Mountain

STOMPING GAPS AND STAMPING PASSPORTS Load up the van, hit the road, climb a mountain, hammer it back down, huck the gap, throw the bike back in the van, drive to the bike park and do laps on laps. Hell, you could even rock up to the startline of the world's wildest races. The Nomad’s forte is being ready and willing to go wherever, whenever. The only thing it needs is a rider willing to press send. All the travel anyone needs in a single-crown bike intended for the steepest and deepest of trails. VPP™ suspension can be optimized to strike a balance between pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. The Nomad is exceptional at absorbing the biggest hits so its rider can charge harder, with more confidence, in the very worst terrain. But because it's still pedal efficient, getting up to the best, highest trails isn't a chore like some other bikes. Sensitivity and constant traction On the Nomad, lowering the anti-squat reduced pedal kickback on big square-edge hits at speed, all while improving the overall sensitivity of the suspension to maintain traction at all speeds. Up and downhill. Flat-out bump control and tracking By reducing the starting leverage of the latest Nomad, we were able to improve body-weight influenced geometry stability throughout the travel. While reducing progression allowed the suspension to have consistently better tracking qualities throughout the stroke. Built to last Short, stout counter-rotating links connect the front and rear triangles to create an extremely robust chassis that reduces lateral flex. Simple expanding collet axles hold things together, pivots run on large diameter axles and bearings (which we offer free lifetime replacement for) and the lower link includes a grease-port for quick, easy maintenance. Frame stiffness tuned by size Bigger riders means bigger stresses on bigger frames. So we tailor stiffness for every size to make sure everyone gets the same ride quality. Details matter The details are completed by a neat mud flap to protect the rear shock plus tidy cable routing within the frame and swingarm, and rubberized DT protectors to shrug off strikes.

A mix of the old and the new, our 27.5" clunker is something unique, to say the least. Taking our BMX heritage and combining it with modern MTB technology, the Avenger is perfect for smashing it down singletrack on the weekend or just getting from A to B in style. With an injection of aftermarket parts from Shimano, WTB, and FSA, the Avenger is also stacked with some very special components we designed specifically for this bike based on some of our favorite parts from our mid-school BMX roots. The full chromoly frame, fork, and bar keep the Avenger tough and agile, while the larger 27.5" wheels with 2.30" tires allow you to tackle any terrain in your path. We spent a lot of time on the Avenger this model year and we couldn't be prouder of what we created; A bike that is as fun to look at as it is to ride. If you're looking for the ultimate weekend machine, look no further!

Double Peak, a series inspired by a local riding spot not far from Haro, features a brand new frame design made from X6 series aluminum, with a low stand-over height and internal cable routing to keep things clean and tucked away. The Sport model features an HL Vaxa 525 100mm fork with hydraulic lockout and a 2x8-speed drive-train with Shimano RapidFire 2x8-speed shifters. It rolls along on alloy double-wall rims, stainless spokes, and MTB specific 29" tires. The 29" Sport rides smoothly and likes to go fast, but it can stop on a dime thanks to its efficient Shimano MT-200 hydraulic disc brakes. Features - New Double Peak X6 Series aluminum frame w/ tapered head tube - HL VAXA 28S / 525 HLO 100mm travel fork - Shimano M315-2 alloy crankset 36-22T - Shimano M315 2x8-spd front derailleur - Shimano SL-M315 RapidFire 2x8-spd shifters - Shimano Altus RD-310 rear derailleur - Shimano HG-200 8-spd 12-32T cassette - MX-21 29"x27mm aluminum DW rims - Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic brakeset - Shimano Center Lock TX-505 hubs - H-5129 29 x 2.2" tires

For those times when bigger is better, we offer a full range of 26" bikes that are ready for serious all-terrain fun. The 26" Fiend features a lightweight 6061-T6 alloy frame, a 100mm travel fork, and an 8-speed gear setup, making it perfect for both fun on the pump track and shredding in the streets. This is one fun and exciting 26" machine that you won't be able to put down.

