The Hightower Carbon C 2025 represents Santa Cruz's mastery of all-terrain mountain biking. Its refined geometry and proven platform deliver exceptional versatility, whether you're tackling technical descents or grinding climbs. A true workhorse that adapts to any trail condition with confidence and control.
The Hightower Carbon C 2025 offers more travel with160mm front and 150mm rear VPP suspension with 29er wheels to deliver composed descents without sacrificing climbing efficiency. Its thoughtfully engineered frame accommodates a water bottle, integrated storage compartment, and clean internal cable routing, purpose-built for extended trail sessions where capability and practicality matter equally.
Positioned in the middle ground, the Hightower Carbon C 2025 offers superior agility compared to the Megatower's extended reach, while commanding greater authority over technical terrain than the Tallboy's nimble character. It's the sweet spot for riders seeking a capable platform that excels across varied trail profiles without compromise.
The C spec carbon frame delivers identical geometry and performance to its CC counterpart, utilising an alternative carbon construction method that optimises value without compromising durability. You'll gain Santa Cruz's industry-leading warranty and lifetime linkage bearing replacement coverage, a reassuring commitment to long-term reliability at a more accessible price point.
SIZING -
- S - 5'2"+
- M - 5'5"+
- L - 5'9"+
- XL - 6'1"+
- XXL - 6'3"+
Specifications
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Discipline Trail/Bikepark
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Material Carbon C
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Front Travel 160mm
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Rear Travel 150mm
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Wheel Size 29"
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Warranty Lifetime (frame)
Fork - RockShox Lyrik Base, 160mm
Shock - FOX Float Rhythm, 230x57.5
Rear Derailleur - SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shifter - SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset - SRAM Descendant Eagle DUB 30t
Cassette - SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Chain - SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes - SRAM DB8 Stealth
Rotors - Avid Centerline 200mm
Handlebars - RaceFace Aeffect R, 780mm
Stem - Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Grips - Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset - FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB or Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated
Seatpost - SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Saddle - Fizik Monte -or- SDG Bel-Air V3, Steel
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Front Hub - SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub - SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims - RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes - Sapim Race
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Discipline Trail/Bikepark
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Material Carbon C
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Front Travel 160mm
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Rear Travel 150mm
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Wheel Size 29"
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Warranty Lifetime (frame)
Fork - FOX 36 Float Performance, 160mm
Shock - FOX Float X Performance, 230x57.5
Rear Derailleur - SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifter - SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset - SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 32t
Cassette - SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Chain - SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes - SRAM DB8 Stealth
Rotors - SRAM HS2 200mm
Handlebars - Burgtec RideWide Alloy Bar, 800mm
Stem - OneUp Stem, 42mm -or- Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm
Grips - Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset - Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seatpost - OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
Saddle - SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Front Hub - DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 28h
Rear Hub - DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 36t, 28h
Rims - RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes - Sapim Race
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Discipline Trail/Bikepark
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Material Carbon C
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Front Travel 160mm
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Rear Travel 150mm
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Wheel Size 29"
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Warranty Lifetime (frame)
Fork - Fox 36 Float Performance Elite, Grip X2, 160mm
Shock - FOX Float X Performance Elite
Rear Derailleur - SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
Shifter - SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
Crankset - SRAM GX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t
Cassette - SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
Chain - SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
Brakes - SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth
Rotors - SRAM HS2 180mm
Handlebars - Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
Stem - OneUp Stem, 42mm -or- Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm
Grips - Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset - Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seatpost - OneUp Dropper Post
Saddle - SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy Atmos
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Front Hub - DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h
Rear Hub - DT Swis 370, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h
Rims - RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes - Sapim Race
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The Hightower Carbon C 2025 represents Santa Cruz's mastery of all-terrain mountain biking. Its refined geometry and proven platform deliver exceptional versatility, whether you're tackling technical descents or grinding climbs. A true workhorse that adapts to any trail condition with confidence and control.
The Hightower Carbon C 2025 offers more travel with160mm front and 150mm rear VPP suspension with 29er wheels to deliver composed descents without sacrificing climbing efficiency. Its thoughtfully engineered frame accommodates a water bottle, integrated storage compartment, and clean internal cable routing, purpose-built for extended trail sessions where capability and practicality matter equally.
Positioned in the middle ground, the Hightower Carbon C 2025 offers superior agility compared to the Megatower's extended reach, while commanding greater authority over technical terrain than the Tallboy's nimble character. It's the sweet spot for riders seeking a capable platform that excels across varied trail profiles without compromise.
The C spec carbon frame delivers identical geometry and performance to its CC counterpart, utilising an alternative carbon construction method that optimises value without compromising durability. You'll gain Santa Cruz's industry-leading warranty and lifetime linkage bearing replacement coverage, a reassuring commitment to long-term reliability at a more accessible price point.
SIZING -
- S - 5'2"+
- M - 5'5"+
- L - 5'9"+
- XL - 6'1"+
- XXL - 6'3"+
Specifications
-
Discipline Trail/Bikepark
-
Material Carbon C
-
Front Travel 160mm
-
Rear Travel 150mm
-
Wheel Size 29"
-
Warranty Lifetime (frame)
Fork - RockShox Lyrik Base, 160mm
Shock - FOX Float Rhythm, 230x57.5
Rear Derailleur - SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shifter - SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset - SRAM Descendant Eagle DUB 30t
Cassette - SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Chain - SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes - SRAM DB8 Stealth
Rotors - Avid Centerline 200mm
Handlebars - RaceFace Aeffect R, 780mm
Stem - Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Grips - Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset - FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB or Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated
Seatpost - SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Saddle - Fizik Monte -or- SDG Bel-Air V3, Steel
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Front Hub - SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
Rear Hub - SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims - RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes - Sapim Race
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Discipline Trail/Bikepark
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Material Carbon C
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Front Travel 160mm
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Rear Travel 150mm
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Wheel Size 29"
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Warranty Lifetime (frame)
Fork - FOX 36 Float Performance, 160mm
Shock - FOX Float X Performance, 230x57.5
Rear Derailleur - SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifter - SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset - SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 32t
Cassette - SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Chain - SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes - SRAM DB8 Stealth
Rotors - SRAM HS2 200mm
Handlebars - Burgtec RideWide Alloy Bar, 800mm
Stem - OneUp Stem, 42mm -or- Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm
Grips - Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset - Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seatpost - OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6
Saddle - SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Front Hub - DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 28h
Rear Hub - DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 36t, 28h
Rims - RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes - Sapim Race
-
Discipline Trail/Bikepark
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Material Carbon C
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Front Travel 160mm
-
Rear Travel 150mm
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Wheel Size 29"
-
Warranty Lifetime (frame)
Fork - Fox 36 Float Performance Elite, Grip X2, 160mm
Shock - FOX Float X Performance Elite
Rear Derailleur - SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd
Shifter - SRAM AXS Pod Bridge
Crankset - SRAM GX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t
Cassette - SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t
Chain - SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd
Brakes - SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth
Rotors - SRAM HS2 180mm
Handlebars - Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
Stem - OneUp Stem, 42mm -or- Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm
Grips - Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset - Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seatpost - OneUp Dropper Post
Saddle - SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy Atmos
Front Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
Front Hub - DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h
Rear Hub - DT Swis 370, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h
Rims - RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes - Sapim Race