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How big is a Santa Cruz Tallboy bike?

How big is a Santa Cruz Tallboy bike?

The new 120mm Tallboy takes a leap further into what short-travel bikes really are capable of. With kick-ass lower-link VPP suspension, a streamlined design, the typical Santa Cruz refinement, and rather radical geometry, the Tallboy is back to being a genre bending folk hero.

What kind of suspension does a Santa Cruz Tallboy use?

With kick-ass lower-link VPP suspension, a streamlined design, the typical Santa Cruz refinement, and rather radical geometry, the Tallboy is back to being a genre bending folk hero. Sure, 10mm more travel might only seem like one small step—but coupled with a lower link-driven VPP suspension design this is one giant leap for the Tallboy.

How big is seat collar on Santa Cruz Tallboy?

We spec a 34.9mm seat collar on this bike. Many aftermarket manufacturers will list this as a 35.0mm collar, but it is the same size. What size seat collar do I need? Bikes with a 30.9mm seatpost require a 34.9mm seat collar. What size seatpost do I need? We use a 30.9mm seatpost. Always ensure it is inserted into the frame a minimum of 100mm (4″).

What does a Tallboy Lt do on the road?

They keep up momentum, smooth out terrain and give an impression of more suspension than the travel suggests. Still available in different color options for aluminum, the Tallboy LT is like a Bavarian sports tourer for the offroad World. Looking for something more XC/Trail?

What is the size of a Tallboy shock?

The Tallboy rear shock size is 190x45mm. The front hardware is 8×20, and the rear hardware is 8×30 (bearing compatible). The Tallboy is compatible with most air shocks, with the exception of the Fox Float X2 and Cane Creek shocks. Coil shocks are not compatible.

How big is the chain on a Tallboy?

The Tallboy’s short-short 430mm chainstays have +/- 10mm of rear axle adjustment to ensure riders of all sizes and styles feel equally at home. Match that to a relatively low BB (335mm and 37.5mm drop) and you’ve got a combo that’s ready to haul into every pocket turn and launch out the other side.