Tallboy
THE DOWNHILLER’S XC BIKE
The Tallboy has earned a loyal following among those who seek a go-to bike that can withstand the relentless hammering of power hour rides or all-day adventures. The highly refined VPP™ suspension combines pedaling efficiency with impressive bump-chomping prowess. If there’s ever been a gravity rider’s XC bike, the Tallboy is it.
ALL-THE-HOURS AND POWER HOURS
With kick-ass lower-link VPP™ suspension, a streamlined design, and pitch-perfect geometry, the Tallboy is a time-maximizing machine. Sharing the same made-to-last engineering principles as our longest-travel bikes, it feels equally at home on cross-country rides and tackling extreme terrain across the countryside.
GO HARD, THE TALLBOY IS HARDER
Some call 120mm “short travel,” while others see it as all the travel you'll need. The Tallboy is an efficient XC pedaler, featuring geometry and a shock tune that make it far more capable than those millimeters suggest.
Tallboy X0 AXS RSV 2024
CC carbon frame, full SRAM X0 Transmission electronic drivetrain, top spec suspension and SRAM Level brakes, plus legendary carbon Reserve wheels.
Tallboy X0 AXS 2024
CC carbon frame, full SRAM X0 Transmission electronic drivetrain, top spec suspension and SRAM Level brakes
Tallboy GX AXS 2024
Full SRAM GX Eagle electronic Transmission and powerful SRAM Level brakes.
Tallboy S 2024
Upgraded wheels, headset, and dropper post. Upgraded suspension with more adjustment, SRAM Eagle cable-operated drivetrain and four-piston SRAM G2 brakes.
Tallboy R 2024
Base model with same tires and big rotors as all Tallboys. Quality suspension, just without all the external tuning dials.
Design Details
VPP™
The dual link VPP™ suspension design offers a balance of pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess.
Carbon Mastery
Choose between our top-end, lightweight Carbon CC frame or the value-minded Carbon C frame. Both come with a lifetime warranty.
Built to Last
Bikes aren't throwaway items, but they get thrown around. From the tough frames to free bearings for life, Santa Cruz bikes are built to last.
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Tallboy
Sizing & Geometry
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.
| xs | s | m | l | xl | xxl | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach (Hi/Lo) | 405/403 | 430/428 | 455/453 | 475/473 | 495/493 | 520/518 |
| Stack (Hi/Lo) | 601/603 | 610/612 | 619/621 | 628/630 | 646/648 | 656/658 |
| Head Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 | 65.7/65.5 |
| Head Tube Length | 95/95 | 105/105 | 115/115 | 125/125 | 145/145 | 155/155 |
| Seat Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 76/75.7 | 76.3/76 | 76.7/76.4 | 76.8/76.6 | 77/76.8 | 77.1/76.8 |
| Seat Tube Length | 370/370 | 380/380 | 405/405 | 430/430 | 460/460 | 500/500 |
| Rear Center (Hi/Lo) | 430/431 | 430/431 | 433/434 | 437/438 | 439/440 | 443/444 |
| Front Center (Hi/Lo) | 708/708 | 737/737 | 766/766 | 790/790 | 818/818 | 847/847 |
| BB Height (Hi/Lo) | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 | 335/332 |
| BB Drop (Hi/Lo) | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 | 38/41 |
| Wheelbase (Hi/Lo) | 1138/1138 | 1167/1167 | 1199/1199 | 1227/1227 | 1257/1258 | 1290/1291 |
| Top Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 555/556 | 579/580 | 602/603 | 622/623 | 644/645 | 671/671 |
| Standover Height (Hi/Lo) | 680/676 | 693/691 | 696/693 | 698/695 | 698/695 | 701/698 |
Tallboy
Setup & Support
Whether you’re the proud owner of a Tallboy or are just digging deep into the details you’ll find it all here.
