Santa Cruz Megatower 2 C GX AXS Complete Mountain Bike 2023
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Product Info
The only subtle thing about the Santa Cruz Bicycles Megatower 2 C GX AXS Complete Mountain Bike is the way the suspension tracks along the trail. Everything about this bike is truly over the top, and that's exactly why we love it. This V2 Megatower is worthy of its name, with mega travel, mega features, and mega speed. Put your brain in a blender and shove it in the Glovebox™ because you're done thinking for a bit: this bike is pure instinct, fast and fun like nothing else out there. The sights and sounds come hard and fast with this one: from the quick buzzes of the GX AXS derailleur to your own yelps of amazement, it's a nonstop gonzo extreme mountain cycling overload. And it's fantastic. Get Mega, stay mega!
Product Details
Key Features
Carbon C Frame – A minimal weight gain of approximately 250 - 280 grams (0.6 lbs) for the C frame over the CC due to the different grade of carbon used. Whether you're riding a carbon CC or C frame, you get exactly the same legendary strength and stiffness because Santa Cruz uses exactly the same manufacturing facility and techniques.
Travel – 170mm Front / 165mm Rear
Wheel Size – 29"
Lower-Link Mounted VPP® Suspension – VPP is based on the patented principle of having two short links rotating in opposite directions. This system provides huge design flexibility, allowing Santa Cruz to manipulate shock rates to the intended purpose and character of each model; from short travel endurance bikes to World Championship winning DH machines. This redesign mounts the shock lower on the bike, making for an even better ride quality.
The Glovebox™ – Seal whatever you want to carry on your ride inside your downtube. Secure and easy to access, the Glovebox™ has a Tool Wallet and Tube Purse inside, to help organize your stuff too. Simply cavernous!
Integrated Flip Chip for High/Low Geometry Setting
Internal Brake & Dropper Cable Routing
Specs
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Biking Type:
Mountain
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Biking Type
Mountain Mountain bikes are built for tackling rough terrain with frames made of durable materials like aluminum or carbon fiber, ensuring stability and maneuverability. They feature suspension to absorb impacts from rocks, roots, and drops, providing a smoother ride.
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Used For:
Enduro
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Used For
Enduro If you’re looking for maximum performance while flying down heavier trails, an enduro bike is for you. These bikes combine ample suspension travel (typically 150mm+) with descent-focused frame geometry and components that allow for reasonably efficient pedaling.
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Suspension:
Full Suspension
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Suspension
Full Suspension Engineered to tackle the most challenging terrain with enhanced comfort and control. Unlike hardtail bikes, full suspension bikes feature both front and rear suspension systems that allow the wheels to move independently from the frame.
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Frame Material:
Carbon
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Frame Material
Carbon Carbon is a composite frame material. Unlike metals, carbon is composed of fibrous strands woven into a grid and bonded with epoxy. Carbon is favored by many for its lightness and stiffness but its complexity in fabrication makes it the most expensive option.
- Gearing: 1 x 12
- Water Bottle Mounts: 1
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Fork:
Fox 38 Performance Elite
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Fork
Fox 38 Performance Elite The Fox 38 is the hard hitting, long-travel enduro specialist. When you need to go really big, reach for the 38. Optimized for 160 - 180mm of travel and packing the same revolutionary feature set as the Fox 36, the 38 redefines what you think a long travel single crown fork is capable of, and sets a new benchmark for confidence, performance and durability.
Performance Elite forks retain the same adjustments, features, dampers, weight, and 7000 series aluminum upper tubes as Factory Series, but have black anodized stanchions instead of Genuine Kashima Coat. - Stanchion Diameter (mm): 38
- Fork Travel (mm): 170
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Rear Shock:
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
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Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Dreaming of steep climbs, views from the top, and charging bold, technical descents? The mountains are calling and Super Deluxe Select+ is the answer. Loaded with podium-proven technology designed to elevate the hardest-hitting all-mountain bikes to new heights. From the all-new DebonAir+ air spring with tunable positive and negative air chambers to the optional Hydraulic Bottom Out to cushion the blow on heavy impact hits, the only tough decision is which trail to hit today.
