TheSanta Cruz Hightower XX AXS RSVis built for riders who demand trail versatility and premium performance. ItsCarbon CC frame, paired with a balanced160mm front / 150mm rear travel VPP suspension, makes this a modern all-mountain master. Equipped withReserve 30|HD Carbon wheels,Industry Nine Hydra hubs, and a cutting-edgeSRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type drivetrain, the Hightower delivers a lively, agile, and confidence-inspiring ride whether youre conquering alpine trails or hammering your favorite local loops.
Standout Features
- CC Carbon Frame
- Reserve 30|HD Carbon Wheels
- SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type 12-Speed Drivetrain
- VPP Suspension with Flip Chip
- Glovebox Integrated Storage System
- Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset
Frame
- Material:Carbon CC
- Travel:Front 160mm / Rear 150mm
Suspension
- Fork:Fox 36 Float Factory, Grip X2, 160mm
- Shock:FOX Float X Factory, 230×57.5
Drivetrain
- Bottom Bracket:SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
- Cassette:SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
- Chain:SRAM XX SL Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
- Crankset:SRAM XX Eagle DUB T-Type, 32t
- Rear Derailleur:SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
- Right Shifter:SRAM AXS Pod Controller Rocker Paddle
Brakes
- Front Brake:SRAM Maven Ultimate 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:Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset
- Saddle:WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, Stainless
- Seatpost:OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
- Stem:Industry Nine A35, 40mm
Wheels & Tires
- Front Rim:Reserve 30|HD Carbon
- Front Hub:Industry Nine Hydra, 15×110, 6-Bolt, 28h
- Front Tire:Maxxis Minion DHF 29″x2.5″ WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
- Rear Rim:Reserve 30|HD Carbon
- Rear Hub:Industry Nine Hydra, 12×148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h
- Rear Tire:Maxxis Minion DHR II 29″x2.4″, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
- Valves:Reserve Fillmore Valves
Specifications
| Item |
Details |
| Wheel Size |
29″ |
| Front Travel |
160mm |
| Rear Travel |
150mm |
| Weight |
31.7 lbs / 14.38 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: 40×10 (standard bushing), Rear: 30×8 (roller bearing) |
| Shock Stroke |
57.5mm |
| Suspension System |
VPP |
| Water Bottle Mounts |
1 |
Size Guide
| Size |
Rider Height |
Reach |
| Small |
5’1″ 5’5″ (155165 cm) |
435 mm |
| Medium |
5’5″ 5’9″ (165175 cm) |
460 mm |
| Large |
5’9″ 6’1″ (175185 cm) |
480 mm |
| X-Large |
6’0″ 6’4″ (183193 cm) |
500 mm |
| XX-Large |
6’4″ 6’7″ (193200 cm) |
525 mm |
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