Santa Cruz Hightower GX AXS

By Santa Cruz
$6,999.00
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The Santa Cruz Hightower GX AXS is built to conquer any trail with ease and precision. Featuring a Carbon C frame and 160mm/150mm VPP™ suspension, this versatile mountain bike handles everything from rough alpine descents to local, techy trail rides. With SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type wireless shifting, Fox 36 Float Performance Elite suspension, and a choice of carbon or alloy wheels, the Hightower GX AXS offers premium performance, durability, and control across any terrain.


Standout Features

  • Carbon C Frame for lightweight durability
  • SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type 12-speed drivetrain
  • VPP™ Suspension with Flip Chip for tailored handling
  • Integrated Glovebox for extra storage
  • Fox 36 Float Performance Elite Fork for smooth, responsive travel
  • Reserve 30|SL AL 6069 or RaceFace ARC 30 Wheels
  • Maxxis Minion DHF and DHR II tires for optimal grip and control
Frame
  • Material: Carbon C
  • Travel: Front 160mm / Rear 150mm

Suspension

  • Fork: Fox 36 Float Performance Elite, Grip X2, 160mm
  • Shock: FOX Float X Performance Elite, 230x57.5

Drivetrain

  • Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
  • Cassette: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
  • Chain: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
  • Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle DUB T-Type, 32t
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
  • Right Shifter: SRAM AXS Pod Bridge

Brakes

  • Front Brake: SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth
  • Front Rotor: SRAM HS2 180mm
  • Rear Rotor: SRAM HS2 180mm

Cockpit

  • Dropper Length: S - 120mm, M - 150mm, L - 180mm, XL - 210mm, XXL - 210mm
  • Grips / Bar Tape: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
  • Handlebars: Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
  • Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
  • Saddle: SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy Atmos
  • Seatpost: OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
  • Stem: OneUp Stem, 42mm or Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm

Wheels & Tires

  • Front Rim: Reserve 30|SL AL 6069 or RaceFace ARC 30
  • 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|SL AL 6069 or RaceFace ARC 30
  • 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 model is a non-electric bike with AXS referring to the wireless shifting system.

Specifications

Item Details
Wheel Size 29"
Front Travel 160mm
Rear Travel 150mm
Weight 32.48 lbs / 14.73 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