THE MOUNTAIN BIKE, DISTILLED
The newest version of the Hightower remains our greatest hits of engineering - now further refined and bottled into our most all-terrain of bikes. Big on wheels, medium on travel, short on fuss, this is the do-it-all model that does it over and over again thanks to a versatile balance of geo, spec and durability. If you’re not looking for extremes, just something extremely good, the Hightower is your elevator.
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Key Features:
| Available in: | Carbon C and Carbon CC |
| Wheel Size: | 29 |
| Front Travel: | 150mm |
| Rear Travel: | 145mm |
R € 5.499 32.02 lbs / 14.52 kg | S € 6.399 31.98 lbs / 14.51 kg | GX AXS € 7.999 € 7.199 31.72 lbs / 14.39 kg | GX AXS RSV € 9.199 € 8.299 31.62 lbs / 14.34 kg | X01 € 8.699 € 7.399 31.09 lbs / 14.1 kg | X01 AXS RSV € 10.699 € 9.099 30.88 lbs / 14.01 kg |
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Materiaal 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. Learn More | Materiaal 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. Learn More | Materiaal 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. Learn More | Materiaal 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. Learn More | Materiaal 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. Learn More | Materiaal 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. Learn More | ||
Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | ||
Vork | Vork | Vork | Vork | Vork | Vork | ||
Achter derailleur | Achter derailleur | Achter derailleur | Achter derailleur | Achter derailleur | Achter derailleur | ||
Shifters | Shifters | Shifters | Shifters | Shifters | Shifters | ||
Cassette | Cassette | Cassette | Cassette | Cassette | Cassette | ||
Ketting | Ketting | Ketting | Ketting | Ketting | Ketting | ||
Trapas | Trapas | Trapas | Trapas | Trapas | Trapas | ||
Balhoofd | Balhoofd | Balhoofd | Balhoofd | Balhoofd | Balhoofd | ||
Achterband | Achterband | Achterband | Achterband | Achterband | Achterband | ||
Voorband | Voorband | Voorband | Voorband | Voorband | Voorband | ||
Sealant | Sealant | Sealant | Sealant | Sealant | Sealant | ||
Voornaaf | Voornaaf | Voornaaf | Voornaaf | Voornaaf | Voornaaf | ||
Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | ||
Achernaaf | Achernaaf | Achernaaf | Achernaaf | Achernaaf | Achernaaf | ||
Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | ||
Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | ||
Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | ||
Remmen | Remmen | Remmen | Remmen | Remmen | Remmen | ||
Crank | Crank | Crank | Crank | Crank | Crank | ||
Handlebars | Handlebars | Handlebars | Handlebars | Handlebars | Handlebars | ||
Stuurpen | Stuurpen | Stuurpen | Stuurpen | Stuurpen | Stuurpen | ||
Zadel | Zadel | Zadel | Zadel | Zadel | Zadel | ||
Zadelpen | Zadelpen | Zadelpen | Zadelpen | Zadelpen | Zadelpen | ||
Handvatten Our House Grips have an aggressive knurl pattern for all-weather grip, finger ridges for added control and soft, yet durable rubber compound. They come in either 30 or 32mm width and have an inboard snap-on lock ring to keep them tight but no ring on the outboard side so they’re super comfortable. And they’ll do your taxes* *not true. But they are really good. Learn More | Handvatten Our House Grips have an aggressive knurl pattern for all-weather grip, finger ridges for added control and soft, yet durable rubber compound. They come in either 30 or 32mm width and have an inboard snap-on lock ring to keep them tight but no ring on the outboard side so they’re super comfortable. And they’ll do your taxes* *not true. But they are really good. Learn More | Handvatten Our House Grips have an aggressive knurl pattern for all-weather grip, finger ridges for added control and soft, yet durable rubber compound. They come in either 30 or 32mm width and have an inboard snap-on lock ring to keep them tight but no ring on the outboard side so they’re super comfortable. And they’ll do your taxes* *not true. But they are really good. Learn More | Handvatten Our House Grips have an aggressive knurl pattern for all-weather grip, finger ridges for added control and soft, yet durable rubber compound. They come in either 30 or 32mm width and have an inboard snap-on lock ring to keep them tight but no ring on the outboard side so they’re super comfortable. And they’ll do your taxes* *not true. But they are really good. Learn More | Handvatten Our House Grips have an aggressive knurl pattern for all-weather grip, finger ridges for added control and soft, yet durable rubber compound. They come in either 30 or 32mm width and have an inboard snap-on lock ring to keep them tight but no ring on the outboard side so they’re super comfortable. And they’ll do your taxes* *not true. But they are really good. Learn More | Handvatten Our House Grips have an aggressive knurl pattern for all-weather grip, finger ridges for added control and soft, yet durable rubber compound. They come in either 30 or 32mm width and have an inboard snap-on lock ring to keep them tight but no ring on the outboard side so they’re super comfortable. And they’ll do your taxes* *not true. But they are really good. Learn More | ||
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Travel | Travel | Travel | Travel | Travel | Travel | ||
Wielmaat | Wielmaat | Wielmaat | Wielmaat | Wielmaat | Wielmaat |
Hightower Frame Specifications
| Suspension System | VPP |
| Front Derailleur | No compatibility |
| Headset/Headtube | Integrated (IS41/52) |
| Seat Post | 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp | 36.4mm |
| Eye to Eye length | 210mm |
| Stroke | 55mm |
| Fork Compatibility | 150-160mm |
| Fork Offset | 44mm |
| Brake Mount | 180 PM |
| BB Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Max Tire Size | 2.5" |
| Max Chainring Size | 34t |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
| Shock Mounting Bushing Front | 30x8 |
| Shock Mounting Bushing Rear | 30x8 (bearing compatible) |
Suspension Setup
Take a look at detailed sag, high/low rebound, and high/low compression recommendations for shocks and forks in each build.
Geometry
All units are in millimeters or degrees.
| S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
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| Reach | hi/lo | 430/427 | 455/452 | 475/472 | 495/492 | 520/517 |
| Stack | hi/lo | 611/613 | 625/627 | 634/636 | 652/654 | 665/668 |
| Head Tube Angle | hi/lo | 64.8°/64.5° | 64.8°/64.5° | 64.8°/64.5° | 64.8°/64.5° | 64.8°/64.5° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Front Center | hi/lo | 752/752 | 783/783 | 807/807 | 836/836 | 867/867 |
| BB Height | hi/lo | 342/339 | 342/338 | 342/338 | 342/338 | 342/338 |
| BB Drop | hi/lo | 31/34 | 31/34 | 31/34 | 31/34 | 31/34 |
| Wheelbase | hi/lo | 1183/1183 | 1217/1218 | 1244/1245 | 1276/1276 | 1310/1311 |
| Rear Center | hi/lo | 431/432 | 434/435 | 437/438 | 440/441 | 443/444 |
| Head Tube Length | 100 | 115 | 125 | 145 | 160 |
| Top Tube Length | hi/lo | 571/572 | 599/600 | 626/627 | 647/648 | 674/675 |
| Seat Tube Angle | hi/lo | 77°/76.7° | 77°/76.7° | 76.7°/76.4° | 76.9°/76.6° | 76.9°/76.7° |
| Standover Height | hi/lo | 706/701 | 708/703 | 711/706 | 714/709 | 719/714 |
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.
The Hightower is available in sizes small - extra extra large (S-XXL).
