Santa Cruz Hightower 4 Carbon C R Kit Mountain Bike 2025 - Trail Full Suspension MTB

The Santa Cruz Hightower 4 Carbon C R Kit is a high-performance trail bike built for tackling everything from steep climbs to technical descents.
Key Features:
- Frame: Carbon C frame with VPP suspension, Flip Chip geometry adjustment, and Glovebox storage.
- Front Suspension: RockShox Lyrik Base fork with 150mm travel for smooth and controlled handling.
- Rear Suspension: FOX Float Rhythm shock with 150mm travel for plush, responsive performance.
- Drivetrain: SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain for reliable and precise shifting.
- Brakes: SRAM G2 R hydraulic disc brakes for strong and consistent stopping power.
- Wheels: Raceface AR30 rims with Maxxis Minion DHF/DHR II tyres for traction and durability.
- Other Features: Integrated Glovebox storage with Tool Wallet and Tube Purse.
- Finance Options: Available with 0% APR finance for affordable monthly payments.
The Santa Cruz Hightower 4 Carbon C R Kit combines advanced engineering with trail-ready durability. Its 150mm of front and rear travel, powered by the 4th generation VPP suspension, offers a balance of plush small bump compliance and progressive support for bigger hits. The anti-squat characteristics have been refined, ensuring efficient pedalling performance while maintaining excellent traction and control.
With its carbon frame and agile geometry, the Hightower is light enough for long climbs yet robust for aggressive descents. The RockShox Lyrik fork and FOX Float Rhythm shock deliver smooth, adjustable suspension performance, giving riders the confidence to tackle technical terrain. The Flip Chip allows geometry adjustments for personalised handling, and the integrated Glovebox storage ensures you’re always prepared on the trail.
Equipped with SRAM NX Eagle components, Raceface wheels, and Maxxis tyres, the Hightower offers reliability and grip across varied conditions.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik Base, 150mm |
| Rear Shock | FOX Float Rhythm, 210x55 |
| Headset | FSA IS-2/47/42 ACB -or- Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset |
| Bars | RaceFace Aeffect R |
| Front Brake | SRAM G2 R, Avid Centerline, 200mm |
| Rear Brake | SRAM G2 R, Avid Centerline, 200mm |
| Rear Mech | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Shifters | Sram NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Speed | 12 |
| Rims | Reserve 30|TR AL -or- Raceface AR30 |
| Front Hub | SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 6-Bolt 32h |
| Rear Hub | SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h |
| Front Tyre | Maxxis Minion DHF 29”x2.5”WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO |
| Rear Tyre | Maxxis Minion DHR II 29”x2.4”, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ |
| Seat Post | SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6 |
| Saddle | Fizik Monte -or- SDG Bel-Air V3, Steel |
| Chainset | SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t |
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Santa Cruz Hightower 2025 Size Chart
|
Size |
Height (Cm) |
Height (feet) |
|
S |
155 – 166 |
5’1” – 5”5” |
|
M |
164 – 176 |
5’4” – 5’9” |
|
L |
174 – 186 |
5’8” – 6’1” |
|
XL |
183 – 194 |
6’0” – 6’4” |
|
XXl |
192 - 201 |
6’3” – 6’7” |
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Santa Cruz Hightower 2025 Geometry Chart
| Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack (Hi/Lo) | 623/625 | 632/634 | 642/643 | 655/657 | 665/672 |
| Reach (Hi/Lo) | 435/432 | 460/457 | 480/477 | 505/502 | 530/527 |
| Head Tube Length | 100 | 110 | 120 | 130 | 140 |
| Head Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° | 64.2°/63.9° |
| Bottom Bracket Height (Hi/Lo) | 344/341 | 344/341 | 344/341 | 344/341 | 344/341 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop (Hi/Lo) | 27/30 | 27/30 | 27/30 | 27/30 | 27/30 |
| Front Centre (Hi/Lo) | 767/764 | 792/789 | 819/816 | 845/842 | 871/868 |
| Chainstay Length (Hi/Lo) | 434/433 | 434/433 | 435/434 | 435/434 | 436/435 |
| Wheelbase (Hi/Lo) | 1201/1198 | 1226/1223 | 1254/1251 | 1280/1277 | 1307/1304 |
| Standover Height | 721 | 737 | 745 | 751 | 760 |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Seat Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 77.8°/77.1° | 77.7°/77.0° | 78.2°/77.5° | 78.7°/78.0° | 78.7°/78.0° |
All measurements are in mm unless otherwise stated.
The above table shows the standard geometry for the bicycle as shipped, other geometry configurations may be available with certain bikes. Please contact us via Live Chat to find out more.
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