Santa Cruz Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,149$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset SX Eagle, NX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 167cm
MD
164cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
XL
184cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL, 120mm, 29"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1210, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle 148 DUB, 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29"
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 29"x2.3", 3C EXO TR, Rear: Maxxis Ardent Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level
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 Comp
Seatpost
SDG Tellis
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 703 mm | 730 mm | 754 mm | 787 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Stack | 620 mm | 625 mm | 634 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 419 mm | 444 mm | 464 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 603 mm | 629 mm | 653 mm | 691 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° | 67.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1119 mm | 1146 mm | 1170 mm | 1204 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 718 mm | 740 mm | 755 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 164 cm | 176 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm | 198 cm |
Model Overview
Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29 belongs to the Santacruz Chameleon model. There are 57 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz Chameleon D Plus / Aluminum / 27+ 2021 has a starting price of 2149$. Santa Cruz Chameleon R Plus / Carbon C / 27+ 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2999$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 2149$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29 price is 28.52% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz Chameleon D / Aluminum / 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 152 cm – 198 cm (4.99 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Chameleon D / Aluminum / 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.