Santa Cruz Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,999$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS High
142cm - 156cm
XS Low
142cm - 156cm
SM High
153cm - 167cm
SM Low
153cm - 167cm
MD High
164cm - 177cm
MD Low
164cm - 177cm
LG High
174cm - 187cm
LG Low
174cm - 187cm
XL High
184cm - 194cm
XL Low
184cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 200cm
XXL Low
192cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Float Performance 130mm 29"
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle 10-50T
Crank
SRAM Stylo 7k 148 DUB, 32t - 165mm (XS), 170mm (S-M), 175mm (L-XXL)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle 12 SPD
Wheels
Front Hub
DT 370 15x110 32H (28H w/Reserve upgrade)
Rear Hub
DT 370 12x148 32H (28H w/Reserve upgrade)
Rims
Race Face AR Offset 27 29" Rims
Spokes
DT Competition Race (28)
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.3" 3C EXO TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR2 29x2.3 EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride 35x760 bar
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 | XS High | XS Low | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low | XXL High | XXL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 699 mm | 698 mm | 728 mm | 727 mm | 757 mm | 757 mm | 781 mm | 781 mm | 809 mm | 809 mm | 842 mm | 842 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 119 mm | 120 mm | 119 mm | 121 mm | 119 mm | 120 mm | 119 mm | 120 mm | 119 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 597 mm | 605 mm | 607 mm | 614 mm | 616 mm | 623 mm | 625 mm | 641 mm | 643 mm | 660 mm | 661 mm |
| Reach | 404 mm | 402 mm | 429 mm | 427 mm | 454 mm | 452 mm | 474 mm | 472 mm | 494 mm | 492 mm | 519 mm | 517 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 544 mm | 571 mm | 572 mm | 600 mm | 601 mm | 623 mm | 626 mm | 650 | 651 mm | 682 mm | 683 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.8 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.4 ° | 76.2 ° | 76.2 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 75.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 370 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1133 mm | 1132 mm | 1162 mm | 1161 mm | 1191 mm | 1191 mm | 1215 mm | 1215 mm | 1243 mm | 1243 mm | 1276 mm | 1276 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm |
| Standover Height | 685 mm | 682 mm | 700 | 696 mm | 712 mm | 708 mm | 710 mm | 707 mm | 706 mm | 702 mm | 706 mm | 702 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 142 cm | 142 cm | 153 cm | 153 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 156 cm | 156 cm | 167 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 187 cm | 187 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 200 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 is a Santacruz Tallboy model. Santa Cruz launched 64 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2699$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz Tallboy XX1 AXS Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2020, is the most expensive and costs 10399$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 4999$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 price is 80.99% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
Santa Cruz Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 2020 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 34 fork, and has 130mm travel. 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 FOX Float Performance DPS, with a travel distance of 120mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Tallboy S / Carbon C / 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, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 12 sizes. They vary from 142 cm – 200 cm (4.66 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.