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb | torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 67-19217 | 1 | Head Tube Badge | Clean frame surface, center on headtube | |
| B | 30-24189 | 1 | Downtube Protector | ||
| C | 26-18382 | 2 | M4x12 BHC | Apply grease to treads | 0.65 Nm |
| D | 34-20201 | 1 | 36.4 Seat Collar |
| label | part_number | quantity | torque | name | blurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 26-20122 | 2 | 16 Nm | M10x23 Screw | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only |
| B | 26-22461 | 1 | 20 Nm | M8x45 Shock Bolt | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| C | 26-18289 | 1 | 20 Nm | M8x43 Shock Bolt | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| D | 26-21452 | 1 | M8x2 Flip Chip NDS | Apply grease to surface | |
| E | 26-21451 | 1 | M8x2 Flip Chip DS | Apply grease to surface | |
| F | 08-23720 | 2 | 13.6 Nm | Pivot Axle M10x81 | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only |
| G | 26-15632 | 3 | M5 Tapered Washer | Apply grease to surface | |
| H | 26-12652 | 3 | M5 Washer | ||
| I | 26-15946 | 3 | 7.5 Nm | M5x20 SHCS | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| J | 08-23721 | 1 | Pivot Axle M10x69 | Apply Loctite 242 to threads only, apply grease to shaft only |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb | torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 08-22209 | 1 | Rear axle 12x173.7 | Apply grease to shaft and threads | |
| B | 23-23491 | 1 | SCB UDH | Interchangeable with Sram UDH | |
| C | 26-23492 | 1 | SCB UDH screw | Reverse thread | 20 Nm |
| D | 30-20361 | 1 | Chainstay Protector | ||
| E | 26-15939 | 1 | M3x12 BHCS | Apply grease to treads | 0.5 Nm |
| F | 30-21453 | 1 | Seatstay Protector | ||
| G | 30-23094 | 1 | Lower Link Fender | ||
| H | 26-18382 | 2 | M4x12 BHC | Apply grease to treads | 0.65 Nm |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | torque | blurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 26-22843 | 1 | Glovebox lid | ||
| B | 26-25333 | 1 | Glovebox bezel | ||
| C | 26-23284 | 4 | M3x8 BHCS | 0.5 Nm | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| D | 30-23225 | 2 | Glovebox nut | ||
| E | 26-22358 | 1 | M3x6 | 0.6 Nm | Apply Loctite 242 to threads |
| F | 30-22620 | 1 | Storage Bulkhead | Install inside Downtube |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb | torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 29-24190 | 1 | Lower Link | ||
| B | 11-18385 | 4 | 6900-1ZR Bearing | ||
| C | 26-18690 | 4 | Bearing Dust Shield | Apply grease to inner surface | |
| D | 26-18691 | 1 | 10x30.5 Bearing spacer | ||
| E | 26-18692 | 1 | 10x41.5 Bearing Spacer | ||
| F | 26-12678 | 1 | M6 Grease Fitting | 9 Nm | |
| G | 26-15532 | 1 | M5x5 Set Screw | Apply Loctite 242 to threads, titghten until flush |
| label | part_number | quantity | name | blurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 29-24191 | 1 | Upper Link | |
| B | 11-12681 | 2 | 6900-2RS Bearing | |
| C | 26-15533 | 2 | M10x3 Washer | Apply grease to inner surface |
| D | 26-18690 | 2 | Bearing Dust Shield | Apply grease to inner surface |
| E | 11-12681 | 2 | 6900-2RS Bearing | |
| F | 26-22561 | 1 | 10x35.25 Bearing spacer |
| Frame Size | Setup Key | Setup Cog | 30T | 32T | 34T | 36T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XSmall | B | 7 | 114 | 116 | 116 | 118 |
| Small | B | 7 | 114 | 116 | 116 | 118 |
| Medium | B | 7 | 116 | 116 | 118 | 118 |
| Large | B | 7 | 116 | 116 | 118 | 118 |
| XLarge | B | 7 | 116 | 118 | 118 | 120 |
| XXLarge | B | 7 | 116 | 118 | 118 | 120 |
| *same setup flip chip hi or low |
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Sizing and support for the Tallboy.
Geometry& Sizing
Setup& Support
“Outstanding...It’s no surprise that Santa Cruz is one of the most popular brands in the world. Bikes like the Tallboy are simply fun with their playful handling and sensitive suspension. ”
“Are you looking for a mileage machine that is pretty fast uphill and downhill, that is really fun on the easier trails, but doesn't start shaking on furious descents? Then the Santa Cruz Tallboy is the perfect choice for you”
“Santa Cruz did a great job balancing grip, support, and efficiency in a nicely-packaged frame, making for a versatile and capable feeling bike...Creature comforts like the Glovebox, easily-serviced bearings, and simple cable routing made it a great option for long-term testing as well”
SO WHAT’S THE TALLBOY ALL ABOUT?
SO WHAT’S THE TALLBOY ALL ABOUT?
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