2024 Santa Cruz Megatower: Downhill Beast, Uphill Beast - Rule Any Mountain
More Than Just Brutality: Conquer epic descents and tame brutal climbs with the all-new Santa Cruz Megatower. This downhill-bred monster boasts 29" wheels, 170mm/165mm travel (adjustable), and a rugged carbon fibre chassis for ultimate high-speed confidence.
Media Buzz:
Pinkbike: "The Megatower redefines the all-mountain beast. It tackles the gnarliest descents with downhill bike confidence, yet climbs like a possessed trail bike."
Blister Review: "Santa Cruz has outdone themselves. The Megatower is a game-changer. It's the one bike you need to rule any mountain."
Singletrack Magazine: "Forget categories; the Megatower defies them. It's a downhill demon, a climbing machine, and an all-around grin-inducer."
Don't Just Descend. Conquer Every Mountain. Ride the Megatower.
FREE pair of UK-made Pembree pedals with every Santa Cruz bike purchased from Evo. Select your preferred colour from the drop-down when ordering. If you prefer something different (clipless?), let us know in the comments box, and we'll see what we can do.
Steep Seat Tube, Mega Pedaling: Climb like a goat thanks to the steeper seat angle and size-specific geometry. The Megatower isn't just for downhill domination.
Glovebox Storage: Stash your essentials for any adventure – tools, spares, even gloves – in the secure downtube compartment.
Carbon Choice: C or CC options – strong, stiff, and lifetime-warranted, with CC using premium materials and processes for weight savings.
165mm VPP™ Travel: Balanced, controlled suspension absorbs every bump and drop with confidence.
Coil & Water Bottle Ready: Run a coil shock without sacrificing hydration – the Megatower adapts to your needs.
Progressive Geometry: Proportional chainstays and size range ensure all riders experience the same perfect balance.
29" Wheels: Roll over anything
Full Carbon Frame: Lightweight and ultra-strong
Adjustable Travel: 165mm standard, 170mm with compatible shock
Mud Flap & Downtube Protector: Keep your beast clean and protected
Internal Cable Routing: Clean aesthetics, worry-free performance
Model | XO AXS | XO AXS Reserve | XO AXS Coil |
Frame | Carbon CC | Carbon CC | Carbon CC |
Rear Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230x62.5 | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230x62.5 | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil, 230x62.5 -or- FOX DHX2 Factory |
Travel | 165mm | 165mm | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 | 29 | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide | OneUp Bash Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C MaxxGrip, Double Down |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, Double Down |
Front Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" | Reserve 30|HD 29" | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" | Reserve 30|HD 29" | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm | SRAM HS2 200mm | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm | SRAM HS2 200mm | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | SRAM Code Silver Stealth | SRAM Code Silver Stealth | SRAM Code Silver Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 33.67lbs/15.27kg | 33.57lbs/15.23kg | 35.27lbs/16kg |
RRP | £8,099 | £9,099 | £8,099 |
Model | XO AXS Coil Reserve | XX AXS Reserve |
Frame | Carbon CC | Carbon C 29" 165mm Travel VPP™ |
Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil, 230x62.5 -or- FOX DHX2 Factory | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230x62.5 |
Travel | 165mm | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd | SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge | SRAM AXS Pod Ultimate Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t | SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd | SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset | Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C MaxxGrip, Double Down | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, Double Down | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ |
Front Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h | Industry Nine Hydra, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h | Industry Nine Hydra, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | SRAM Code Silver Stealth | Code Ultimate Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t | SRAM XX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm | Industry Nine A35, 40mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 35.17lbs/15.96kg | 33.17bs/15.05kg |
RRP | £9,099 | £10,499 |
Model | XO AXS |
Frame | Carbon CC |
Rear Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230x62.5 |
Travel | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ |
Front Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | SRAM Code Silver Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 33.67lbs/15.27kg |
RRP | £8,099 |
Model | XO AXS Reserve |
Frame | Carbon CC |
Rear Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230x62.5 |
Travel | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ |
Front Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | SRAM Code Silver Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 33.57lbs/15.23kg |
RRP | £9,099 |
Model | XO AXS Coil |
Frame | Carbon CC |
Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil, 230x62.5 -or- FOX DHX2 Factory |
Travel | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C MaxxGrip, Double Down |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, Double Down |
Front Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | SRAM Code Silver Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 35.27lbs/16kg |
RRP | £8,099 |
Model | XO AXS Coil Reserve |
Frame | Carbon CC |
Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil, 230x62.5 -or- FOX DHX2 Factory |
Travel | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C MaxxGrip, Double Down |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, Double Down |
Front Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | SRAM Code Silver Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 35.17lbs/15.96kg |
RRP | £9,099 |
Model | XX AXS Reserve |
Frame | Carbon C 29" 165mm Travel VPP™ |
Rear Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, 230x62.5 |
Travel | 165mm |
Wheel Size | 29 |
Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm -or- Fox 38 Float Factory |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd |
Shifter | SRAM AXS Pod Ultimate Bridge |
Cassette | SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, 10-52t |
Chain | SRAM XX Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd |
Chain Guide | OneUp Bash Guide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB |
Headset | Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset |
Rear Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4"WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ |
Front Tire | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ |
Front Hub | Industry Nine Hydra, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Front Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Rear Hub | Industry Nine Hydra, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 28h |
Rear Rim | Reserve 30|HD 29" |
Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
Brakes | Code Ultimate Stealth |
Crankset | SRAM XX Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 32t |
Handlebar | Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm |
Stem | Industry Nine A35, 40mm |
Saddle | WTB Silverado Medium, Ti |
Seatpost | OneUp V2 Dropper Post, 31.6 -or- RockShox Reverb Stealth -or- Fox Transfer |
Grips/Bar | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
battery/Charger | SRAM eTap Powerpack 1 Battery |
Weight | 33.17bs/15.05kg |
RRP | £10,499 |