The frame of the P-29er is built with Ritchey’s proprietary triple-butted Logic steel tubing. That combines with its modern XC geometry to deliver a breathtakingly balanced ride – beautifully mixing a snappy and responsive soul with a comfortable and predictable personality. The P-29er is the ultimate cross-country mountain bike. With its pedigree firmly rooted in the decades-deep lineage of its P-series predecessors that helped define the sport of mountain biking, this latest version of the P-29er is very much a modern machine with features demanded by today’s XC riders. It boasts BOOST spacing along with stealthy dropper post routing and an ultralight forged tapered headtube. It fits tires up to 2.3” and is built around a 100mm-travel fork. All of this comes together to enshrine the P-29er as a monument to the spirit of endless singletrack adventure.

Buying a bike for your child can be daunting, that’s why we developed the Radio Bikes Zuma range to make it that much easier. Based on the concept of a kid-sized mtb bike, the Zuma bikes are incredibly lightweight, with carefully researched geometry and designed specifically around smaller riders as the perfect balance between a bike for a child to learn the basics on, and a more advanced mtb for off-road riding conditions for weekend rides with the parents. With a full range of sizes from 14” for the first-time rider, all the way through to a 26” wheeled machine for the aspiring rookie, there is a Zuma for every rider. These carefully spec’d bikes feature a super lightweight alloy frame and fork with double wall rims and children-specific aftermarket components from Promax, KMC, FSA, Vee rubber and Satori, making them suit the rider’s size perfectly but look, feel and ride just like a high-end full adult size mtb. Children are the future, and the Radio Bikes Zuma line is designed to give them the best possible start in for that future…

The best handling trail bike ever. The 5010 is not just "the little bike" of our range. It makes even the most mundane trails feel like they're loaded with features to hop, skip, and jump over. It's like having super-skills at your fingertips. The 5010 has always been more capable than many expected but with the traction-gaining 29-inch wheel up front and even more refined suspension, the 5010 gives you a deft touch on the trails. Design Details: - VPP™ VPP™ suspension can be optimized to strike the right balance between pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. That means wherever you see "VPP™" you know it's tuned to perform exactly how it should for the purpose it's designed for. - 130mm VPP™ travel Some call it short travel, others call it all the travel you'll need. This much travel isn't going to help shrug off the biggest, fastest rock gardens like a V10 downhill race bike, but it's going to feel like you've got a V10 under the hood of your motor when it comes to freeway freestyling miles. - Traction and big hits For 5010, we wanted to balance support and grip to maximize the bike’s descending and big-hitting capability. We started with a significantly less anti-squat (than the previous generation 5010) to provide sensitive, ground-tracking qualities and reduced pedal kick. - Support and playfulness We gave the 5010 a very straight, highly progressive leverage curve to give the rider plenty of predictable support, bottom-out resistance, and playful response. This means the travel is accessible and higher impacts aren’t as jarring as you’d expect from a short-travel bike.

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of "power hour" hot laps or long days in the saddle harvesting the best trails. The highly-refined VPP™ suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders’ XC bike, the Tallboy is it. Fully dialed at every size: Proportional Geometry and frame stiffness tune Chainstay length and seat angle are matched to the frame size (STA steepens and rear center grows as frame size increases) so that every rider, no matter what height, gets the same balance of geometry and handling characteristics. We tailor stiffness for every size to make sure everyone gets the same ride quality. Bigger riders means greater stresses on larger frames, but that's remedied with our size-specific frame stiffness tunes. GLOVEBOX: ALWAYS WITHIN REACH Place your ride essentials securely in the Tallboy's downtube. The Glovebox comes with a fitted Tool Wallet and Tube Purse, tailored for the frame to keep your tools close to hand.

