Santa Cruz CHAMELEON R / Aluminum 2024
2024 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,599$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 179cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
184cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
CHAMELEON R / Aluminum
Suspension Fork
FOX Rhythm 34 Float, 130mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h
Rims
Front: RaceFace AR Offset 30 29", Rear: RaceFace AR Offset 30 29"
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, Rear: Maxxis Aggressor 29"x2.5"WT, EXO
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 R
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Handlebar
Burgtec Alloy Bar
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB -or- Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium, CroMo
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.476 mm | 1.414 mm | 1.372 mm | 1.321 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm | 315 mm |
| Front Center | 729.4 mm | 758.6 mm | 782.8 mm | 812.1 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Stack | 620.1 mm | 629.2 mm | 638.2 mm | 647.3 mm |
| Reach | 420 mm | 445 mm | 465 mm | 490 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 596.1 mm | 621.3 mm | 643.4 mm | 668.8 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.4 ° | 74.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154 mm | 1183 mm | 1207 mm | 1237 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Standover Height | 682 mm | 682 mm | 686 mm | 708 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 164 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 179 cm | 186 cm | 198 cm |
Model Overview
CHAMELEON R / Aluminum belongs to the Santacruz Chameleon model. There are 61 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2024, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz CHAMELEON D / Aluminum 2024 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2099$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz CHAMELEON R / Aluminum 2024, is the most expensive and costs 2599$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2024 for 2599$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 6.27% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Rhythm Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz CHAMELEON R / Aluminum 2024, 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Santa Cruz CHAMELEON R / Aluminum is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Santa Cruz CHAMELEON R / Aluminum bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 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
A dropper post is included with the CHAMELEON R / Aluminum. 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.