Santa Cruz Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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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 Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Float Performance 130
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance DPS
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle 10-50T
Crank
SRAM Stylo 7k 148 DUB, 32t - 170mm (XS-S), 175mm (M-XL)
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle 12 SPD
Wheels
Front Hub
DT 370 15x110 32H (28H w/Reserve upgrade)
Rear Hub
DT 370 12x148 32H (28H w/Reserve upgrade)
Rims
Race Face AR Offset 27 29" Rims
Spokes
DT Competition (32)
Tires
Maxxis Minion 29x2.3 DHF 3c EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TL
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect R 50mm
Handlebar
Race Face Ride
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Pro
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6
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" |
About this model
Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 belongs to the 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
Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2699$. Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2019 on the other hand costs 9499$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4799$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 price is 151.92% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
Santa Cruz Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 2019 bike is equipped with the Fox Performance Float 34 fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
Santa Cruz Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 bike has the FOX Float Performance DPS model installed, and has a travel of 110mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 2019 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Tallboy S / Carbon C / 29 comes with 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.
