Wide Open, Dawn To Dusk
The Highball is our flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility.
More capable than a pure endurance bike, more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. We fine-tuned the carbon layup process and the low-angle, bridgeless seatstays join the seat tube below the top tube junction in order to curb trail chatter.
Built around a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package combines to take the “hard” out of hardtail riding. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far.
Frame
Carbon CC 29" Hardtail
Fork
RockShox Sid SL Ultimate, 100mm, w/Remote
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
Shifter
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
Cassette
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29”x2.35”, EXO
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29”x2.35”, EXO
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 24h
Front Rim
Reserve 28|XC 29”
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 24h
Rear Rim
Reserve 28|XC 29”
Front Rotor
SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm
Rear Rotor
SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm
Brakes
SRAM Level Silver Stealth 2-Piston
Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 34t
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Carbon Flat Bar, 31.8x760, 7mm Rise
Stem
SRAM Atmos 7k, 60mm
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb AXS XPLR, 27.2, 75mm
Grips/Bar Tape
SRAM Twistloc
* Specifications are subject to change without notice
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reach | 415 | 440 | 460 | 490 |
| B | Stack | 596 | 605 | 614 | 633 |
| C | Head Tube Angle | 67° | 67° | 67° | 67° |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 405 | 430 | 470 | 530 |
| E | Front Center | 693 | 719 | 743 | 781 |
| F | BB Height | 313 | 313 | 313 | 313 |
| G | BB Drop | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| H | Wheelbase | 1119 | 1145 | 1169 | 1207 |
| I | Rear Center | 426 | 426 | 426 | 426 |
| J | Head Tube Length | 95 | 105 | 115 | 135 |
| K | Top Tube Length | 595 | 619 | 642 | 677 |
| L | Seat Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| M | Standover Height | 707 | 704 | 739 | 755 |
| Size | Height |
|---|---|
| S | 155 - 165cm |
| M | 165 - 178cm |
| L | 175 - 185cm |
| XL | 185 - 198cm |
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.
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Wide Open, Dawn To Dusk
The Highball is our flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility.
More capable than a pure endurance bike, more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. We fine-tuned the carbon layup process and the low-angle, bridgeless seatstays join the seat tube below the top tube junction in order to curb trail chatter.
Built around a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package combines to take the “hard” out of hardtail riding. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far.
Frame
Carbon CC 29" Hardtail
Fork
RockShox Sid SL Ultimate, 100mm, w/Remote
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
Shifter
SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
Cassette
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29”x2.35”, EXO
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29”x2.35”, EXO
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 24h
Front Rim
Reserve 28|XC 29”
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 24h
Rear Rim
Reserve 28|XC 29”
Front Rotor
SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm
Rear Rotor
SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm
Brakes
SRAM Level Silver Stealth 2-Piston
Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 34t
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Carbon Flat Bar, 31.8x760, 7mm Rise
Stem
SRAM Atmos 7k, 60mm
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium, Ti
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb AXS XPLR, 27.2, 75mm
Grips/Bar Tape
SRAM Twistloc
* Specifications are subject to change without notice
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reach | 415 | 440 | 460 | 490 |
| B | Stack | 596 | 605 | 614 | 633 |
| C | Head Tube Angle | 67° | 67° | 67° | 67° |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 405 | 430 | 470 | 530 |
| E | Front Center | 693 | 719 | 743 | 781 |
| F | BB Height | 313 | 313 | 313 | 313 |
| G | BB Drop | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| H | Wheelbase | 1119 | 1145 | 1169 | 1207 |
| I | Rear Center | 426 | 426 | 426 | 426 |
| J | Head Tube Length | 95 | 105 | 115 | 135 |
| K | Top Tube Length | 595 | 619 | 642 | 677 |
| L | Seat Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| M | Standover Height | 707 | 704 | 739 | 755 |
| Size | Height |
|---|---|
| S | 155 - 165cm |
| M | 165 - 178cm |
| L | 175 - 185cm |
| XL | 185 - 198cm |
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.
