Santa Cruz Hightower 4 C S Complete Mountain Bike 2025
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When it comes to mountain biking, you can ignore the "less is more" philosophy. More is always more, and the Santa Cruz Hightower 4 C S Complete Mountain Bike doesn't disappoint, featuring more travel, more attitude, and more capability than ever. Santa Cruz has slackened head tube angles to 64°, increased travel to 160mm front / 150mm rear, and carefully reconfigured the VPP suspension for a smoother, more efficient ride. It all adds up to a rootin' tootin' good time, delivering serious downhill confidence without compromising overall versatility. This build features Fox suspension and the ever reliable SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain.
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 – 160mm Front / 150mm 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!
Proportional Chainstay Lengths – With rear ends that match the size range, this bike's geo and ride quality is the same for all riders.
Integrated Flip Chip for High / Low Geometry Setting
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.
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Used For:
Trail
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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.
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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.
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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.
- Gearing: 1 x 12
- Water Bottle Mounts: 1
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Fork:
Fox 36 Performance GRIP
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Fork
Fox 36 Performance GRIP 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): 160
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Rear Shock:
Fox Float X Performance
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Rear Shock
Fox Float X Performance From aggressive trail to enduro, the advanced damping, fade free performance and class-leading durability of Float X makes it the versatile and lightweight choice for All-Mountain riders earning their descents.
Shock Adjustments - Air Spring Pressure / 2-Position Open/Firm Lever / Rebound - Rear Travel (mm): 150
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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 DUB, 32t
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Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle DUB, 32t Some riders test their limits more than others. For these riders, the GX Eagle DUB 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. DUB technology’s spindle design and bottom bracket provides a uniform approach to fitment, better sealing and forward and backward compatibility. Simply put, the forged aluminum GX Eagle DUB 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 DB8
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Brake Levers
SRAM DB8 DB8 is SRAM's simple, robust, and powerful brake for riders who prefer to set and forget. The low maintenance Mineral Oil system uses proven lever technologies and features easy adjustment access and superior ergonomic comfort. Code-like power is no surprise, as DB8 utilizes similar caliper architecture and existing brake pads. - Brake Calipers: SRAM DB8
- Rotors: SRAM HS2 200mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
- Stem: OneUp Stem or Burgtec Enduro MK3 | 42mm
- Saddle: SDG Bel-Air V3
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Seatpost:
OneUp Dropper
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Seatpost
OneUp Dropper Known for its no-nonsense smooth cable actuation, short overall length, and easy serviceability, the OneUp Dropper is a solid choice for dependable and customizable performance. - Hubs: DT Swis 370
- Rims: Reserve 30|TR AL -or- Raceface AR30
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Front Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, WT
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Front Tire
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, WT With a tread design that deftly balances rolling speed with braking and cornering traction, it’s no wonder why the Minion DHF is one of the most imitated tires in mountain biking.- 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
- EXO: A cut and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls.
- Wide Trail (WT): Optimizes the tire's tread layout and profile for today's modern, wider rims.
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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+: Durable 60 TPI casing, legendary EXO puncture protection in the sidewalls, and a small butyl insert around the bead to protect from pinch flats and help prevent rim damage.
- 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) | 432 | 458 | 478 | 498 | 528 |
| Stack (mm) | 625 | 634 | 643 | 661 | 670 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 573 | 596 | 615 | 638 | 664 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 63.9 | 63.9 | 63.9 | 63.9 | 63.9 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 77.3 | 77.6 | 77.9 | 78 | 78.1 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 435 | 437 | 440 | 443 | 446 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 341 | 341 | 341 | 341 | 341 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 110 | 120 | 130 | 150 | 160 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1206 | 1238 | 1265 | 1297 | 1329 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 714 | 719 | 722 | 723 | 727 |
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |