Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 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 Factory Float 34
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Groupset XTR, e*thirteen TRS Race
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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 XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Float Factory 130
Rear Shock
FOX Float Factory DPS Kashima
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR M9100 SGS, 11/12spd
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR M9100 SL, 12spd, I-Spec
Cassette
Shimano XTR, 12spd, 10-51
Crank
E13 TRSr, 32T, Boost, 170mm (XS-S), 175mm (M-XXL)
Chain
Shimano XTR, 12spd, w/Quick Link
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 240, 15x110, Centerlock, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 240, 12x148, Micro Spline, 28h
Rims
Santa Cruz Reserve 27 Carbon Rim - 28h
Spokes
DT Competition Race (28)
Tires
Maxxis Minion 29x2.3 DHF 3c EXO TR
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR M9100
Disk Rotors
Shimano XTR Ice. Tech Rotors, Centerlock, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Easton Haven 55mm
Handlebar
SCB AM Flat Bar Carbon 31.8x780
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 110 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Team Saddle
Seatpost
Rockshox Reverb Stealth, Discrete Lever, 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 XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 is a Santacruz Tallboy model. Santa Cruz launched 64 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Tallboy bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Tallboy D / Aluminum / 29 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2699$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 2019, is the most expensive and costs 9499$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 price was 9499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 price is 398.64% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Factory Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 120mm. 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
The Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 has a rear shock with a travel of 110mm. The model FOX Float Factory DPS Kashima 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. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
The wheels on Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 are the 29″ carbon type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz Tallboy XTR Reserve / Carbon CC / 29 includes 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!