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. Engineering Details: - OUR ENGINEERS’ GREATEST HITS Not all frames are created equal. Hightower represents Santa Cruz’s greatest hits, showcasing our design, engineering, and performance prowess. - LOWER LINK ASSEMBLY The highly sculpted and optimized Lower Link (A) houses a geometry-adjusting Flip Chip (B) and beefy Pivot Axles (C) to virtually eliminate lateral flex. - UPPER LINK ASSEMBLY We only use the highest quality Enduro MAX or TPX sealed, radial bearings (A) and premium fasteners (B) for our linkage assemblies. They’re easy to properly torque and maintain, plus we offer free replacement bearings for life. - ONE-PIECE SWINGARM VPP suspension utilizes a one-piece swingarm that eliminates the need for pivots on the stays, creating a stout, bulletproof rear end for accurate tracking and superior performance. - C AND CC CARBON Santa Cruz offers two grades of carbon—top-end CC Carbon and value-minded C Carbon. Though they have the same stiffness and performance, CC is lighter and comes paired with a more premium suspension. - CARBON MASTERY The Sag Window (A), Glovebox (B), and internal cable tunnels (not shown) demonstrate Santa Cruz’s expertise in combining practical function with carbon design and manufacturing artistry. - THE SUM OF THE PARTS In isolation, all these things are great—together with fanatical suspension tuning, a premium build spec, and meticulous attention to detail, they’re transcendent.

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of "power hour" hot laps or long days in the saddle harvesting the best trails. The highly-refined VPP™ suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders’ XC bike, the Tallboy is it. Fully dialed at every size: Proportional Geometry and frame stiffness tune Chainstay length and seat angle are matched to the frame size (STA steepens and rear centre grows as frame size increases) so that every rider, no matter what height, gets the same balance of geometry and handling characteristics. We tailor stiffness for every size to make sure everyone gets the same ride quality. Bigger riders means greater stresses on larger frames, but that's remedied with our size-specific frame stiffness tunes. GLOVEBOX: ALWAYS WITHIN REACH Place your ride essentials securely in the Tallboy's downtube. The Glovebox comes with a fitted Tool Wallet and Tube Purse, tailored for the frame to keep your tools close to hand.

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of "power hour" hot laps or long days in the saddle harvesting the best TRs. The highly-refined VPP suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders' XC bike, the Tallboy is it. Fully dialed at every size: Proportional Geometry and frame stiffness tune Chainstay length and seat angle are matched to the frame size (STA steepens and rear centre grows as frame size increases) so that every rider, no matter what height, gets the same balance of geometry and handling characteristics. We tailor stiffness for every size to make sure everyone gets the same ride quality. Bigger riders means greater stresses on larger frames, but that's remedied with our size-specific frame stiffness tunes. 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.

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of "power hour" hot laps or long days in the saddle harvesting the best TRs. The highly-refined VPP suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders' XC bike, the Tallboy is it. Fully dialed at every size: Proportional Geometry and frame stiffness tune Chainstay length and seat angle are matched to the frame size (STA steepens and rear centre grows as frame size increases) so that every rider, no matter what height, gets the same balance of geometry and handling characteristics. We tailor stiffness for every size to make sure everyone gets the same ride quality. Bigger riders means greater stresses on larger frames, but that's remedied with our size-specific frame stiffness tunes.

The best handling trail bike ever. The 5010 is not just "the little bike" of our range. It makes even the most mundane trails feel like they're loaded with features to hop, skip, and jump over. It's like having super-skills at your fingertips. The 5010 has always been more capable than many expected but with the traction-gaining 29-inch wheel up front and even more refined suspension, the 5010 gives you a deft touch on the trails. Design Details: - VPP™ VPP™ suspension can be optimized to strike the right balance between pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. That means wherever you see "VPP™" you know it's tuned to perform exactly how it should for the purpose it's designed for. - 130mm VPP™ travel Some call it short travel, others call it all the travel you'll need. This much travel isn't going to help shrug off the biggest, fastest rock gardens like a V10 downhill race bike, but it's going to feel like you've got a V10 under the hood of your motor when it comes to freeway freestyling miles. - Traction and big hits For 5010, we wanted to balance support and grip to maximize the bike's descending and big-hitting capability. We started with a significantly less anti-squat (than the previous generation 5010) to provide sensitive, ground-tracking qualities and reduced pedal kick. - Support and playfulness We gave the 5010 a very straight, highly progressive leverage curve to give the rider plenty of predictable support, bottom-out resistance, and playful response. This means the travel is accessible and higher impacts aren't as jarring as you'd expect from a short-travel bike.

