Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 120mm
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Travel Rear 110mm
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Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset NX, Race Face
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL 130
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Long Cage
Shift Levers
SRAM NX
Cassette
SRAM PG1130 11-42T
Crank
Race Face Ride, 30t - 170mm (XS-S), 175mm (M-XL)
Chain
SRAM PC1110
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 Level
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Ride Stem
Handlebar
Race Face Ride
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Comp
Seatpost
Race Face Ride, 31.6 400mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.25 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 684 mm | 713 mm | 733 mm | 763 mm | 799 mm |
| Rake | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 610 mm | 610 mm | 624 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 412 mm | 437 mm | 457 mm | 482 mm | 512 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm | 660 mm | 695 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1123 mm | 1152 mm | 1172 mm | 1202 mm | 1238 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 713 mm | 714 mm | 716 mm | 711 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 is a Santacruz Tallboy model. Santa Cruz launched 64 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2019 has a starting price of 2699$. Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9499$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Santa Cruz released this model in 2019, its price was 2699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 price is 41.68% more expensive than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. 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 110mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2019, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
