Santa Cruz introduces their new Hightower. It’s a 29er and a 27.5 plus bike that is sure to please many riders looking for a 29er or 27.5 plus bike with only the flip of a chip. Available at select Santa Cruz dealers today. Details inside.
Statistics
– A big bike for big rides
– 135mm VPP Rear Travel – Long, low, slack
– M, L, XL
– 29er or 27.5+
Where in the Santa Cruz line does this bike fit?
The Hightower’s pedigree is closest the current Bronson with different wheels
What is required to change the bike between 29 and 27.5+?
A wheel set and the correct length fork (and a flip of the chip)
Yeah, but what if I’m too lazy or don’t wanna buy a second fork?
We’d then suggest going with the 27.5+/150mm fork configuration as running 29er wheels work better with a longer fork than the other way around.
Alternately you could switch out the Pike’s air shaft to a longer or shorter air- spring as needed.
Carbon Frameset
Build Specs
The Hightower is available in 27.5 plus as well as 29er. Trims include Hightower C and Hightower CC in both wheel sizes.
Geometry
If you want to learn more, be sure to visit Santa Cruz’s website. The Hightower is sure to be a hit with many riders who love the Bronson but have been clamouring for a plus size or 29er option.
http://www.santacruzbicycles.com