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“A benchmark performer for all riders on all terrain types”
- +Comfortable, grippy, supple, supportive suspension
- +Goldilocks geometry
- +lightweight
- +battery range
- +motor power and feel
- +spec choices
- +confidence inspiring ride-feel
- +lifetime bearing and frame warranty
- −None
BikeRadar · Alex Evans · 12 Feb 2025 · Read the full review ↗
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Santa Cruz s awesome new Hightower is basically an enduro bike that can still do epic day rides
- +More confident chaos and climb geometry
- +Brilliant high traction, hit eating but positive pedaling suspension
- +Sorted all-round kit spec at a much lower price
- +Lifetime frame, pivot and rim warranties
- +Better glovebox, cleaner control routing, easier shock sorting
- −Heavier frame than similar travel competitors
- −Less agile and rider reactive than before
BikePerfect · https://www.bikeperfect.com/author/guy-kesteven · 19 Sept 2024 · Read the full review ↗
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Santa Cruz Bronson Gen 5 X0 AXS RSV
Gen 5
- +More stable geometry for steeper, sketchier terrain
- +Less anti-squat means better traction, particularly under power
- +Balanced handling splits the difference between mullet and twin 29er
- +‘No questions asked’ warranty on frame, bearings, and rims
- +Sorted spec includes a gravity-optimized front fork, tire, and brakes
- −Much heavier than Bronson 4
- −Soft pedaling ‘4 bar’ feel compared to previous Santa Cruz
- −Not as playful as most mullet/MX bikes
- −Very different baseline forks and shocks need careful setup to sort
BikePerfect · https://www.bikeperfect.com/author/guy-kesteven · 20 Aug 2024 · Read the full review ↗
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Santa Cruz Heckler SL
- +Properly riot-ready handling and suspension
- +Intuitive feeling, usefully powerful Fazua motor
- +Sweet spot component package
- +Lifetime frame and bearing warranty
- −First generation Fazua Ride 60 reliability
- −Fazua weatherproofing and switchgear
- −No auxiliary battery availability
- −Non-removable battery
- −Potentially fragile tire spec
BikePerfect · https://www.bikeperfect.com/author/guy-kesteven · 6 Jun 2024 · Read the full review ↗
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Santa Cruz Tallboy GX AXS RSV
- +Fast everywhere with brilliant pedaling manners
- +This thing really sprints if you give it some beans
- +Fantastic shape and meaningful geometry adjustment
- +Rock-solid chassis and balanced handling
- +Fox suspension is perfectly tuned
- +Reserve Carbon SL wheels are super-fast and still comfortable
- −SRAM Level brakes lack power
- −OneUp dropper remote is very sharp at the tip
- −Tempts you into pumping up the build kit for more DH capability with bigger tires and brakes, adding weight and ruining the bike’s all-round versatility
BikePerfect · https://www.bikeperfect.com/author/mick-kirkman · 31 May 2024 · Read the full review ↗
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Santa Cruz 5010 GX AXS RSV
- +Hero time ‘best of both worlds’ dynamic balance
- +High traction, uninterrupted action suspension
- +Sweet spot kit selection and great practical detailing
- +Excellent warranties on frame, wheels and bars
- +Wide sizing with proportional and structural optimisation
- −A kilo heavier than the last 5010
- −Sticky front tire kills rolling speed
- −2.5in is the largest rear rubber (officially)
BikePerfect · https://www.bikeperfect.com/author/guy-kesteven · 6 Dec 2023 · Read the full review ↗
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Santa Cruz Stigmata Force AXS RSV
- +Super confident MTB style geometry
- +Extensive internal storage
- +Lifetime frame and rim warranty
- +Terrain smoothing suspension fork and seat post
- +UDH hanger and 50mm tire clearance
- −Heavy frame
- −Limited cargo attachment points
BikePerfect · https://www.bikeperfect.com/author/guy-kesteven · 26 Oct 2023 · Read the full review ↗