Santa Cruz Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,199$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 36
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Groupset X01 Eagle, X1 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM High
157cm - 167cm
SM Low
157cm - 167cm
MD High
164cm - 177cm
MD Low
164cm - 177cm
LG High
174cm - 185cm
LG Low
174cm - 185cm
XL High
182cm - 194cm
XL Low
182cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 200cm
XXL Low
192cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float Performance Elite 160mm 29"
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate (400 S, 450 M, 500 L-XL, 550 XXL)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1295 Eagle 10-50T
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle 148 DUB, 30t - 170mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle 12 SPD
Chain Guide
MRP AMg V2 Alloy chainguide
Wheels
Front Hub
DT 350 15x110 28H
Rear Hub
DT 350 148x12 28h XD
Rims
Race Face ARC Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes
DT Competition Race (28)
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5" EXO+ TR, Rear: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5" EXO+ TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RSC
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R 40mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Bicycles AM Carbon Bar 35x800
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Team Saddle
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 | XXL High | XXL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 743 mm | 743 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 796 mm | 796 mm | 825 mm | 825 mm | 860 mm | 860 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 125 mm | 127 mm | 125 mm | 127 mm | 126 mm | 127 mm | 125 mm | 128 mm | 126 mm | 128 mm |
| Stack | 604 mm | 606 mm | 613 mm | 615 mm | 622 mm | 624 mm | 640 mm | 642 mm | 663 mm | 665 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 419 mm | 447 mm | 444 mm | 467 mm | 464 mm | 487 mm | 484 mm | 512 mm | 509 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 565 mm | 593 mm | 594 mm | 616 mm | 617 mm | 643 mm | 645 mm | 677 mm | 679 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.8 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 75.8 ° |
| 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 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° |
| 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 | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1175 mm | 1176 mm | 1204 mm | 1205 mm | 1228 mm | 1229 mm | 1257 mm | 1257 mm | 1292 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 | 699 mm | 695 mm | 711 mm | 706 mm | 710 mm | 705 mm | 708 mm | 702 mm | 705 mm | 700 |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 157 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 200 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 belongs to the Santacruz Megatower model. Santa Cruz released 55 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Megatower bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Megatower R / Carbon C / 29 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4499$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz Megatower XX1 AXS Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2020, is the most expensive and costs 10499$.
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.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2020, its price was 7199$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 price is 100.03% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Elite Float 36 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 has a rear shock with a travel of 160mm. The model RockShox Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate (400 S is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 2020 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike 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
Santa Cruz Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 bike has 10 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Megatower X01 / Carbon CC / 29 includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.