Santa Cruz Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,899$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 110mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29
Suspension Fork
FOX Rhythm 34, 29"
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM PG1230 11-50t
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle 148 DUB, 32t - 170mm (XS,S), 175mm (M-XL)
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 29" Rims
Spokes
DT Competition (32)
Tires
Maxxis Minion 29x2.3 DHF EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level T
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride Stem
Handlebar
Race Face Ride
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect, 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 684 mm | 713 mm | 733 mm | 763 mm | 799 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 610 mm | 610 mm | 624 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 437 mm | 457 mm | 482 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm | 660 mm | 695 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1123 mm | 1152 mm | 1172 mm | 1202 mm | 1238 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 713 mm | 714 mm | 716 mm | 711 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 is a Santacruz Tallboy model. 64 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2699$. Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2019 on the other hand costs 9499$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Santa Cruz Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 price was 3899$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 104.67% more expensive.
Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 components
Fork
The Fox Rhythm Float 34 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the FOX Float Performance DPS rear shock model, which has a travel of 110mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Tallboy R / Carbon C / 29 comes 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.