2026 Santa Cruz Blur C 70
Carbon C + 120/115mm Superlight + SRAM Eagle T-Type
Shipped Fully Built
We ship bikes fully assembled in a very large bike box, so there’s very little setup required when it arrives. Bikes are set up in store by our expert mechanics prior to packaging for shipping.
How to Set Up Your Bike
Carefully open the box and remove the packaging. Install the front wheel and straighten the handlebar. You'll also need pedals unless you bought pedals with your bike. The suspension (if there is one) will be pre-tuned to your weight. You should be able to ride within a few minutes of opening the box.
Customize This Bike
Is there anything you want to change on this bike? We can customize the bike for you before shipping it out, just get in touch. That includes anything from basic changes like swapping out the handlebars or saddle, to complex makeovers like a drivetrain swap.
Not sure exactly what you need, or if it's worth it or even a good idea? Contact us and see what we think, we'll help you figure it out. We have deep experience working with and riding all the brands we sell, and we are here to help.
Customized bikes are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
2026 Santa Cruz Blur C 70
Key Features
- Wheel Size: 29"
- Front Travel: 120mm
- Rear Travel: 115mm
- Frame Material: Carbon
Specs
- Carbon C 29-inch frame with 115mm Superlight suspension
- RockShox SID Base 120mm fork with 3-position lever
- FOX Rhythm 190x45 rear shock
- SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type 12-speed rear derailleur
- SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type 12-speed shifter
- SRAM XS-1270 Eagle T-Type 10-52t cassette
- SRAM 70 Eagle DUB T-Type 34t crankset
- SRAM DB8 hydraulic disc brakes
- SRAM Centerline 180mm front and rear rotors
- RaceFace AR Offset 27 29-inch rims
- SRAM MTH 716 front and MTH 746 rear hubs
- Maxxis Rekon 29x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO tires
- SDG Tellis 31.6 dropper post
- RaceFace Ride 35x760mm handlebar and 60mm stem
- OneUp chainguide
Learn More About the 2026 Santa Cruz Blur C 70
The 2026 Santa Cruz Blur C 70 is built for riders who want cross-country speed without giving up the control and confidence needed for technical trail riding. Santa Cruz starts with its lightweight Carbon C Blur chassis and the highly efficient Superlight suspension platform, then gives this Trail configuration 115mm of rear travel and a 120mm fork. The result is a fast 29er that rewards hard pedaling, carries speed across rolling terrain, and still has enough suspension to stay composed when the trail gets rough. Whether the goal is long desert mileage, fast after-work loops, endurance events, or simply making every climb and descent feel quicker, the Blur C 70 delivers a focused, energetic ride.
The Carbon C frame combines low weight with the durability Santa Cruz is known for. Its Superlight suspension system is designed around efficiency and traction, helping the rear wheel stay connected while minimizing unnecessary movement under power. With 115mm of rear travel from the FOX Rhythm shock and 120mm up front from the RockShox SID Base fork, this build sits in the sweet spot between pure XC race machinery and a more forgiving short-travel trail bike. The SID includes a three-position lever, giving riders useful control over the fork's behavior as terrain and effort change throughout a ride.
SRAM's mechanical Eagle Transmission components give the Blur C 70 a modern, durable 12-speed drivetrain. A SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type rear derailleur works with the SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type shifter, while the wide-range XS-1270 10-52t cassette provides climbing gears for steep pitches and enough top end for fast sections. The SRAM 70 Eagle DUB T-Type crankset uses a 34-tooth chainring, and the Flattop chain completes a drivetrain built for positive shifting under real trail loads. Because this is a mechanical setup, riders get the robust architecture of SRAM Transmission without batteries or wireless controls.
SRAM DB8 hydraulic disc brakes and 180mm Centerline rotors front and rear provide dependable speed control. The wheelset uses RaceFace AR Offset 27 29-inch rims with SRAM MTH 716 and MTH 746 hubs, creating a practical combination for everyday riding and high-mileage use. Maxxis Rekon 29x2.4 WT tires with 3C MaxxTerra compound and EXO casing add versatile traction while preserving the quick rolling character that makes the Blur so much fun to accelerate.
The cockpit and contact points are similarly straightforward and trail-ready. A RaceFace Ride 60mm stem and 760mm handlebar give the bike precise steering, while ESI Chunky grips add comfort for long days in the saddle. The SDG Bel-Air V3 saddle is paired with an SDG Tellis dropper post, allowing the rider to quickly create more room to move on descents and technical sections. A Cane Creek 10 integrated headset, threaded SRAM DUB bottom bracket, and OneUp chainguide round out a build designed to be easy to ride hard and easy to live with.
For riders who value efficiency but do not want a fragile or overly specialized race bike, the 2026 Blur C 70 makes a compelling case. It is light, responsive, fast on climbs, and much more capable on demanding singletrack than its travel numbers might suggest. With 29-inch wheels, proven suspension, wide-range gearing, a dropper post, and Santa Cruz's carbon engineering, it is ready to turn big-mile rides into faster, more exciting days on the trail.
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*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.
- While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the above information, it is entered by real live humans and humans make mistakes. The majority of the bikes on our website are specced exactly as they come from the manufacturers. Any upgrades or customizations will be listed separately. Please confirm with Airpark Bike Co if there are any questions about the included specification for the bike you are looking at.
- 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.
- Weights, where provided, are based on manufacturer estimates for the model and are not a guarantee. The actual delivered weight may vary between build kits or spec levels of the same product, as well as between sizes. It may also vary due to upgraded components, variation in amounts of lubricants and sealants, and other factors.
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