Built for...whatever
We made the Chameleon for riders who like to sculpt their ideal bike, and aren’t afraid to experiment. Whether 29er or mixed, geared or fixed, multiple major configuration transformations are made easy via the interchangeable dropouts. The low slung top tube and progressive geometry means this bike blends into whatever surroundings you place it. From raucous short-cuts across town to skipping the city altogether. It turns itself to trail exploration with the flip of an Allen key, thanks to the triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube and standard bottle mount within the frame.
Want something a notch swifter for more XC style riding? Check out the Highball
More focused on dirt jumps and pumptracks? Check out the Jackal
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Key Features:
| Available in: | Aluminum |
| Wheel Size: | MX & 29" |
| Front Travel: | 130mm |
D 29 1.999 € EUR 31 lbs / 14.06 kg | D MX 1.999 € EUR 30.82 lbs / 13.98 kg | R 29 2.499 € EUR 29.28 lbs / 13.28 kg | R MX 2.499 € EUR 29.12 lbs / 13.21 kg | S 29 3.199 € EUR 28.64 lbs / 12.99 kg | S MX 3.199 € EUR 28.44 lbs / 12.9 kg | Frame 999 € EUR 5.63 lbs / 2.55 kg |
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Materiale | Materiale | Materiale | Materiale | Materiale | Materiale | Materiale | ||
Forcella | Forcella | Forcella | Forcella | Forcella | Forcella | Forcella | ||
Deragliatore posteriore | Deragliatore posteriore | Deragliatore posteriore | Deragliatore posteriore | Deragliatore posteriore | Deragliatore posteriore | Deragliatore posteriore | ||
Comandi | Comandi | Comandi | Comandi | Comandi | Comandi | Comandi | ||
Pacco pignoni | Pacco pignoni | Pacco pignoni | Pacco pignoni | Pacco pignoni | Pacco pignoni | Pacco pignoni | ||
Catena | Catena | Catena | Catena | Catena | Catena | Catena | ||
Moviemento centrale | Moviemento centrale | Moviemento centrale | Moviemento centrale | Moviemento centrale | Moviemento centrale | Moviemento centrale | ||
Serie sterzo | Serie sterzo | Serie sterzo | Serie sterzo | Serie sterzo | Serie sterzo | Serie sterzo | ||
Pneumatico posteriore | Pneumatico posteriore | Pneumatico posteriore | Pneumatico posteriore | Pneumatico posteriore | Pneumatico posteriore | Pneumatico posteriore | ||
Pneumatico anteriore | Pneumatico anteriore | Pneumatico anteriore | Pneumatico anteriore | Pneumatico anteriore | Pneumatico anteriore | Pneumatico anteriore | ||
Liquido Sigillante | Liquido Sigillante | Liquido Sigillante | Liquido Sigillante | Liquido Sigillante | Liquido Sigillante | Liquido Sigillante | ||
Mozzo anteriore | Mozzo anteriore | Mozzo anteriore | Mozzo anteriore | Mozzo anteriore | Mozzo anteriore | Mozzo anteriore | ||
Cerchio anteriore | Cerchio anteriore | Cerchio anteriore | Cerchio anteriore | Cerchio anteriore | Cerchio anteriore | Cerchio anteriore | ||
Mozzo posteriore | Mozzo posteriore | Mozzo posteriore | Mozzo posteriore | Mozzo posteriore | Mozzo posteriore | Mozzo posteriore | ||
Cerchio posteriore | Cerchio posteriore | Cerchio posteriore | Cerchio posteriore | Cerchio posteriore | Cerchio posteriore | Cerchio posteriore | ||
Disco anteriore | Disco anteriore | Disco anteriore | Disco anteriore | Disco anteriore | Disco anteriore | Disco anteriore | ||
Disco posteriore | Disco posteriore | Disco posteriore | Disco posteriore | Disco posteriore | Disco posteriore | Disco posteriore | ||
Freni | Freni | Freni | Freni | Freni | Freni | Freni | ||
Guarnitura | Guarnitura | Guarnitura | Guarnitura | Guarnitura | Guarnitura | Guarnitura | ||
Manubri | Manubri | Manubri | Manubri | Manubri | Manubri | Manubri | ||
Attacco manubrio | Attacco manubrio | Attacco manubrio | Attacco manubrio | Attacco manubrio | Attacco manubrio | Attacco manubrio | ||
Sella | Sella | Sella | Sella | Sella | Sella | Sella | ||
Reggisella | Reggisella | Reggisella | Reggisella | Reggisella | Reggisella | Reggisella | ||
Manopole | Manopole | Manopole | Manopole | Manopole | Manopole | Manopole | ||
Escursione | Escursione | Escursione | Escursione | Escursione | Escursione | Escursione | ||
