Highball

NEW - SRAM NGT: Gloss Black and Green Sea Foam

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NEW - SRAM NGT: Gloss Black and Green Sea Foam

Wide open, dawn to dusk.

The Highball is our race-bred XC hardtail.

When the trail (or the competition) calls for the direct drive efficiency that only a hardtail can offer, the Highball is the choice. It looks straightforward but that belies the high-tech features and design hidden within. This is a modern take on the simple machine that many still choose to put battery acid in their thighs and fire in their lungs in order to conquer something. Whether you’re chasing medals, personal demons, or just some riding buddies, this is a hardtail you’ll be happy to log long hours upon.

Looking for just a bit more cushion? Check out the Blur or Blur TR.
Is it gravel you're looking for? Check the Stigmata

Key Features:

Available in:	Carbon C and Carbon CC
Wheel Size:	29er
Front Travel:	100mm

Hard on the throttle, soft on the body

Hardtails are about as subtle as bikes come, and in the case of the Highball, simplistic refinement belies engineering effort. We’ve learned from our road biking pals that a great deal of a hardtail’s compliance comes from the seatpost: the smaller the diameter, the softer the feel, and with more seat post exposed to daylight, more compliance is had— which is the reason the Highball features low slung top tube and the smaller, 27.2mm diameter post. But you need not be sitting to recognize the ‘soft’ feel of the Highball— the dropped seat stays are made of custom laminate, finely tuned here in Santa Cruz for vertical compliance— and they’re oriented to isolate the top tube from high speed trail chatter, reducing feedback to the, uh, engine.

