Santa Cruz Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 150mm
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Travel Rear 135mm
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Fork RockShox
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Groupset NX Eagle
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Hightower R / Carbon C / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox Revalation RC 150
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM PG1230 11-50t
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle 148 DUB, 30t - 170mm (XS-S), 175mm (M-XL)
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 29" Rims
Spokes
DT Competition (32)
Tires
Maxxis Minion 29x2.3 DHF EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride Stem
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle
Seatpost
Race Face Aeffect, 31.6
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm |
| Front Center | 703 mm | 730 mm | 752 mm | 781 mm | 818 mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | 52 mm | 53 mm | 51 mm | 54 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 101 mm | 104 mm | 100 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 616 mm | 620 mm | 630 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 437 mm | 457 mm | 482 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 608 mm | 629 mm | 657 mm | 692 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° | 74.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1145 mm | 1172 mm | 1194 mm | 1222 mm | 1262 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 717 mm | 717 mm | 720 mm | 727 mm | 734 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 belongs to the Santacruz Hightower model. 66 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Hightower bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3999$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz Hightower LT XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2019, is the most expensive and costs 9599$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 3999$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 44.79% higher.
Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 components
Fork
The Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 comes factory-installed with the RockShox fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 has a rear shock with a travel of 135mm. The model FOX Float Performance DPS is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
The wheels on Hightower R / Carbon C / 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Hightower R / Carbon C / 29 comes with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!
