Santa Cruz

Hightower 4

More Travel, More Brawn, Higher Power

Why the Santa Cruz Hightower 4?

The Hightower 4 is the latest iteration of Santa Cruz's versatile trail bike, designed to tackle a wide range of terrains with enhanced capability. It features a 150mm rear and 160mm front suspension, offering more travel and improved performance compared to previous models. The Hightower's suspension layout has been reconfigured with a focus on reducing anti-squat, which provides a smoother and more efficient ride. Built with either CC or C carbon frames, it supports 29-inch wheels and comes in sizes from SM to XXL, catering to a wide range of riders. The design also includes modern amenities like internal cable routing and a “Glovebox” for secure storage of essentials.

The Hightower 4 is designed for riders seeking a do-it-all bike. With a slacker 64-degree head tube angle and a more robust suspension system, it provides confidence on descents while remaining nimble on climbs. Riders can choose between multiple kits, including SRAM AXS wireless drivetrains and various high-performance components. Its versatility, great reviews, and robust warranty make it ideal for those who want a reliable and capable mountain bike for diverse uses, from local trails to enduro racing.

  1. Front Travel: 160mm
  2. Rear Travel: 150mm
  3. Wheel size: 29"

Kit Explainer

R - Base model with same tires and big rotors as all Hightowers. Quality RockShox Lyrik fork and Fox Float Rhythm rear shock suspension, just without all the external tuning dials.

S - The workhorse. Upgraded hubs, headset, and dropper post. Upgraded suspension with more adjustment, SRAM Eagle cable-operated drivetrain and four-piston SRAM brakes.

GX AXS - The high-performance all-rounder. Full SRAM GX Eagle electronic Transmission, SRAM Maven brakes, and Fox Elite suspension

X0 AXS - For the factory Jackson. The lightest CC carbon frame, full SRAM X0 electronic Transmission, Fox 36 Factory suspension and SRAM Maven brakes

X0 AXS RSV - Everything, plus legendary carbon Reserve wheels.

XX AXS RSV - Absolutely everything. Top spec SRAM XX Transmission, Maven Ultimate brakes and legendary carbon Reserve wheels.

Technical Details

Trails today are faster and more demanding on your bike, so for the Hightower 4 Santa Cruz decided to give the bike a bump in travel. Now the Hightower features 160mm of front travel, and 150mm of rear travel.

  • More Travel
  • The Glovebox
  • Refined VPP Suspension
  • Adjustable Geometry

Geometry

S M L XL XXL
hi | lo hi | lo hi | lo hi | lo hi | lo
A Reach 435 | 432 460 | 458 480 | 478 500 | 498 525 | 523
B Stack 623 | 634 641 | 643 634 | 636 659 | 661 668 | 670
C Head Tube Angle 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9°
D Seat Tube Length 380 405 430 460 500
E Front Center 742 | 771 801 | 801 825 | 825 854 | 854 883 | 883
F Bottom Bracket Height 344 | 341 344 | 341 344 | 341 344 | 341 344 | 341
G Bottom Bracket Drop 29 | 32 29 | 32 29 | 32 29 | 32 29 | 32
H Wheelbase 1176 | 1206 1237 | 1238 1265 | 1265 1296 | 1297 1329 | 1329
I Rear Center 434 | 435 436 | 437 439 | 440 442 | 443 445 | 446
J Head Tube Length 110 120 130 150 160
K Top Tube Length 572 | 573 596 | 596 614 | 615 637 | 638 663 | 664
L Seat Tube Angle 77.6° | 77.3° 77.9° | 77.6° 78.2° | 77.9° 78.3° | 78.0° 78.4° | 78.1°
M Standover Height 722 | 714 723 | 719 726 | 722 727 | 723 731 | 727

*All measurements in degrees or millimetres

Frame Sizing

The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.

We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.

Size Height
Imperial Metric
S 5'1"-5'5" 155 - 165cm
M 5'5"-5'9" 165 - 175cm
L 5'9-6'1" 175 - 185cm
XL 6'1"-6'4" 185 - 193cm
XXL 6'4" - 6'7" 193 - 201cm