3.799 €

24.84 lbs / 11.27 kg

4.499 €

23.17 lbs / 10.51 kg

GX AXS

5.299 €

23.06 lbs / 10.46 kg

X01 AXS RSV

7.399 €

22.64 lbs / 10.27 kg

X0 AXS RSV

8.999 €

22.25 lbs / 10.09 kg

Frame

2.57 lbs / 1.17 kg

Materiale Carbon C	Materiale Carbon C	Materiale Carbon C	Materiale Carbon CC	Materiale Carbon CC	Materiale Carbon CC
Diametro ruota 29	Diametro ruota 29	Diametro ruota 29	Diametro ruota 29	Diametro ruota 29	Diametro ruota 29
Forcella RockShox Sid SL Base, 100mm, w/Remote	Forcella RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm, w/Remote	Forcella RockShox Sid SL Select+, 100mm, w/Remote	Forcella RockShox SID SL Ultimate, 100mm, w/ Remote	Forcella RockShox SID SL Ultimate, 100mm, w/ Remote	Forcella -
Deragliatore posteriore SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	Deragliatore posteriore SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Deragliatore posteriore SRAM GX AXS Eagle, 12spd	Deragliatore posteriore SRAM X01 Eagle AXS, 12spd	Deragliatore posteriore SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd	Deragliatore posteriore -
Remote SRAM OneLoc Remote	Remote SRAM TwistLoc Ultimate, Sprint	Remote GX AXS Controller	Remote SRAM TwistLoc Ultimate Sprint	Remote SRAM TwistLoc Ultimate Sprint	Remote -
Comando sinistro -	Comando sinistro -	Comando sinistro SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	Comando sinistro RockShox Reverb AXS Controller	Comando sinistro RockShox Reverb AXS Controller	Comando sinistro -
Comando destro SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	Comando destro SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Comando destro SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Comando destro SRAM GX Eagle AXS Controller 2 Button	Comando destro SRAM AXS Pod Bridge	Comando destro -
Pacco pignoni SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t	Pacco pignoni SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	Pacco pignoni SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Pacco pignoni SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	Pacco pignoni SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t	Pacco pignoni -
Catena SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	Catena SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Catena Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Catena SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Catena SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd	Catena -
Moviemento centrale SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Moviemento centrale SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Moviemento centrale Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR	Moviemento centrale SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB	Moviemento centrale SRAM DUB 73mm MTB Wide BB	Moviemento centrale -
Serie sterzo FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB or Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated	Serie sterzo Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Serie sterzo Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO, TR	Serie sterzo Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Serie sterzo Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Serie sterzo -
Pneumatico posteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico posteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico posteriore Reserve Tubeless Sealant	Pneumatico posteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico posteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico posteriore -
Pneumatico anteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico anteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico anteriore i9 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 28h	Pneumatico anteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico anteriore Maxxis Rekon Race 29"x2.35", EXO	Pneumatico anteriore -
Mozzo anteriore SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt 32h	Mozzo anteriore DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt, 28h	Mozzo anteriore RaceFace ARC Offset 27 29"	Mozzo anteriore Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 24h	Mozzo anteriore Industry Nine 1/1, 15x110, Centerlock, 24h	Mozzo anteriore -
Cerchio anteriore RaceFace AR Offset 27, 29"	Cerchio anteriore RaceFace AR Offset 27, 29"	Cerchio anteriore i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 28h	Cerchio anteriore Reserve 28\|XC 29"	Cerchio anteriore Reserve 28\|XC 29"	Cerchio anteriore -
Mozzo posteriore SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h	Mozzo posteriore DT Swis 370, 12x148, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t, 28h	Mozzo posteriore RaceFace ARC Offset 27 29"	Mozzo posteriore Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 24h	Mozzo posteriore Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148, XD, Centerlock, 24h	Mozzo posteriore -
Cerchio posteriore RaceFace AR Offset 27, 29"	Cerchio posteriore RaceFace AR Offset 27, 29"	Cerchio posteriore Avid Centerline Centerlock, 160mm	Cerchio posteriore Reserve 28\|XC 29"	Cerchio posteriore Reserve 28\|XC 29"	Cerchio posteriore -
Disco anteriore Avid Centerline, 160mm	Disco anteriore Avid Centerline, 160mm	Disco anteriore Avid Centerline Centerlock, 160mm	Disco anteriore SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm	Disco anteriore SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm	Disco anteriore -
Disco posteriore Avid Centerline, 160mm	Disco posteriore Avid Centerline, 160mm	Disco posteriore SRAM Level TL	Disco posteriore SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm	Disco posteriore SRAM CLX, Centerlock, 160mm	Disco posteriore -
Freni SRAM Level T	Freni SRAM Level TL	Freni SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 34t	Freni SRAM Level Silver Stealth 2-Piston	Freni SRAM Level Silver Stealth 2-Piston	Freni -
Guarnitura SRAM Stylo 148 DUB 34t	Guarnitura SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 34t	Guarnitura Santa Cruz Bicycles Carbon, 760x7mm rise	Guarnitura SRAM X1 Eagle Carbon 148 DUB	Guarnitura SRAM X0 Eagle DUB T-Type Crankset, 34t	Guarnitura -
Manubri RaceFace Ride	Manubri SRAM Atmos Flat Bar	Manubri SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 34t	Manubri Santa Cruz Carbon Flat Bar, 31.8x760, 7mm Rise	Manubri Santa Cruz Carbon Flat Bar, 31.8x760, 7mm Rise	Manubri -
Attacco manubrio RaceFace Ride, 60mm	Attacco manubrio SRAM Atmos Stem, 60mm	Attacco manubrio SRAM Atmos 6k Stem, 70mm	Attacco manubrio SRAM Atmos 7k, 60mm	Attacco manubrio SRAM Atmos 7k, 60mm	Attacco manubrio -
Sella WTB Silverado, CroMo	Sella WTB Silverado, CroMo	Sella WTB Silverado Medium CroMo	Sella WTB Silverado Medium, Ti	Sella WTB Silverado Medium, Ti	Sella -
Reggisella RaceFace Ride, 27.2	Reggisella RaceFace Next, 27.2, 400mm	Reggisella RaceFace Next, 27.2, 400mm	Reggisella RockShox Reverb AXS XPLR, 27.2, 75mm	Reggisella RockShox Reverb AXS XPLR, 27.2, 75mm	Reggisella -
Manopole ESI Chunky Grips	Manopole SRAM Grips	Manopole ESI Chunky Grips	Manopole SRAM Grips	Manopole SRAM Grips	Manopole -
Caricabatteria -	Caricabatteria -	Caricabatteria -	Caricabatteria SRAM eTap Powerpack 2 Battery	Caricabatteria SRAM eTap Powerpack 2 Battery	Caricabatteria -

