Santa Cruz STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC 2024
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Apex XPLR
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC
Suspension Fork
Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex XPLR, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex
Cassette
SRAM XG-1251 XPLR 10-44t
Crank
SRAM Apex DUB Wide, 40t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68mm Road Wide BB
Chain
Rival Apex, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x100, Centerlock, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x142, XDr, Centerlock, 28h
Rims
Front: WTB EZR i23p 700c, Rear: WTB EZR i23p 700c
Tires
Front: Maxxis Rambler, 700x45c, DC, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Rambler, 700x45c, DC, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Zipp Service Course Stem, 70mm
Handlebar
Zipp Service Course 70 XPLR AL Bar
Grips
Velo Bar Tape
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium, CroMo
Seatpost
Zipp Service Course, 27.2
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 278 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm |
| Front Center | 625 mm | 645 mm | 668 mm | 688 mm | 710 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 568 mm | 580 mm | 604 mm | 616 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 409 mm | 424 mm | 439 mm | 454 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 574 mm | 596 mm | 614 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 485 mm | 515 mm | 545 mm | 575 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 120 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1067 mm | 1091 mm | 1112 mm | 1134 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 78 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Standover Height | 732 mm | 757 mm | 782 mm | 808 mm | 834 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC is part of the Santacruz Stigmata model. There are 43 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Stigmata bikes models from 2024, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC 2024 has a starting price of 3999$. Santa Cruz STIGMATA Force-1x AXS RSV / Carbon CC 2024 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7699$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2024 for 3999$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC price is 62.43% more expensive than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.45 kg (18.63 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 9.24 kg (20.37 lbs), Santa Cruz bike is a bit heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 9.35% lower than this one.
STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC components
Fork material
STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC 2024, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz STIGMATA Apex / Carbon CC has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
