Santa Cruz Bicycles Tallboy Carbon C S Mountain Bike

Trail-taming speed and precision meet in the Tallboy Carbon C S, a fast and playful short-travel ripper

What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:

"The Tallboy Carbon C S is my favorite all-rounder. It climbs efficiently, handles technical trails with confidence, and still feels fast and playful on descents. With 120mm of VPP rear suspension and a FOX 34 fork up front, this bike thrives on everything from quick singletrack laps to all-day backcountry rides."

Blurring the line between an aggressive XC machine and a full-blown trail bike, the Tallboy Carbon C S delivers speed, precision, and confidence over any terrain. Santa Cruz´s refined VPP suspension system maximizes pedaling efficiency while soaking up big hits, making this short-travel rig a powerhouse on both climbs and descents.

With 120mm of rear travel and a FOX 34 Float Performance fork offering 130mm up front, the Tallboy Carbon C S is built for fast, playful riding. The Carbon C frame balances lightweight efficiency with durability, while a SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain ensures smooth shifting through technical terrain. Maxxis tires provide grip in variable conditions, and RaceFace wheels with e*thirteen hubs keep things rolling reliably. Whether pushing hard on steep climbs or flowing down chunky singletrack, this bike is ready for anything.

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Details

• Fast and capable trail bike with 120mm VPP™ rear suspension
• FOX 34 Float Performance fork delivers 130mm of front-end travel
• Carbon C frame blends lightweight durability with stiffness
• SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain offers a wide range for any terrain
• Maxxis tires grip confidently in varied conditions
• e*thirteen SL hubs and RaceFace wheels provide durability and smooth rolling
• SRAM G2 R hydraulic disc brakes offer reliable stopping power
• Ideal for fast-paced trail riding, aggressive XC, and technical singletrack
• Item #SNZK1PE

Tech Specs

Frame Material

Carbon C

Suspension

VPP™

Rear Shock

FOX Float Rhythm

Rear Travel

120mm

Fork

FOX 34 Float Performance

Front Travel

130mm

Headset

Cane Creek 10

Shifters

SRAM GX Eagle (12-speed)

Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle (12-speed)

Crankset

SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB

Chainring Sizes

32t

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB 68/73mm

Cassette

SRAM XG1275 Eagle(12-speed)

Cassette Range

10-50t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle (12-speed)

Brakeset

SRAM G2 R

Brake Type

hydraulic disc

Rotors

Avid Centerline (180mm)

Handlebar

Burgtec RideWide Alloy Bar

Handlebar Width

800mm

Grips

Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips

Stem

Burgtec Enduro MK3

Stem Length

42mm

Saddle

Fizik Monte

Seatpost

SDG Tellis Dropper

Wheelset

RaceFace AR Offset 30

Hubs

e*thirteen SL

Front Axle

15x110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12x148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

2.5in

Tires

[front, rear] Maxxis Forekaster, or Dissector, or Rekon

Tire Size

29 x 2.4in

Pedals

not included

Claimed Weight

30lb 0.64oz (13.6kg)

Activity

trail, enduro, cross-country

Manufacturer Warranty

lifetime