Santa Cruz NOMAD R / Carbon C 2024
2024 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,999$
Weight | 15.57 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Travel Rear 170mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM High
155cm - 166cm
SM Low
155cm - 166cm
MD High
164cm - 176cm
MD Low
164cm - 176cm
LG High
174cm - 186cm
LG Low
174cm - 186cm
XL High
184cm - 194cm
XL Low
184cm - 194cm
XXL High
192cm - 201cm
XXL Low
192cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NOMAD R / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
RockShox Zeb Base, 170mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select, 230x65
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
Chain Guide
E.13 TRS Race SL, ISCG05
Wheels
Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 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, 27.5"
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 RE
Cockpit
Stem
e.13 Base
Handlebar
e13 TRS Base
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB or Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado, CroMo
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper, 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 | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm | 346 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 770 mm | 770 mm | 799 mm | 799 mm | 826 mm | 826 mm | 855 mm | 855 mm | 886 mm | 886 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 133 mm | 136 mm | 134 mm | 136 mm | 133 mm | 135 mm | 133 mm | 135 mm | 134 mm | 136 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 615 mm | 622 mm | 624 mm | 635 mm | 637 mm | 653 mm | 655 mm | 667 mm | 669 mm |
| Reach | 427 mm | 424 mm | 452 mm | 449 mm | 472 mm | 469 mm | 492 mm | 489 mm | 517 mm | 514 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 568 mm | 591 mm | 591 mm | 609 mm | 610 mm | 634 mm | 635 mm | 663 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.2 ° | 77 ° | 77.4 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.9 ° | 77.6 ° | 77.8 ° | 77.5 ° | 77.7 ° | 77.5 ° |
| 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 | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 440 mm | 441 mm | 443 mm | 444 mm | 447 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1206 mm | 1206 mm | 1236 mm | 1237 mm | 1266 mm | 1267 mm | 1298 mm | 1299 mm | 1333 mm | 1334 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm | 27 mm | 30 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 702 mm | 713 mm | 710 mm | 720 mm | 716 mm | 719 mm | 714 mm | 722 mm | 717 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 155 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 201 cm | 201 cm |
About this model
NOMAD R / Carbon C is part of the Santacruz Nomad model. There are 68 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Nomad bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz NOMAD R / Carbon C 2024 is the cheapest bike model and costs 4999$. Santa Cruz NOMAD X0 AXS RSV / Carbon CC 2024 is the most expensive one and costs 9399$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 38.9% more expensive than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14 kg (30.86 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
considerably heavier than average, NOMAD R / Carbon C has a weight of 15.57 kg (34.33 lbs). In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 11.21% less than NOMAD R / Carbon C.
NOMAD R / Carbon C components
Fork
The RockShox ZEB is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 170mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select rear shock model, which has a travel of 170mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
The wheels on NOMAD R / Carbon C 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, 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 NOMAD R / Carbon C has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. 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 155 cm – 201 cm (5.09 ft – 6.59 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz NOMAD R / Carbon C 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!