The Santa Cruz Hightower S blends big-wheel confidence with lightweight Carbon C construction for a truly versatile trail experience. With 150mm of rear travel and a 160mm FOX 36 Float fork, this bike is built to rip through everything from flowing singletrack to chunky descents. Driven by a dependable SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain and stopping with powerful SRAM DB8 Stealth brakes, this bike delivers high-end performance without the fussy extras. Combined with Reserve Fillmore valves, Maxxis Minion tires, and OneUp components, it’s ready for wherever your trail leads.
Standout Features
- Carbon C Frame for durability and lightweight handling
- FOX 36 Float Performance Fork with 160mm travel
- FOX Float X Performance Shock with 150mm rear travel
- SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed Drivetrain for crisp shifting
- SRAM DB8 Stealth Brakes with HS2 200mm rotors
- OneUp Dropper Post with adjustable length by size
- Reserve 30|TR AL or Raceface AR30 Wheels for strength and reliability
- Maxxis Minion DHF/DHR II Tires for exceptional grip
- Integrated VPP™ Suspension system for balanced control
- Glovebox frame storage and Reserve Fillmore Valves included
Frame
- Material: Carbon C
- Travel: Front 160mm / Rear 150mm
- Weight: 33.55 lbs / 15.21 kg
Suspension
- Fork: FOX 36 Float Performance, Grip, 160mm
- Shock: FOX Float X Performance, 230x57.5
Drivetrain
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
- Cassette: SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
- Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
- Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 32t
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
- Right Shifter: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes
- Brakes: SRAM DB8 Stealth
- Front Rotor: SRAM HS2 200mm
- Rear Rotor: SRAM HS2 200mm
Cockpit
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Dropper Length:
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Small: 120mm
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Medium: 150mm
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Large: 180mm
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XL/XXL: 210mm
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Grips: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
- Handlebars: OneUp Aluminum Bar, 35mm Rise, 800mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
- Saddle: SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy
- Seatpost: OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
- Stem: OneUp Stem, 42mm -or- Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim: Reserve 30|TR AL -or- Raceface AR30
- Front Hub: DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 28h
- Front Tire: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
- Rear Rim: Reserve 30|TR AL -or- Raceface AR30
- Rear Hub: DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h
- Rear Tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
- Valves: Reserve Fillmore Valves
E-Bike System
Note: This is a pedal-powered mountain bike (not an e-bike), equipped with the SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 29" |
| Front Travel | 160mm |
| Rear Travel | 150mm |
| Weight | 33.55 lbs / 15.21 kg |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Rear Brake Mount | 180mm PM |
| Shock Length | 230mm |
| Fork Offset | 44mm |
| Front Derailleur Mount | No compatibility |
| Headset | Integrated (IS41/52) |
| Max Chainring Size | 36t |
| Max Rotor Size | 223mm |
| Max Tire Clearance | 2.5" |
| Recommended Sag | 30% (17.25mm) |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | 36.4mm |
| Seat Post Diameter | 31.6mm |
| Shock Bushing Size | Front: 40x10 (standard bushing), Rear: 30x8 (roller bearing) |
| Shock Stroke | 57.5mm |
| Suspension System | VPP™ |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
Size Guide
| Size | Rider Height | Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 5'1" – 5'5" (155–165 cm) | 435 mm |
| Medium | 5'5" – 5'9" (165–175 cm) | 460 mm |
| Large | 5'9" – 6'1" (175–185 cm) | 480 mm |
| X-Large | 6'0" – 6'4" (183–193 cm) | 500 mm |
| XX-Large | 6'4" – 6'7" (193–200 cm) | 525 mm |