The best handling trail bike ever. The 5010 is not just "the little bike" of our range. It makes even the most mundane trails feel like they're loaded with features to hop, skip, and jump over. It's like having super-skills at your fingertips. The 5010 has always been more capable than many expected but with the traction-gaining 29-inch wheel up front and even more refined suspension, the 5010 gives you a deft touch on the trails. Design Details: - VPP™ VPP™ suspension can be optimized to strike the right balance between pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. That means wherever you see "VPP™" you know it's tuned to perform exactly how it should for the purpose it's designed for. - 130mm VPP™ travel Some call it short travel, others call it all the travel you'll need. This much travel isn't going to help shrug off the biggest, fastest rock gardens like a V10 downhill race bike, but it's going to feel like you've got a V10 under the hood of your motor when it comes to freeway freestyling miles. - Traction and big hits For 5010, we wanted to balance support and grip to maximize the bike’s descending and big-hitting capability. We started with a significantly less anti-squat (than the previous generation 5010) to provide sensitive, ground-tracking qualities and reduced pedal kick. - Support and playfulness We gave the 5010 a very straight, highly progressive leverage curve to give the rider plenty of predictable support, bottom-out resistance, and playful response. This means the travel is accessible and higher impacts aren’t as jarring as you’d expect from a short-travel bike.

When you can only have one bike, and your mission is to ride that bike into oblivion then this is the one. From manicured bike parks to blown out loamy berms, alpine lines to backyard trails, the Bronson is as at home in the air as it is in the dirt. For the rider with a Peter Pan disposition or who wants to get into a pan flat tabletop position, the Bronson encourages bad behavior.

Fully dialed at every size: Proportional Geometry and frame stiffness tune. Chainstay length and seat angle are matched to the frame size (STA steepens and rear center grows as frame size increases) so that every rider, no matter what height, gets the same balance of geometry and handling characteristics. We tailor stiffness for every size to ensure everyone gets the same ride quality. Bigger riders mean greater stresses on larger frames, but that's remedied with our size-specific frame stiffness tunes. - VPP™ VPP™ stands for virtual pivot point - an engineering principal synonymous with high performance that spans from short travel platforms like the Tallboy right up to our DH World Cup-winning V10. - 120mm VPP™ Travel Some call 120mm "short travel", others call it all the travel you'll need. The Tallboy is an efficient XC pedaler with a geo and shock tune that makes it way more capable than the millimeters suggest. - Snappy Suspension The Tallboy has a lower starting ratio and an increased ending ratio of the leverage curve. This makes it really sensitive further into the travel and helps the bike ride higher in its stroke, producing a more responsive, snappy feel. - Bump Buster Significantly reducing peak anti-squat (over previous generations of the Tallboy), has improved both small bump sensitivity and square-edge compliance. And, because anti-squat values trend with ant-rise, we were also able to reduce the anti-rise to improve the braking sensitivity. - Glovebox: Always Within Reach Place your ride essentials securely in the Tallboy's downtube. The Glovebox comes with a fitted Tool Wallet and Tube Purse, tailored for the frame to keep your tools close to hand.

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of power hour rides or riding for all-the-hours. The highly refined VPP™ suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders’ XC bike, the Tallboy is it.

