2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy: Tame the Descent, Master the Climb
Unleash your inner descender on the 2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy, the XC bike built for those who crave thrills without sacrificing pedalling prowess. The 2024 Santa Cruz Tallboy is the perfect marriage of downhill capability and XC efficiency. It's for riders who want a bike that can do it all without compromises.
Pinkbike: "The 2024 Tallboy is a game-changer. It's as comfortable conquering descents as it is flying up climbs. Santa Cruz has truly nailed the blend of performance and versatility."
Singletrack Magazine: "If you're looking for an XC bike that can handle anything you throw at it, the Tallboy is your weapon of choice. It's playful, powerful, and surprisingly efficient."
Enduro Magazine: "The Tallboy is more than just an XC bike; it's a trail tamer in sheep's clothing. It's proof that you don't have to sacrifice downhill fun for climbing performance."
Gravity-Inspired XC: Tackle technical descents with confidence thanks to 130mm front and 120mm rear travel, refined VPP™ suspension, and slacker head tube angle.
Pedal Like a Demon: Climb like a champion with the Tallboy's efficient VPP™ platform, stiff frame construction, and optimized geometry.
Fully Dialed for Every Rider: Experience consistent handling and ride quality across all sizes thanks to Santa Cruz's Proportional Geometry and size-specific stiffness tuning.
Confidence at Your Fingertips: Steepened seat angle and longer chainstays (as frame size increases) keep you centred and in control of climbs and descents.
Carbon Craftsmanship: Available in premium Carbon C and Carbon CC options, the Tallboy delivers a lightweight, responsive ride.
29-inch Wheels: Roll over obstacles with ease and maintain momentum on any terrain.
Tallboy CC | Frame Only |
Weight | 6.24 lbs / 2.83 kg |
Frame Material | Carbon CC |
Travel | 120mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Rear Shock | FOX Float Factory, 190x45 |
Suspension System | VPP |
Front Derailleur | No compatibility |
Headset/Headtube | Integrated (IS41/52) |
Seat Post | 31.6mm |
Seat Clamp | 36.4mm |
Eye to Eye length | 190 |
Stroke | 45 |
Fork Compatibility | 130-140mm |
BB Shell | 73mm Threaded |
Max Tire Size | 2.5" |
Water Bottle Mounts | 2 |
Brake Mounts | 180 PM |
Max Chainring Size | 36t |
Tallboy CC | Frame Only |
Weight | 6.24 lbs / 2.83 kg |
Frame Material | Carbon CC |
Travel | 120mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Rear Shock | FOX Float Factory, 190x45 |
Suspension System | VPP |
Front Derailleur | No compatibility |
Headset/Headtube | Integrated (IS41/52) |
Seat Post | 31.6mm |
Seat Clamp | 36.4mm |
Eye to Eye length | 190 |
Stroke | 45 |
Fork Compatibility | 130-140mm |
BB Shell | 73mm Threaded |
Max Tire Size | 2.5" |
Water Bottle Mounts | 2 |
Brake Mounts | 180 PM |
Max Chainring Size | 36t |