Santa Cruz TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
9,499$
Weight | 13.32 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Pike Select+
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Groupset GX Eagle AXS -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS High
142cm - 156cm
XS Low
142cm - 156cm
SM High
154cm - 166cm
SM Low
154cm - 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
TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike Select+, 130mm
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance Elite DPS 190x45
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
GX AXS Controller
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: i9 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 28h, Rear: i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rear Hub
Front: i9 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 28h, Rear: i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
Front: Reserve 30|SL 29", 28h, Rear: Reserve 30|SL 29", 28h
Tires
Front: Maxxis Dissector 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Rekon 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 RS
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS High | XS Low | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low | XXL High | XXL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.26 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm | 335 mm | 332 mm |
| Front Center | 708 mm | 708 mm | 737 mm | 737 mm | 766 mm | 766 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm | 847 mm | 847 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 119 mm | 121 mm | 119 mm | 121 mm | 119 mm | 121 mm | 119 mm | 121 mm | 119 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 605 mm | 607 mm | 614 mm | 616 mm | 623 mm | 625 mm | 632 mm | 634 mm | 650 | 652 mm | 660 mm | 662 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 407 mm | 434 mm | 432 mm | 459 mm | 457 mm | 479 mm | 477 mm | 499 mm | 497 mm | 524 mm | 522 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 560 mm | 583 mm | 584 mm | 606 mm | 607 mm | 626 mm | 627 mm | 648 mm | 649 mm | 675 mm | 675 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 75.7 ° | 76.3 ° | 76 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° | 76.8 ° | 76.6 ° | 77 ° | 76.8 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.8 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 370 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.7 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm | 155 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 435 mm | 434 mm | 435 mm | 437 mm | 438 mm | 441 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 444 mm | 447 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1142 mm | 1142 mm | 1171 mm | 1171 mm | 1203 mm | 1203 mm | 1231 mm | 1231 mm | 1261 mm | 1262 mm | 1294 mm | 1295 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 41 mm |
| Standover Height | 684 mm | 680 mm | 697 mm | 695 mm | 700 | 697 mm | 702 mm | 699 mm | 702 mm | 699 mm | 705 mm | 702 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 142 cm | 142 cm | 154 cm | 154 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm | 192 cm | 192 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 156 cm | 156 cm | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm | 194 cm | 201 cm | 201 cm |
About this model
TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C belongs to the Santacruz Tallboy model. There are 64 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz TALLBOY R / Carbon C 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 5299$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz TALLBOY X01 AXS RSV / Carbon CC 2023, is the most expensive and costs 10049$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 9499$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 243.92% higher.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.88 kg (28.4 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.
Santa Cruz TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C it’s weighing 13.32 kg (29.37 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 3.42% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C components
Fork
Santa Cruz TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox Pike Select+ fork, and has 130mm travel. 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 TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C has a rear shock with a travel of 120mm. The model FOX Float Performance Elite DPS 190×45 is the one installed in this bike. 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. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The wheels on TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C are the 29″ carbon type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The TALLBOY GX AXS RSV / Carbon C has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 12 sizes. They vary from 142 cm – 201 cm (4.66 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Santa Cruz model is also equipped with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.