Santa Cruz BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Travel Rear 100mm
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Fork RockShox SID SL Ultimate
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Groupset X01 Eagle, X1
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sid SL Ultimate, 100mm, 29" w/Remote
Rear Shock
RockShox SidLuxe Ultimate
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM XG1295 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle Carbon 148 DUB, 34t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Chainguide
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, Centerlock, 28h
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, XD, Centerlock, 28h
Rims
RaceFace ARC Offset 27 29" Rims
Spokes
Sapim D-light
Tires
Front: Maxxis Aspen, 29"x2.4WT, 3C, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Aspen, 29"x2.4WT, 3C, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TLM
Cockpit
Stem
Syntace LiteForce
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Bicycles Carbon Flat Bar, 760mm
Grips
SRAM Twistlock
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium Ti Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
FOX Transfer SL Performance Elite, 100mm, 31.6
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330.5 mm | 330.5 mm | 330.5 mm | 330.5 mm |
| Front Center | 685.8 mm | 714.5 mm | 738.2 mm | 768.7 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 583.3 mm | 592.6 mm | 601.9 mm | 615.8 mm |
| Reach | 430 mm | 455 mm | 475 mm | 500 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568.9 mm | 597.8 mm | 621.9 mm | 652.2 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.3 ° | 75.8 ° | 75.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.3 ° | 68.3 ° | 68.3 ° | 68.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 437 mm | 440 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1120 mm | 1152 mm | 1178 mm | 1211 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 745 mm | 744 mm | 750 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29 is part of the Santacruz Blur model. Santa Cruz released 80 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz BLUR R / TR / Carbon C / 29 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4599$. Santa Cruz BLUR XX1 / AXS / TR / RSV / Carbon CC / 29 2023 on the other hand costs 12399$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 7849$. In conclusion, this bike price is 312.02% more expensive than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29 components
Fork
Santa Cruz BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox SID SL Ultimate fork, and has 100mm 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 RockShox SidLuxe Ultimate, with a travel distance of 100mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The wheels on BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz BLUR X01 / Carbon CC / 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. 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.
