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MY23 Highball
MY23 Highball

Wide open, dawn to dusk.

The Highball is our flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility.

More capable than a pure endurance bike, more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. We fine-tuned the carbon layup process and the low-angle, bridgeless seatstays join the seat tube below the top tube junction in order to curb trail chatter.

Built around a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package combines to take the “hard” out of hardtail riding. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far.

Key Features:

Available in: Carbon C and Carbon CC
Wheel Size: 29er
Front Travel: 100mm
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Please note: Price, Weight, and Parts Spec information is subject to change.

R

   

24.82 lbs / 11.26 kg

S

   

23.01 lbs / 10.44 kg

GX AXS

   

22.64 lbs / 10.27 kg

X01 AXS RSV

   

21.53 lbs / 9.77 kg

Material
Carbon C

Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain.

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Material
Carbon C

Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain.

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Material
Carbon C

Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain.

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Material
Carbon CC

CC denotes our highest grade carbon fiber frames. Use of the very best materials in the composite results in the lightest, best handling bikes. CC level bikes are also specced with the best wheels, drivetrains and suspension on these models.

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Fork
RockShox Sid SL Base, 100mm, w/Remote

Fork
RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm, w/Remote

Fork
RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm, w/Remote

Fork
RockShox Sid SL Ultimate, 100mm, w/Remote

Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd

Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd

Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, 12spd

Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS, 12spd

Shifters
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd

Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd

Shifters
GX AXS Controller

Shifters
GX AXS Controller

Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t

Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t

Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t

Cassette
SRAM XG1295 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t

Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd

Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd

Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd

Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB

Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset

Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset

Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset

Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset

Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR

Sealant
Reserve Tubeless Sealant

Sealant
Reserve Tubeless Sealant

Sealant
Reserve Tubeless Sealant

Sealant
Reserve Tubeless Sealant

Front Hub
SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h

Front Hub
DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 28h

Front Hub
i9 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 28h

Front Hub
i9 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 24h

Front Rim
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29"

Front Rim
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29"

Front Rim
RaceFace ARC Offset 27 29"

Front Rim
Reserve 28|XC 29", 24h

Rear Hub
SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h

Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 36t, 28h

Rear Hub
i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 28h

Rear Hub
i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 24h

Rear Rim
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29"

Rear Rim
RaceFace AR Offset 27 29"

Rear Rim
RaceFace ARC Offset 27 29"

Rear Rim
Reserve 28|XC 29", 24h

Front Rotor
Avid Centerline 160mm

Front Rotor
Avid Centerline 160mm

Front Rotor
Avid Centerline Centerlock, 160mm

Front Rotor
SRAM CLX Centerlock, 160mm

Rear Rotor
Avid Centerline 160mm

Rear Rotor
Avid Centerline 160mm

Rear Rotor
Avid Centerline Centerlock, 160mm

Rear Rotor
SRAM CLX Centerlock, 160mm

Brakes
SRAM Level T

Brakes
SRAM Level TL

Brakes
SRAM Level TL

Brakes
SRAM Level TLM

Crankset
SRAM Stylo 6K 148 DUB 34t

Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 34t

Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 34t

Crankset
SRAM X1 Carbon Eagle 148 DUB, 34t

Handlebars
RaceFace Ride, 760mm

Handlebars
SRAM Atmos Flat Bar, 760mm

Handlebars
Santa Cruz Bicycles Carbon, 760x7mm rise

Handlebars
Santa Cruz Bicycles Carbon, 760x7mm rise

Stem
RaceFace Aeffect

Stem
SRAM Atmos 6k Stem, 70mm

Stem
SRAM Atmos 6k Stem, 70mm

Stem
SRAM Atmos 7k Stem, 60mm

Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo

Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo

Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo

Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium Ti

Seatpost
RaceFace Ride, 27.2

Seatpost
RaceFace Next, 27.2, 400mm

Seatpost
RaceFace Next, 27.2, 400mm

Seatpost
RockShox Reverb AXS XPLR, 27.2, 75mm

Grips
ESI Chunky Grips

Grips
ESI Chunky Grips

Grips
ESI Chunky Grips

Grips
SRAM TwistLoc

Travel
100mm

Travel
100mm

Travel
100mm

Travel
100mm

Wheel Size
29"

Wheel Size
29"

Wheel Size
29"

Wheel Size
29"

Geometry

SMLXL
Reach 415440460490
Stack 596605614633
Head Tube Angle 67°67°67°67°
Seat Tube Length 405430470530
Front Center 693719743781
BB Height 313313313313
BB Drop 60606060
Wheelbase 1119114511691207
Rear Center 426426426426
Head Tube Length 95105115135
Top Tube Length 595619642677
Seat Tube Angle 73.5°73.5°73.5°73.5°
Standover Height 707704739755

Units

cm

Frame Sizing

If you're on the cusp between the recommended height range of two sizes, the absolute best thing is to try to ride them both. At a minimum, check the stack/reach measurements on your current bike and compare it to the new model you are looking at to get an idea of a fit you are already comfortable with. If riding the bike is not an option, consider the following.

Units

cm

152 - 165cm
152 - 165cm

S

165 - 178cm
165 - 178cm

M

178 - 185cm
178 - 185cm

L

185 - 198cm
185 - 198cm

XL

Keegan S riding down a trail on the Highball
Keegan S riding around a tree on the Highball
Keegan S climbing on the Highball
Keegan S riding a wood berm on the Highball
Keegan S riding down a trail on the Highball
Keegan S riding down a trail on the Highball
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Highball Frame Specifications

Front DerailleurNo compatibility
Headset/HeadtubeIntegrated (IS41/52)
Seat Post27.2mm
Seat Clamp31.8mm
Fork Compatibility100-120mm
BB Shell73mm Threaded
Max Tire Size2.4"
Max Chainring Size38t
Water Bottle Mounts3
Brake Mount160 PM

Geometry

All units are in millimeters or degrees.

SMLXL
Reach 415440460490
Stack 596605614633
Head Tube Angle 67°67°67°67°
Seat Tube Length 405430470530
Front Center 693719743781
BB Height 313313313313
BB Drop 60606060
Wheelbase 1119114511691207
Rear Center 426426426426
Head Tube Length 95105115135
Top Tube Length 595619642677
Seat Tube Angle 73.5°73.5°73.5°73.5°
Standover Height 707704739755
Highball 3 Render

Units

cm

Frame Sizing

If you're on the cusp between the recommended height range of two sizes, the absolute best thing is to try to ride them both. At a minimum, check the stack/reach measurements on your current bike and compare it to the new model you are looking at to get an idea of a fit you are already comfortable with. If riding the bike is not an option, consider the following.

Units

cm

152 - 165cm
152 - 165cm

S

165 - 178cm
165 - 178cm

M

178 - 185cm
178 - 185cm

L

185 - 198cm
185 - 198cm

XL

FAQ's

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