Level up. The Haro Steel Reserve 2 Dirt Jumper features an all-new, all-chromoly frame with a tapered, integrated head tube and gusseted top and down tubes. Other high-end details include cable guides, an integrated seat clamp, and chain tensioners to keep it all tight and rattle-free. Updated from previous SR frames with a longer top tube for more room in the front end, balanced with a short rear triangle, the SR2 is just as stable in the air as it is tracking through the turns. A 100mm travel Slant 34 fork takes the brunt of the landings, with BMX-inspired parts like our Baseline 3-piece chromoly cranks, 28T forged sprocket, Pivotal seat/post and Premium CK grips. Sealed bearings all around, double-wall 36h rims, and a hydraulic disc rear brake slows this rig down when and if the need arises. FEATURES: - Full chromoly frame w/integrated HT, Euro BB, integrated chain tensioners - SLANT 34 fork, Thru-axle 15mm, tapered alloy steerer, 1-1/8"-1.5", 26" x 100mm Travel - Haro Baseline 3-pc chromoly 8-spline. 165mm - 28T Forged alloy sprocket - 28/14 - Baseline Halflink chain - Alloy 6061 PG bars; 50mm rise; 35mm bore; 780w; 9° back; 5° up - Premium "CK" Grips - 26", 36 Hole Alloy, Double Wall, Pinned 30 Inner Width - Front - 26x2.4" Kenda booster SRC / Rear - 26x2.25" Kenda 360 SRC - Tektro Auriga Hydraulic Disc Brake; 160mm Rotor

Meet the new Steel Reserve. Our all-new series of dirt jumpers built from the ground up to go sky-high, the SR1 gets you into the game with BMX-inspired feels. Start with an all-chromoly frame with a tapered, integrated head tube to house the rigid, chromoly fork for stiff, responsive control on all terrains. Haro 3-piece chromoly cranks spin on a sealed Euro bottom bracket, with a Halflink chain to pull your rear wheel in for the shortest, most responsive rear end possible. Sealed bearings all around, double-wall rims and a Tektro disc brake bring it on home. For the skatepark, pump track or roasting big sets, the Steel Reserve 1 is ready to go. FEATURES: - Full chromoly frame w/ Integrated HT, Euro bottom bracket - 1 1/8" - 1 1/5" Threadless Full chromoly Fork w/ One Piece CNC Internally Threaded Steerer Tube & Tapered Legs - Haro Baseline 3-pc chromoly 8 Spline 165mm - 28/14 - Baseline Halflink Chain - Alloy 6061 PG; 50mm rise; 35mm bore; 780w; 9° back; 5° up - Premium "CK" Grips - 26", 36 Hole Alloy, Double Wall, Pinned 30 Inner Width - Front - 26x2.4" Kenda booster / Rear - 26x2.35" Haro MS5 - Tektro Mechanical Disc Brake 160mm Rotor

A truly exceptional bike—bettering itself year after year, the Griffin is built onto a competition-spec 6061-T6 alloy frame and boasts components from Maxxis, RST, Tektro, Race Face, and FSA. Now in a mesmerizing Cobalt Green paint finish, our mid-level dirt jump machine is a bike that you can't get enough of.

Saving weight means little without retaining an appropriate level of stiffness and responsiveness too. So we've taken all the acceleration and out-of-the-saddle sprint qualities of a carbon XC race rocket and fused them with a rear-end that still rails corners like a hardcore trail bike. This unique XC-trail attitude is also reflected in the geometry. The head tube angle (67.1 degrees) and reach (425mm) are a little steeper and shorter than a Joplin to meet the demands of aggressive climbing, yet the Wilder's seat tube angle is a touch slacker and the chainstays a little longer than a Joplin too in order to retain that familiar Juliana confidence on descents. And talking of chainstays, each chainstay length is specific to the individual frame size; meaning riders of every height enjoy the same handling and performance no matter what. Beyond the details, there are some bigger features that amplify this XC wild child's abilities. Rapid rolling 29-inch wheels are paired with a 120mm fork to tame the feral lines and smooth the sketchiest of passing maneuvers. There's even room for two water bottles within the front triangle for bigger training and racing days.

