.
Nomad XT Air / Carbon C / 27.5 components
Fork
The Nomad XT Air / Carbon C / 27.5 comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Elite Float 38 fork. This has a travel range of 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, with a travel distance of 170mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The wheels on Nomad XT Air / Carbon C / 27.5 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 8 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 154 cm – 193 cm (5.05 ft – 6.33 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Santa Cruz model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.