Santa Cruz Hightower C S 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,599$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RCT3
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Groupset XX1 Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon CC
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Pike 29 RCT3 150
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch RT3
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM XX1 Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1295; 10-50t
Crank
SRAM XX1 Eagle, 30 Tooth
Bottom Bracket
Included w/ crankset
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle Powerlock
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry Nine Torch Torque Cap; 110x15mm
Rear Hub
Industry Nine Torch 148x12
Rims
Race Face ARC 40
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition Double-Butted
Tires
Maxxis Rekon EXO 3C, Tubeless Ready, 27.5x2.8
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide Ultimate
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline; 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Easton Haven Aluminum 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Carbon Flat Bar, 31.8mm clamp, 780mm
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Lock-on
Headset
Cane Creek 110, Integrated
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado SLT
Seatpost
Rock Shox Reverb Stealth; 150mm travel (M-L), 170mm (XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm |
| Front Center | 730 mm | 752 mm | 781 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 53 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 612 mm | 616 mm | 626 mm |
| Reach | 433 mm | 453 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 604 mm | 625 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1168 mm | 1190 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 713 mm | 716 mm | 723 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 177 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Hightower C S completes the Santacruz Hightower model. Santa Cruz released 66 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Hightower bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Hightower C R 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3599$. Santa Cruz Hightower CC XX1 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 7999$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4599$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 27.79% higher.
Hightower C S components
Fork
The Hightower C S comes factory-installed with the RockShox Pike RCT3 fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. 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.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Hightower C S model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Hightower C S has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Santa Cruz Hightower C S bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 165 cm – 198 cm (5.41 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Hightower C S. 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.