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of power hour rides or riding for all-the-hours. The highly refined VPP™ suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders’ XC

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of power hour rides or riding for all-the-hours. The highly refined VPP™ suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders’ XC bike, the Tallboy is it.

The V10 is the same bike ridden by the Syndicate to World Cup victories. And those riders looking to just imitate their heroes on Sunday afternoon or find the best lines in the bike park know there’s no replacement for a proper downhill bike. Lap after lap, day after day nothing stands up to the abuse or gives the thrills a downhill bike can. Nothing.

The V10 is the same bike ridden by the Syndicate to World Cup victories. And those riders looking to just imitate their heroes on Sunday afternoon or find the best lines in the bike park know there’s no replacement for a proper downhill bike. Lap after lap, day after day nothing stands up to the abuse or gives the thrills a downhill bike can. Nothing.

Saving weight means little without retaining an appropriate level of stiffness and responsiveness too. So we've taken all the acceleration and out-of-the-saddle sprint qualities of a carbon XC race rocket and fused them with a rear-end that still rails corners like a hardcore trail bike. This unique XC-trail attitude is also reflected in the geometry. The head tube angle (67.1 degrees) and reach (425mm) are a little steeper and shorter than a Joplin to meet the demands of aggressive climbing, yet the Wilder's seat tube angle is a touch slacker and the chainstays a little longer than a Joplin too in order to retain that familiar Juliana confidence on descents. And talking of chainstays, each chainstay length is specific to the individual frame size; meaning riders of every height enjoy the same handling and performance no matter what. Beyond the details, there are some bigger features that amplify this XC wild child's abilities. Rapid rolling 29-inch wheels are paired with a 120mm fork to tame the feral lines and smooth the sketchiest of passing maneuvers. There's even room for two water bottles within the front triangle for bigger training and racing days.

The V10 is the same bike ridden by the Syndicate to World Cup victories. And those riders looking to just imitate their heroes on Sunday afternoon or find the best lines in the bike park know there’s no replacement for a proper downhill bike. Lap after lap, day after day nothing stands up to the abuse or gives the thrills a downhill bike can. Nothing.

Our new Flightline 2 has a fully revamped alloy frame featuring all internal cable routing and a tapered steerer tube. Upgraded to a 1x8 Shimano Altus drivetrain for simple one-handed shifting and mechanical disc brakes with 160mm rotors for stopping power. With durable double-wall alloy 29-inch rims and knobby multi-surface 29x2.1 tires, it can take on groomed bike paths or rocky dirt trails. Plus, it's compatible with a dropper post with internal cable routing, so it can be easily upgraded as your riding style progresses. FEATURES: - New Haro Flightline 6061-T6 Aluminum frame, with internal cable routing and tapered steerer tube. Frame can be upgraded with aftermarket dropper post (with internal routing) - Zoom 80mm Suspension fork - Prowheel 3-piece, square tapered alloy crank arms. Stamped 32T chainring - Shimano Altus 1 X 8-speed, 12-32T cassette. - Double Wall I25 alloy rims with quick-release axles. - Mechanical Disc Brakes with 160mm rotors

The Downhiller's XC Bike The Tallboy has earned a loyal following amongst those who seek a go-to bike that will hold up to the relentless hammering of power hour rides or riding for all-the-hours. The highly refined VPP™ suspension on the Tallboy combines pedaling efficiency and all-out bump-chomping prowess. If ever there was a gravity riders’ XC bike, the Tallboy is it.

Big on wheels, short on fuss, this is the pinnacle of go-anywhere-anytime bikes. A balance of travel, wheel size and attitude makes this a true ATB for modern mountain biking. Whether that includes the rarefied air of the alpine or just local trailheads, built and burly trails or sublime natural singletrack, the Hightower is an all-terrain thriller.