Santa Cruz Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 170mm
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Travel Rear 170mm
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Fork Fox Performance Float 36
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 Float Performance 170
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle 10-50T
Crank
SRAM Stylo 7k 148 DUB, 32t - 170mm (XS-S), 175mm (M-XL)
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle 12 SPD
Chain Guide
E13 TRS+ 1x Guide ISCG05
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 30 27.5" RIms
Spokes
DT Competition (32)
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF, 27.5"x2.5", 3C Silkshield
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code R
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 200mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R
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
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 |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm | 344 mm | 339 mm |
| Front Center | 704 mm | 704 mm | 738 mm | 738 mm | 762 mm | 762 mm | 787 mm | 787 mm | 821 mm | 821 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 119 mm | 122 mm | 119 mm | 122 mm | 119 mm | 121 mm | 119 mm | 122 mm | 119 mm | 122 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 579 mm | 585 mm | 588 mm | 594 mm | 597 mm | 603 mm | 606 mm | 612 mm | 615 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 378 mm | 412 mm | 408 mm | 432 mm | 428 mm | 452 mm | 448 mm | 482 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 532 mm | 533 mm | 565 mm | 566 mm | 588 mm | 590 mm | 611 mm | 613 mm | 645 mm | 646 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 375 mm | 375 mm | 390 mm | 390 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 64.6 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° | 65 ° | 64.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 423 mm | 422 mm | 423 mm | 422 mm | 423 mm | 422 mm | 423 mm | 422 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1126 mm | 1127 mm | 1160 mm | 1161 mm | 1184 mm | 1186 mm | 1208 mm | 1210 mm | 1243 mm | 1244 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 15 mm | 10 mm | 15 mm | 10 mm | 15 mm | 10 mm | 15 mm | 10 mm | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 696 mm | 704 mm | 698 mm | 720 mm | 714 mm | 718 mm | 712 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
Model Overview
Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 is a Santacruz Nomad model. Santa Cruz released 68 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Nomad bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Nomad R / Aluminum / 27.5 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3599$. Santa Cruz Nomad XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 27.5 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 9799$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Santa Cruz Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 price was 5299$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 47.24% more expensive.
Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 components
Fork
Santa Cruz Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 2019 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 36 fork, and has 170mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 has a rear shock with a travel of 170mm. The model RockShox Super Deluxe R is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Nomad S / Carbon C / 27.5 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.
