Santa Cruz Bicycles Hightower C Eagle 70 Mountain Bike

Confident and capable, the Hightower 70 blends big wheels and big travel for any trail

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"The Hightower 70 hits that all-mountain sweet spot. I’ve ridden it everywhere—from chunky descents to smooth singletrack—and it just feels at home. The VPP suspension climbs like a champ and still eats big hits on the way down. With 150mm rear travel and a solid RockShox Lyrik up front, it’s a confident, low-maintenance setup that can take a beating and keep rolling."

When we’re not sure what the trail will throw at us—or how far we’ll chase it—the Santa Cruz Hightower 70 is the rig we count on. This mid-travel 29er is designed to handle the rowdy stuff without giving up all-day pedaling performance. With 150mm of VPP™ rear travel and a bump-eating RockShox Lyrik fork leading the charge, the Hightower balances composure and playfulness for a ride that thrives on variety.

The 70 build pairs a FOX Float Rhythm shock with SRAM’s new T-Type drivetrain, giving us bulletproof wireless shifting, a huge 10–52t gear range, and clean cable-free cockpit. Reserve 30|TR aluminum rims bring trusted strength to the trail, wrapped in grippy Maxxis Minion tires that hold their line when things get wild. Add a reliable SDG Tellis dropper and Santa Cruz’s lifetime frame and bearing warranty, and the Hightower 70 is ready for anything—alpine adventures, hometown loops, and everything in between.

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

• Versatile mid-travel 29er built for aggressive trail and all-mountain riding
• Carbon C frame with 150mm of efficient, VPP™ suspension
• RockShox Lyrik Base fork delivers 160mm of smooth, responsive travel
• SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type drivetrain brings crisp wireless shifting and a wide range
• Reserve 30|TR aluminum rims for durable, trail-ready performance
• Maxxis Minion DHF/DHR II tires offer premium grip and fast-rolling durability
• SDG Tellis dropper post adds confidence on steep descents
• FOX Float Rhythm rear shock delivers plush control across varied terrain
• Item #SNZK1PX

Tech Specs

Frame Material

Carbon C

Suspension

VPP

Rear Shock

FOX Float Rhythm

Rear Travel

150mm

Fork

RockShox Lyrik Base, 44mm offset

Front Travel

160mm

Headset

Cane Creek 10 IS41/52

Shifters

SRAM 90 Eagle T-Type, 12-speed

Rear Derailleur

SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type, 12-speed

Crankset

SRAM 70 Eagle DUB T-Type

Chainring Sizes

32t

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide threaded

Cassette

SRAM XS 1270 Eagle T-Type

Cassette Range

10-52t

Chain

SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type, Flattop

Brakeset

SRAM DB8

Brake Type

Hydraulic disc

Rotors

SRAM Centerline, 200mm

Handlebar

Burgtec Alloy Bar or e13 TRS Base Bar

Handlebar Width

800mm

Grips

Santa Cruz

Stem

OneUp Enduro or e13 TRS Base

Stem Length

[OneUp] 42mm, [e13] 40mm

Saddle

SDG Bel-Air V3 Steel Rails

Seatpost

SDG Tellis Dropper

Wheelset

Reserve 30|TR Alloy

Hubs

SRAM MTH

Front Axle

15 x 110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12 x 148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

2.5in

Tires

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

Tire Size

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

Pedals

not included

Activity

Trail, All-Mountain

Manufacturer Warranty

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