SRAM Eagle Transmission - stronger, better shifting, wirelessly

The next generation SRAM Eagle Transmission specced on our CC-carbon models is a radically robust, fully integrated and interdependent wireless transmission. Built around the universal constant of the wheel axle itself, the Full Mount hangerless attachment creates a far stronger connection to the frame and the super strong derailleur provides unprecedented strength. Shifting under load is made possible due to a combination of X-SYNC technology and cassette mapping, creating seamless shifts even during your hardest power output. The new AXS Pods are extremely ergonomic and highly customizable, so shifting gears is light and intuitive. It's simply the most advanced transmission and nearly as tough as the mountain itself.

Santa Cruz Bicycles - SRAM NGT explainer

Geometry

All units are in millimeters or degrees.

	S	M	L	XL
Reach	415	440	460	490
Stack	596	605	614	633
Head Tube Angle	67°	67°	67°	67°
Seat Tube Length	405	430	470	530
Front Center	693	719	743	781
BB Height	313	313	313	313
BB Drop	60	60	60	60
Wheelbase	1119	1145	1169	1207
Rear Center	426	426	426	426
Head Tube Length	95	105	115	135
Top Tube Length	595	619	642	677
Seat Tube Angle	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°
Standover Height	707	704	739	755

Units

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

152 - 165cm

165 - 178cm

178 - 185cm

185 - 198cm

Highball Frame Specifications

Front Derailleur	No compatibility
Headset/Headtube	Integrated (IS41/52)
Seat Post	27.2mm
Seat Clamp	31.8mm
Fork Compatibility	100-120mm
BB Shell	73mm Threaded
Max Tire Size	2.4"
Max Chainring Size	38t
Water Bottle Mounts	3
Brake Mount	160 PM

Suspension Setup

Geometry

All units are in millimeters or degrees.

	S	M	L	XL
Reach	415	440	460	490
Stack	596	605	614	633
Head Tube Angle	67°	67°	67°	67°
Seat Tube Length	405	430	470	530
Front Center	693	719	743	781
BB Height	313	313	313	313
BB Drop	60	60	60	60
Wheelbase	1119	1145	1169	1207
Rear Center	426	426	426	426
Head Tube Length	95	105	115	135
Top Tube Length	595	619	642	677
Seat Tube Angle	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°
Standover Height	707	704	739	755

Frame Sizing

FAQ's

Exploded Diagrams

SRAM Transmission Setup

Frame Size	Setup Key	Setup Cog	30T	32T	34T	36T
Small	A	7	114	116	116	118
Medium	A	7	114	116	116	118
Large	A	7	114	116	116	118
XLarge	A	7	114	116	116	118

If you're looking for more information about your bike check our the Santa Cruz Bicycles Owner's Manual.

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Highball

Wide open, dawn to dusk.

Key Features:

Hard on the throttle, soft on the body

SRAM Eagle Transmission - stronger, better shifting, wirelessly

Geometry

Frame Sizing

Personal Preference

Body Dimension

Highball Frame Specifications

Suspension Setup

R

S

GX AXS

X01 AXS RSV

Geometry

Frame Sizing

Personal Preference

Body Dimension

FAQ's

What are the options for seat posts, bottles, and chain guides?

What kind of riding can I do with the Highball?

Where can I find the manual for this bike?

Exploded Diagrams

Bottle Cage Bolts, and Downtube Protector

Rear Axle, Deraillaur Hanger, and Chainstay Protector

SRAM Transmission Setup

If you're looking for more information about your bike check our the Santa Cruz Bicycles Owner's Manual.