Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower 3 C S Complete Mountain Bike 2024
sku# 245422
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Product Info
MTB fans know the name: the Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower 3 C S Complete Mountain Bike has legions of fans. And with good reason. This latest Hightower builds on all the years of research Santa Cruz has put in making versatile, fast, and fun bikes. This Hightower is all those and then some, with an excellent parts build on the proven VPP™ suspension platform. That means efficient pedaling, responsive handling, and high-speed comfort: this Hightower really is the XC racer's DH bike, able to do it all, and do it very well. Show up with this to any trail ride knowing you're on the perfect bike.
Product Details
Key Features
Carbon C Frame – A minimal weight gain of approximately 250 - 280 grams (0.6 lbs) for the C frame over the CC due to the different grade of carbon used. Whether you're riding a carbon CC or C frame, you get exactly the same legendary strength and stiffness because Santa Cruz uses exactly the same manufacturing facility and techniques.
Travel – 150mm Front / 145mm Rear
Wheel Size – 29"
Lower-Link Mounted VPP® Suspension – VPP is based on the patented principle of having two short links rotating in opposite directions. This system provides huge design flexibility, allowing Santa Cruz to manipulate shock rates to the intended purpose and character of each model; from short travel endurance bikes to World Championship winning DH machines. This redesign mounts the shock lower on the bike, making for an even better ride quality.
The Glovebox™ – Seal whatever you want to carry on your ride inside your downtube. Secure and easy to access, the Glovebox™ has a Tool Wallet and Tube Purse inside, to help organize your stuff too. Simply cavernous!
Integrated Flip Chip for High / Low Geometry Setting
Internal Brake & Dropper Cable Routing
Specs
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Biking Type:
Mountain
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Biking Type
Mountain Mountain bikes are built for tackling rough terrain with frames made of durable materials like aluminum or carbon fiber, ensuring stability and maneuverability. They feature suspension to absorb impacts from rocks, roots, and drops, providing a smoother ride. -
Used For:
Trail, Enduro
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Used For
Trail Trail bikes are the quintessential “mountain bikes.” If you’re heading into the woods expecting to do it all on two wheels – climbing, technical sections, AND fun descents – you’re looking for a trail bike. Enduro If you’re looking for maximum performance while flying down heavier trails, an enduro bike is for you. These bikes combine ample suspension travel (typically 150mm+) with descent-focused frame geometry and components that allow for reasonably efficient pedaling. -
Suspension:
Full Suspension
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Suspension
Full Suspension Engineered to tackle the most challenging terrain with enhanced comfort and control. Unlike hardtail bikes, full suspension bikes feature both front and rear suspension systems that allow the wheels to move independently from the frame. - Gearing: 1 x 12
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Frame Material:
Carbon
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Frame Material
Carbon Carbon is a composite frame material. Unlike metals, carbon is composed of fibrous strands woven into a grid and bonded with epoxy. Carbon is favored by many for its lightness and stiffness but its complexity in fabrication makes it the most expensive option. - Water Bottle Mounts: 1
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Fork:
Fox 36 Performance
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Fork
Fox 36 Performance The Fox 36 is the undisputed all-mountain champion. Lighter, stronger, faster — the 36 continues to dominate the all-mountain category.
Performance Series forks retain the same black anodized 7000 series aluminum upper tubes as Performance Elite, except paired with a GRIP damper. Push-button bleeders are not included but can be purchased separately. - Stanchion Diameter (mm): 36
- Fork Travel (mm): 150
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Rear Shock:
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
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Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Dreaming of steep climbs, views from the top, and charging bold, technical descents? The mountains are calling and Super Deluxe Select+ is the answer. Loaded with podium-proven technology designed to elevate the hardest-hitting all-mountain bikes to new heights. From the all-new DebonAir+ air spring with tunable positive and negative air chambers to the optional Hydraulic Bottom Out to cushion the blow on heavy impact hits, the only tough decision is which trail to hit today.
