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.
Fork
RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm w/Remote
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 34t
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Front Derailleur
SRAM OneLoc
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Brakes
SRAM Level TL
Brake Rotors
Avid Centerline 160mm
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Bars
SRAM Atmos Flat Bar, 31.8x760
Stem
SRAM Atmos 6k Stem, 70mm
Grips
ESI Chunky Grips
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6 bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29" Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR
Tubes
Reserve Tubeless Sealant
Seat Post
SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
* 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.
Fork
RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm w/Remote
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 34t
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Front Derailleur
SRAM OneLoc
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Brakes
SRAM Level TL
Brake Rotors
Avid Centerline 160mm
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Bars
SRAM Atmos Flat Bar, 31.8x760
Stem
SRAM Atmos 6k Stem, 70mm
Grips
ESI Chunky Grips
Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6 bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29" Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR
Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR
Tubes
Reserve Tubeless Sealant
Seat Post
SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
* 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.
