Santa Cruz Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,949$
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 RockShox ZEB
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Groupset NX Eagle -
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 R / Carbon C / 27.5
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb, 170mm, 27.5"
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM PG1230 11-50t
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle 148 DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Chain Guide
E13 TRS Race SL ISCG05
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 27.5"
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 27.5"x2.5", 3C, Maxx-GRIP, EXO+, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO+
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide RE
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
E13 Base
Handlebar
E13 TRS Base
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
About this model
Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 belongs to the Santacruz Nomad model. There are 68 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 2021 has a starting price of 4949$. Santa Cruz Nomad X01 Coil / Carbon CC / 27.5 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8249$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2021, its price was 4949$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 37.51% more expensive.
Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 components
Fork
The Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 comes factory-installed with the RockShox ZEB fork. This has a travel range of 170mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
Santa Cruz Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Select model installed, and has a travel 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 size
When leaving the production line, the Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 comes with 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, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Santa Cruz Nomad R / Carbon C / 27.5 bike has 8 sizes, in the range of 154 cm – 193 cm (5.05 ft – 6.33 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Santa Cruz model is also equipped with a dropper post. 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.