Santa Cruz BLUR R TR / Carbon C 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,899$
Weight | 12.65 kg 
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 115mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
155cm - 166cm
SM
155cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 176cm
MD
164cm - 176cm
LG
174cm - 186cm
LG
174cm - 186cm
XL
184cm - 196cm
XL
184cm - 196cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BLUR R TR / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sid RL, 120mm
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM Stylo 148 DUB 34t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Chainguide
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h, Rear: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rear Hub
Front: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h, Rear: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29" Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Rekon Race, 29"x2.4WT, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Rekon Race, 29"x2.4WT, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level T
Cockpit
Stem
RaceFace Ride
Handlebar
RaceFace Ride
Grips
ESI Chunky Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Pro Saddle
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | SM | MD | MD | LG | LG | XL | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.23 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330.5 mm | 339.9 mm | 330.5 mm | 339.7 mm | 330.5 mm | 339.6 mm | 330.5 mm | 339.4 mm |
| Front Center | 685.8 mm | 695 mm | 714.5 mm | 723.7 mm | 738.2 mm | 747.4 mm | 768.7 mm | 778 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 108 mm | 100 mm | 109 mm | 100 mm | 109 mm | 100 mm | 109 mm |
| Stack | 583.3 mm | 592.4 mm | 592.6 mm | 602 mm | 601.9 mm | 611.5 mm | 615.8 mm | 625.7 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 417.3 mm | 455 mm | 442.8 mm | 475 mm | 462.5 mm | 500 mm | 487.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568.9 mm | 573.4 mm | 597.8 mm | 602.3 mm | 621.9 mm | 626.4 mm | 652.2 mm | 656.7 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 75.1 ° | 76.3 ° | 75 ° | 75.8 ° | 74.9 ° | 75.7 ° | 74.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.3 ° | 67.1 ° | 68.3 ° | 67.1 ° | 68.3 ° | 67.1 ° | 68.3 ° | 67.1 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1120 mm | 1130 mm | 1152 mm | 1162 mm | 1178 mm | 1188 mm | 1211 mm | 1221 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 42 mm | 32 mm | 42 mm | 32 mm | 42 mm | 32 mm | 42 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 748 mm | 745 mm | 751 mm | 744 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 755 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm | 196 cm | 196 cm |
Model Overview
BLUR R TR / Carbon C completes the Santacruz Blur model. There are 80 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Blur bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz BLUR R / TR / Carbon C / 29 2023 has a starting price of 4599$. Santa Cruz BLUR XX1 / AXS / TR / RSV / Carbon CC / 29 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 12399$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4899$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 157.17% more expensive.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly heavier than average, BLUR R TR / Carbon C has a weight of 12.65 kg (27.89 lbs). In other words, this model is 2.02% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Santa Cruz BLUR R TR / Carbon C 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox SID fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the FOX Float Performance DPS model, with a travel of 115mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The wheels on BLUR R TR / Carbon C are the 29″ aluminum type. 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
This bike is available in 8 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 196 cm (5.09 ft – 6.43 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz BLUR R TR / Carbon C includes 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.