Santa Cruz Bicycles 5010 C S Mountain Bike

Why We Like The Santa Cruz 5010 C S Mountain Bike

From jump lines to techy singletrack, the Santa Cruz 5010 is our bike of choice when we need a nimble and aggressive trail bike. With a lightweight frame, mixed-wheel setup, 130mm of VPP suspension, and aggressive geometry, the 5010 was made for riding fast, jumping high, and finessing its way through technical trails. With a 65.2-degree head tube angle in the high setting, the 5010 is not only a blast to ride but also more capable than its short-travel numbers suggest. With short size-specific chainstays to ensure a poppy and playful rear end for every frame size and a steep 77-degree seat tube angle to put us in a perfect climbing position when it´s time for another lap, the 5010 is a balanced trail bike that does everything right. The 5010´s suspension kinematics also got an update, featuring a more supportive mid-stroke to aid bottom-out resistance and a lower anti-squat value to reduce pedal kickback. Additional features on the 5010 include chainstay and downtube protectors to protect our frame from chain slap and rock strikes, and a shuttle guard allows us to drive to the trailhead with our bike in the back of our truck bed. Finally, when we have a big day planned at the bike park or want to make our ride a bit more capable, we use the Flip Chip in the rear shock link to make our head tube angle slacker and our bottom bracket height lower so we have a better center of gravity and more confidence in steeper terrain.

The S build of the Santa Cruz 5010 features quality components at a more budget-friendly price point. First, Santa Cruz´s Carbon C frame is stiff and lightweight and is made to the same standards as Santa Cruz´s Carbon CC frame but at a slight weight penalty. RockShox´s Select+ series gives us quality suspension performance, fitting us with the Pike Select+ up front with 140mm of travel to soak up the big hits and a Super Deluxe Select+ in the rear to give us confidence and traction off every drop and around every switchback. SRAM´s GX Eagle drivetrain is one of the most trusted drivetrains in the MTB world and allows us to conquer any technical climb with a huge 10-52 tooth gear range. SRAM G2 R brakes give us 4-pistons of power in a lightweight package and are paired with Centerline rotors for maximum stopping power.

*Due to a high demand in the global supply chain and bike industry since the start of the pandemic, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be of equal or better spec level. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.

Heads up - We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning-and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you´ll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help.

Details

• Agile and aggressive trail bike for designed for playful riding
• 130mm of VPP suspension is super efficient and surprisingly capable
• Carbon C frame is lightweight and stiff
• 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear mixed-wheel setup maximized capability
• SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain for reliable 12-speed performance
• RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear shock is adjustable and plush
• RaceFace AR Offset 30 rims allow us to bomb through rock gardens
• SRAM G2 R brakes are lightweight and have big stopping power
• RockShox Pike Select+, 140mm fork is adjustable and handles big hits
• Item #SNZK1ML

Tech Specs

Frame Material

carbon fiber

Suspension

VPP

Rear Shock

RockShox Super Deluxe Select+

Rear Travel

130mm

Fork

RockShox Pike Select+

Front Travel

140mm

Headset

Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset

Shifters

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

ISCG Tabs

ISCG-05

Crankset

SRAM GX Eagle, alloy, 12-speed

Chainring Sizes

32t

Crank Arm Length

[x-small] 165mm, [small, medium, large, x-large, xx-large] 170mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB BSA

Cassette

SRAM GX Eagle, XG1275, 12-speed

Cassette Range

10-52t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Brakeset

SRAM G2 R

Brake Type

4-piston

Rotors

[front] Avid Centerline, 200mm, [rear] Avid Centerline, 180mm

Handlebar

Burgtec RideWide Alloy

Handlebar Rise

[x-small, small, medium] 20mm, [large, x-large, xx-large] 30mm

Handlebar Width

[x-small, small, medium] 760mm, [large, x-large, xx-large] 800mm

Grips

Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips

Stem

Burgtec Enduro MK3

Stem Length

42mm

Saddle

WTB Silverado, CroMo

Seatpost

SDG Tellis, 31.6mm

Seatpost Travel

[x-small] 100mm, [small] 125mm, [medium] 150mm, [large, x-large, xx-large] 170mm

Wheelset

[front] RaceFace AR Offset 30, 29in, alloy, [rear] RaceFace AR Offset 30, 27.5in, alloy

Hubs

[front] DT Swiss 370, torque cap, 6-Bolt, 28h, [rear] DT Swiss 370, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h

Front Axle

15 x 110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12 x 148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

[rear] 2.5in

Tires

[front] Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, [rear] Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO

Tire Size

[front] 29 x 2.5in, [rear] 27.5 x 2.4in

Pedals

not included

Extras

chaintsay protector, downtube protector, shuttle guard, Glove Box, Tool wallet, Tube purse, Flip Chip, SRAM UDH compatible,

Claimed Weight

31.23lb

Activity

trail

Manufacturer Warranty

[frame, handlebar, bottle cage] limited lifetime, [paint, finishes, decals] limited 3 year, [Reserve Carbon Wheel] limited lifetime