Diametro ruota | Diametro ruota La ruota più grande da 29" conferisce alla Bullit maggior trazione e stabilità all'anteriore, mentre la posteriore da 27,5" mantiene la bicicletta agile e divertente nelle curve. | Diametro ruota | Diametro ruota La ruota più grande da 29" conferisce alla Bullit maggior trazione e stabilità all'anteriore, mentre la posteriore da 27,5" mantiene la bicicletta agile e divertente nelle curve. | Diametro ruota | Diametro ruota La ruota più grande da 29" conferisce alla Bullit maggior trazione e stabilità all'anteriore, mentre la posteriore da 27,5" mantiene la bicicletta agile e divertente nelle curve. | Diametro ruota |
Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420 | 445 | 465 | 490 |
| Stack | 620.1 | 629.2 | 638.2 | 647.3 |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.0° | 65.0° | 65.0° | 65.0° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 |
| Front Center | 729.4 | 758.6 | 782.8 | 812.1 |
| BB Height | 315 | 315 | 315 | 315 |
| BB Drop | 56/40 | 56/40 | 56/40 | 56/40 |
| Wheelbase | 1154.4 | 1183.6 | 1207.8 | 1237.1 |
| Rear Center | 425-437 | 425-437 | 425-437 | 425-437 |
| Head Tube Length | 100 | 110 | 120 | 130 |
| Top Tube Length | 596.1 | 621.3 | 643.4 | 668.8 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1° | 74.3° | 74.4° | 74.6° |
| Standover Height | 682 | 682 | 686 | 708 |
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
S
M
L
XL
Design Details
Design Details
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Aluminum frame
The Chameleon reinvents itself yet again, returning to the no-nonsense alu roots that make it our most versatile hard-working hardtail of all time.
MX or 29
Options for full 29 or MX setups means you can opt for speed and comfort for hauling or quick and nimble handling.
Single speed or gears
Adjustable dropouts make it a multi-geared trail charger to single-speed racer to bikepacking mule...and pretty much anything imaginable in between.
A Mule That Rules
Tougher and stronger than any race horse, the Chameleon blends stamina with agility to create a whole new kind of beast. A triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube and additional mount within the frame ensures the Chameleon is ready to play wherever The Wild Things Are.
Fun-loving, shreddy spirit
The low slung top tube and more progressive geometry (65.5-degree head-angle and longer reach) provides all-trail capability.
Lifetime warranty
Built to last many lifetimes and supported by the legendary Santa Cruz rider support.
Five Rider's Rides
We put the Chameleon in the hands of five unique riders to see how they would build a bike to fit their needs.
Five Rider's Rides
We put the Chameleon in the hands of five unique riders to see how they would build a bike to fit their needs.
Five Rider's Rides
We put the Chameleon in the hands of five unique riders to see how they would build a bike to fit their needs.
Chameleon Frame Specifications
| Front Derailleur | No compatibility |
| Headset/Headtube | Integrated (IS41/52) |
| Seat Post | 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp | 36.4mm |
| Fork Compatibility | 130mm - 140mm |
| BB Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Max Tire Size | 29"x2.6" | 27.5"x2.8" |
| Max Chainring Size | 34t |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 2 |
| Fork Offset | 42mm |
| Chainguide | ISCG-05 |
| Brake Mount | Post Mount 180 |
Geometry
All units are in millimeters or degrees.
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420 | 445 | 465 | 490 |
| Stack | 620.1 | 629.2 | 638.2 | 647.3 |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.0° | 65.0° | 65.0° | 65.0° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 |
| Front Center | 729.4 | 758.6 | 782.8 | 812.1 |
| BB Height | 315 | 315 | 315 | 315 |
| BB Drop | 56/40 | 56/40 | 56/40 | 56/40 |
| Wheelbase | 1154.4 | 1183.6 | 1207.8 | 1237.1 |
| Rear Center | 425-437 | 425-437 | 425-437 | 425-437 |
| Head Tube Length | 100 | 110 | 120 | 130 |
| Top Tube Length | 596.1 | 621.3 | 643.4 | 668.8 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1° | 74.3° | 74.4° | 74.6° |
| Standover Height | 682 | 682 | 686 | 708 |
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
S
M
L
XL