Shock Adjustments - Separate and Independent Open / Threshold Positions, Air Spring Pressure, External Rebound
- Rear Travel (mm): 145
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Shifters:
SRAM GX Eagle
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Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle With intuitive thumb actuated triggers, the GX Eagle shifter's positive feel gives the rider input to make shifts crisp and discernible every time. Its legendary reliability continues for all-day epics and all-time experiences, with an aluminum trigger ready for inevitable punishment and MatchMaker X compatibility. -
Rear Derailleur:
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed
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Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed The GX Eagle derailleur gets it done with an updated cage architecture that improves chain management. Refined to work with the new 10-52t cassettes, it’s also backwards compatible for the 10-50t versions. -
Crankset:
SRAM GX Eagle, 32t
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Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle, 32t Some riders test their limits more than others. For these riders, the GX Eagle crankset allows them to go all in, every day they ride. The best aluminum crankset we make, engineered to deliver consistent performance every ride. Featuring our X-SYNC 2 tooth profile chainring for complete chain control. Each tooth's thickness is toleranced and controlled to work seamlessly with the chain's inner and outer links. Simply put, the forged aluminum GX Eagle crankset is the no frills choice of riders who know.
FEATURES- SRAM's best aluminum crankset.
- Direct mount interface compatible with chainrings across the entire Eagle Ecosystem.
- Signature GX colorway as part of Eagle Colorsystem – pairs with all cassettes and chains, from Black to Gold to Rainbow to HardChrome and all-new Copper.
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Cassette:
SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t
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Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t The new GX Eagle cassette is for riders who prioritize all day function over anything else. With an expanded, 520-percent gear range giving riders more ability to spin and recover on the burliest climbs. Featuring FULL PIN technology that uses lightweight, precision engineered steel cogs permanently connected with high-strength stainless steel pins. An open design similar to our X-DOME cassette that aids in mud clearance, giving riders crisp shifting performance and longer component life. -
Chain:
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed
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Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed The GX Eagle chain is designed with SRAM's Eagle geometry, the GX Eagle chain features solid pin construction, Eagle PowerLock and smooth, efficient shifting that you can count on every time out.
FEATURES- All-new Eagle PowerLock chain connector with FLOW LINK technology provides better chain-guiding and increased longevity.
- Unique features and design also provide significantly improved wear resistance on Eagle cassettes and rings.
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded
- Pedals: Not Included
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Brake Levers:
SRAM Code R
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Brake Levers
SRAM Code R For superior braking power, SRAM built Code R with a DirectLink lever mated to an oversized four-piston caliper. Finger ergonomics adapt with a tool-free reach adjust - offering a perfect balance of all forces: reliable, practical and - naturally - powerful. - Brake Calipers: SRAM Code R
- Rotors: Avid Centerline 180mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 Integrated
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3n | 42mm
- Saddle: WTB Silverado CroMo
- Seatpost: Rockshox Reverb Dropper or OneUp V2 Dropper
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Wheelset:
Race Face AR Offset 30
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Wheelset
Race Face AR Offset 30 Tough hubs connected to light and burly aluminum rims--this is a trail-ripping setup that's ready to absorb all the trail action you see. With great feel and even better durability, these wheels won't disappoint. - Hubs: DT Swiss 370
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Front Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
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Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.- 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
- EXO: A cut and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls.
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Rear Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO
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Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.- 3C MaxxTerra: A triple compound ideal for trail riding in all conditions - offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than 3C MaxxGrip.
- EXO: A cut and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls.
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Frame)
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
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| Rider Height | 5'1" - 5'5" | 5'5" - 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'1" | 6'1" - 6'4" | 6'4" - 6'7" |
| Reach (mm) | 427 | 452 | 472 | 492 | 517 |
| Stack (mm) | 613 | 627 | 636 | 654 | 668 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 571 | 599 | 626 | 647 | 674 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 76.7 | 76.7 | 76.4 | 76.6 | 76.7 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 432 | 435 | 438 | 441 | 444 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 339 | 339 | 339 | 339 | 339 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 100 | 115 | 125 | 145 | 160 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1183 | 1218 | 1245 | 1276 | 1311 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 701 | 703 | 706 | 709 | 714 |
| Complete Weight (lbs) | 31.61 | ||||
| Complete Weight (kg) | 14.34 | ||||
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |