Mountain Bikes · Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Megatower C S
£4,406
Lower-priced Megatower keeping the long, stable race geometry. Best for riders wanting a stable enduro platform for less.
Santa Cruz C Carbon Frame, Suspension & Components
| Brand | Santa Cruz |
|---|---|
| Frame material | C Carbon |
| Gears | SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Code R 4-Piston |
| Suspension | Fox 38 Performance 170mm / Fox Float X2 Performance 165mm |
| Wheel size | 29-inch |
| Weight | 15.8 kg |
Where to buy
No current retailer offers for the Santa Cruz Megatower C S. Retailer prices and stock are added as they are verified.
Our Verdict: Rated 4.6/5
Santa Cruz Megatower C S from Santa Cruz is a enduro mountain bike built around a C Carbon frame. Lower-priced Megatower keeping the long, stable race geometry. Key strengths are long wheelbase, VPP suspension and c carbon frame.
Specification summary: Fox 38 Performance 170mm / Fox Float X2 Performance 165mm suspension, 29-inch wheels, SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed, SRAM Code R 4-Piston brakes, weight 15.8 kg, price £4,406. At £4,406 it is about 16 percent below the typical bike price in the database, and at 15.8 kg it is about 7 percent above the typical bike weight in the database. Enduro bikes accept a little extra climbing weight in exchange for slacker geometry, longer travel and sturdier components that stay composed on steep, rough descents.
Carbon frames offer a favourable stiffness-to-weight balance and can be tuned for compliance, though impact damage can be costly to repair. The 29-inch wheels roll over obstacles efficiently and carry momentum on rough ground. The mechanical 12-speed drivetrain offers simple, serviceable shifting with a wide gear range. Four-piston brakes provide stronger, more consistent stopping power for long descents.
Verdict: Santa Cruz Megatower C S scores strongly in this database with a 4.6 rating. It suits riders wanting a stable enduro platform for less. Main caveat: heavier than CC builds.
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