Santa Cruz Tallboy 5 C S-Kit

The XC bike for downhillers

The Tallboy has built a loyal following. It's the perfect companion for a quick "power hour" and for long days hunting the best trails. The sophisticated VPP™ rear suspension combines efficiency with performance. It's an XC bike for downhillers, or a downhill bike for XC riders.

Power Hour around the clock

The Tallboy is a time-maximizing machine with a potent Lower Link VPP rear suspension, a sleek design, and balanced geometry. It's based on the same proven concept as our long-travel bikes and feels equally at home on fast XC trails and technical terrain.

29-inch wheels

With improved rolling characteristics, plenty of grip and high efficiency, you'll travel quickly and safely with the 29-inch wheels.

120mm VPP travel

With 130mm of travel at the front and 120mm at the rear, the Tallboy may seem to have limited suspension travel, but it compensates with even more riding fun and propulsion. Thanks to its balanced geometry and sophisticated suspension, it performs far better on the trail than the raw numbers would suggest.

Size-dependent geometry

Chainstay length and seat angle are matched to the frame size. This ensures that everyone, regardless of height, gets the same balanced geometry.

C and CC Carbon

We offer two carbon qualities - the lighter CC Carbon in the top-of-the-line equipment and the somewhat more price-conscious C Carbon.

Glovebox

Pack everything you need under the sturdy flap in your downtube. The bike comes standard with a "Tool Wallet" and "Tube Purse." This keeps everything securely packed and easily accessible.