Santa Cruz Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,049$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 36
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM High
157cm - 166cm
SM Low
157cm - 166cm
MD High
164cm - 176cm
MD Low
164cm - 176cm
LG High
174cm - 185cm
LG Low
174cm - 185cm
XL High
183cm - 194cm
XL Low
183cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 201cm
XXL Low
192cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float Performance Elite 160mm 29"
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, 12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12spd
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 12spd, 10-51t
Crank
Shimano XT M8120 30t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT 68/73mm
Chain
Shimano XT, 12spd
Chain Guide
OneUp Bash
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 6 Bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, Microspline, 6 Bolt, 28h
Rims
RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29"
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGRIP, EXO+, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C, EXO+
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT M8120
Disk Rotors
Shimano XT RT86, Ice Tech, 203mm
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42.5mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6
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 | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm | 343 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 743 mm | 743 mm | 772 mm | 772 mm | 796 mm | 796 mm | 825 mm | 825 mm | 860 mm | 860 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 125 mm | 127 mm | 125 mm | 127 mm | 126 mm | 127 mm | 125 mm | 128 mm | 126 mm | 128 mm |
| Stack | 604 mm | 606 mm | 613 mm | 615 mm | 622 mm | 624 mm | 640 mm | 642 mm | 663 mm | 665 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 419 mm | 447 mm | 444 mm | 467 mm | 464 mm | 487 mm | 484 mm | 512 mm | 509 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 565 mm | 593 mm | 594 mm | 616 mm | 617 mm | 643 mm | 645 mm | 677 mm | 679 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.8 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 75.8 ° |
| 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 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° | 65 ° | 64.7 ° |
| 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 | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm | 432 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1175 mm | 1176 mm | 1204 mm | 1205 mm | 1228 mm | 1229 mm | 1257 mm | 1257 mm | 1292 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 | 699 mm | 695 mm | 711 mm | 706 mm | 710 mm | 705 mm | 708 mm | 702 mm | 705 mm | 700 |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 157 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 183 cm | 183 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 185 cm | 185 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 201 cm | 201 cm |
Model Overview
Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29 completes the Santacruz Megatower model. Santa Cruz launched 55 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Megatower R / Carbon C / 29 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 5149$. Santa Cruz Megatower X01 AXS / RSV / Carbon C / 29 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 10249$.
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.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 7049$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 95.86% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Elite Float 36 model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Santa Cruz Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29 bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ model installed, and has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The wheels on Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 10 sizes. They vary from 157 cm – 201 cm (5.15 ft – 6.59 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Megatower XT / Air / Carbon C / 29 includes 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.