Shock Adjustments - Separate and Independent Open / Threshold Positions, Air Spring Pressure, External Rebound
- Rear Travel (mm): 165
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Shifters:
SRAM GX Eagle AXS
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Shifters
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Shift under load, over the roughest terrain, uphill, without changing your grip on the bar. GX Eagle AXS™ changes your level of control on the bike when you’re under pressure and pushing hard. More than that, it changes your relationship with the bike. No cable, housing or wires to manage opened up design and engineering possibilities with the GX Eagle AXS™ controller. -
Rear Derailleur:
SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12-Speed
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Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12-Speed The GX Eagle AXS derailleur is smart enough to protect itself thanks to its incredibly resilient Overload Clutch. Engineered with a variety of rider preferences in mind, it is compatible with SRAM's expanded range 10-52t cassette as well as 10-50t cassettes. Showcasing its lineage from the proven GX Eagle mechanical line, the GX Eagle AXS derailleur is there for one thing - to do the job. -
Crankset:
SRAM GX Eagle DUB, 30t
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Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle DUB, 30t Some riders test their limits more than others. For these riders, the GX Eagle DUB crankset allows them to go all in, every day they ride. The best aluminum crankset we make, engineered to deliver consistent performance every ride. Featuring our X-SYNC 2 tooth profile chainring for complete chain control. Each tooth's thickness is toleranced and controlled to work seamlessly with the chain's inner and outer links. DUB technology’s spindle design and bottom bracket provides a uniform approach to fitment, better sealing and forward and backward compatibility. Simply put, the forged aluminum GX Eagle DUB crankset is the no frills choice of riders who know.
FEATURES- SRAM's best aluminum crankset.
- Direct mount interface compatible with chainrings across the entire Eagle Ecosystem.
- Signature GX colorway as part of Eagle Colorsystem – pairs with all cassettes and chains, from Black to Gold to Rainbow to HardChrome and all-new Copper.
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Cassette:
SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t
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Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t The new GX Eagle cassette is for riders who prioritize all day function over anything else. With an expanded, 520-percent gear range giving riders more ability to spin and recover on the burliest climbs. Featuring FULL PIN technology that uses lightweight, precision engineered steel cogs permanently connected with high-strength stainless steel pins. An open design similar to our X-DOME cassette that aids in mud clearance, giving riders crisp shifting performance and longer component life. -
Chain:
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed
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Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed The GX Eagle chain is designed with SRAM's Eagle geometry, the GX Eagle chain features solid pin construction, Eagle PowerLock and smooth, efficient shifting that you can count on every time out.
FEATURES- All-new Eagle PowerLock chain connector with FLOW LINK technology provides better chain-guiding and increased longevity.
- Unique features and design also provide significantly improved wear resistance on Eagle cassettes and rings.
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded
- Pedals: Not Included
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Brake Levers:
SRAM Code RS
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Brake Levers
SRAM Code RS For superior braking power, SRAM built Code RS with a SwingLink lever mated to an oversized four-piston caliper. Finger ergonomics adapt with a tool-free reach adjust - offering a perfect balance of all forces: reliable, practical and - naturally - powerful. - Brake Calipers: SRAM Code RS
- Rotors: Avid Centerline 200mm
- Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS
- Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3 42mm
- Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion
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Seatpost:
RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper
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Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper Don’t let its familiar good looks fool you—Reverb is a whole new weapon with clean, stealthy internal routing. Engineered to provide legendary performance and reliability: all the smallest details, down to the single seal, have had to pass the hardest and longest durability tests. This is the RockShox Reverb, engineered for the next-generation mountain biker. - Hubs: Industry Nine 1/1 6-Bolt 28H
- Rims: RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29"
- Spokes: Sapim Race (28)
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Front Tire:
Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+
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Front Tire
Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip, EXO+ Greg Minnaar’s signature tire – the Maxxis Assegai – provides tenacious, predictable grip across the entire profile no matter the lean angle. The Assegai can be used front and rear for a surefooted feel or as a front paired with a faster rolling rear tire.- 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
- EXO+: Durable 60 TPI casing, legendary EXO puncture protection in the sidewalls, and a small butyl insert around the bead to protect from pinch flats and help prevent rim damage.
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Rear Tire:
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+
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Rear Tire
Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.- 3C MaxxTerra: A triple compound ideal for trail riding in all conditions - offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than 3C MaxxGrip.
- EXO+: Durable 60 TPI casing, legendary EXO puncture protection in the sidewalls, and a small butyl insert around the bead to protect from pinch flats and help prevent rim damage.
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Frame)
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
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| Rider Height | 5'1 - 5'5" | 5'5" - 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'1" | 6'1" - 6'4" | 6'4" - 6'7" |
| Reach (mm) | 427 | 452 | 472 | 492 | 517 |
| Stack (mm) | 618 | 627 | 640 | 658 | 672 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 570 | 595 | 613 | 638 | 667 |
| Seat Tube (mm) | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 77.0 | 77.2 | 77.5 | 77.5 | 77.5 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 437 | 438 | 441 | 444 | 448 |
| Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 343 | 343 | 343 | 343 | 343 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 90 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 150 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1206 | 1237 | 1266 | 1298 | 1334 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 705 | 712 | 718 | 717 | 720 |
| Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |