Santa Cruz Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,899$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM High
154cm - 167cm
SM Low
154cm - 167cm
MD High
164cm - 177cm
MD Low
164cm - 177cm
LG High
174cm - 185cm
LG Low
174cm - 185cm
XL High
182cm - 194cm
XL Low
182cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 200cm
XXL Low
192cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hightower D / Aluminum / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL 150mm 29"
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM CS PG1210 Eagle, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle 148 DUB, 30t - 170mm (S-L), 175mm (XL-XXL)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM CN SX Eagle 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0 29" Rims
Spokes
DT Competition (32)
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHR2 29"x2.4" 3C EXO TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR2 29"x2.4" 3C EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R 35x780
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect 150mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low | XXL High | XXL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.28 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm | 344 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 745 mm | 745 mm | 774 mm | 774 mm | 798 mm | 798 mm | 827 mm | 827 mm | 862 mm | 862 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 52 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 114 mm | 115 mm | 114 mm | 116 mm | 114 mm | 116 mm | 112 mm | 115 mm | 114 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 600 mm | 607 mm | 609 mm | 616 mm | 618 mm | 634 mm | 636 mm | 657 mm | 659 mm |
| Reach | 425 mm | 422 mm | 450 mm | 447 mm | 470 mm | 467 mm | 490 mm | 487 mm | 515 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 564 mm | 591 mm | 593 mm | 615 mm | 616 mm | 642 mm | 643 mm | 676 mm | 677 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.1 ° | 76.7 ° | 77 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.8 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 155 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 431 mm | 430 mm | 431 mm | 430 mm | 431 mm | 430 mm | 431 mm | 436 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1175 mm | 1176 mm | 1204 mm | 1205 mm | 1228 mm | 1229 mm | 1257 mm | 1258 mm | 1298 mm | 1293 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm | 29 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 701 mm | 696 mm | 715 mm | 710 mm | 714 mm | 710 mm | 715 mm | 710 mm | 706 mm | 701 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 154 cm | 154 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 177 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 200 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 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 2020, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2899$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz Hightower XX1 AXS Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2020, is the most expensive and costs 10499$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2899$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 4.96% more expensive.
Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 components
Fork
The Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 comes factory-installed with the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. 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 FOX Float Performance DPS, with a travel distance of 140mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
The wheels on Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Hightower D / Aluminum / 29 comes in 10 sizes, that range from 154 cm – 200 cm (5.05 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
The Santa Cruz model is also equipped with 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.