2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 C R
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00 $3,849.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
$4,799.00
Free shipping or in-store pickupSpecs
- Wheel Size: 29"
- Front Travel: 130mm
- Rear Travel: 120mm
- Frame Material: Carbon
Key Features
About This Bike
2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 R: Versatility Perfected
The 2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 R is the epitome of trail versatility, designed to dominate both technical climbs and fast descents. With its advanced geometry, premium suspension components, and a reliable drivetrain, the Tallboy 5 R is a game-changer for riders seeking a balanced and agile trail bike. Let’s dive into what makes this bike a standout performer.
Effortless Control with FOX Float Performance Shock
The FOX Float Performance 190x45 shock ensures plush and controlled suspension, providing excellent support on rough trails while maintaining efficient pedaling. With its customizable rebound and compression settings, you can fine-tune the shock for your riding style, whether tackling technical descents or cruising uphill.
Confidence-Inspiring RockShox Pike Base Fork
Equipped with the RockShox Pike Base 130mm fork, the Tallboy 5 R handles roots, rocks, and drops effortlessly. Known for its stiffness and precision, the Pike Base ensures consistent handling and absorbs even the harshest trail impacts, giving you the confidence to push your limits.
Reliable SRAM NX Eagle Drivetrain
The SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain delivers a seamless shifting experience, even under load. The NX Eagle derailleur and shifter work harmoniously with the PG1230 11-50t cassette to provide an expansive gear range, ensuring smooth transitions between steep climbs and fast descents. Paired with the durable SRAM NX Eagle chain, the drivetrain is built for longevity and reliability.
Powerful and Durable Crankset and Bottom Bracket
At the heart of the drivetrain is the SRAM Stylo 148 DUB 32t crankset, engineered for strength and efficiency. The SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB bottom bracket complements the crankset, offering smooth pedaling and exceptional durability for long rides on rugged trails.
Precision Steering with Integrated Headset
The Tallboy 5 R features a choice between the FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB or Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated headset, delivering precise steering control. These components ensure a lightweight and low-profile setup, maintaining the sleek design and sharp handling riders expect from Santa Cruz.
Maxxis Forekaster Tires for All-Terrain Grip
The Maxxis Forekaster 29"x2.4"WT tires are perfect for tackling a variety of trail conditions. With 3C MaxxTerra EXO technology, these tires offer outstanding grip and durability, keeping you in control on loose terrain, wet trails, and rocky descents.
Robust Wheelset for Dependability
Built for rugged terrain, the wheelset features SRAM MTH 716 (15x110) front and MTH 746 (12x148) rear hubs paired with RaceFace AR Offset 30 rims. This setup provides excellent lateral stiffness, durability, and responsiveness, ensuring the bike handles technical sections with ease.
Confidence-Inspiring SRAM G2 R Brakes
The SRAM G2 R brakes deliver reliable stopping power and modulation, allowing precise control during descents or when navigating tricky trail features. These four-piston brakes ensure safety and confidence, no matter the conditions.
Optimized Cockpit for Control and Comfort
The cockpit of the Tallboy 5 R is equipped with a RaceFace Ride handlebar and a Burgtec Enduro MK3 stem (42mm), offering a balance of strength and lightweight performance. This combination provides the leverage and control needed to handle technical sections with confidence and ease.
Ergonomic and Stylish Saddle
The WTB Silverado CroMo saddle combines style and comfort, ensuring you stay comfortable during long rides. Its ergonomic design supports your posture, reducing fatigue on extended trail adventures.
Trail-Ready Dropper Post
The SDG Tellis Dropper Post (31.6) offers smooth and reliable operation, allowing you to quickly adjust saddle height on the fly. With this dropper, transitions between climbs and descents become seamless, enhancing your overall trail experience.
Balanced Geometry for Versatile Performance
The Tallboy 5 R’s updated geometry strikes the perfect balance between stability and agility. With its slack head tube angle and efficient pedaling platform, the bike is equally at home on challenging climbs and fast descents, making it a versatile companion for all-day trail adventures.
Why Choose the 2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 R?
The Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 R stands out as a versatile, trail-dominating machine, combining premium components with a finely tuned frame design. Whether you’re tackling steep climbs, flowing through technical descents, or exploring new trails, this bike is designed to deliver a superior riding experience. For riders seeking reliability, performance, and endless fun, the Tallboy 5 R is an unbeatable choice.
Disclaimers
- Mountain bikes, road bikes, and gravel bikes are fully assembled prior to shipping. Del Sol, E11even, Haro, and Tuesday bikes will ship as received from the original manufacturer in the original manufacturer packaging. All other bikes including kids bikes, cruisers, bmx bikes, etc. may be shipped in the original manufacturers packaging.
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- Bike component specifications including (but not limited to) suspension, drivetrain, brakes, tires, and wheels are subject to change by the manufacturer without notice.
- Any indicated component upgrades included or purchased in conjunction with a bike will be replacements for OEM components on the bike. The bike will ship with the upgraded components installed, but will not include the OEM components. Credit for the OEM components are factored into the pricing for upgrades.