The Santa Cruz Tallboy is a mountain bike that is described as the 'Downhill riders XC bike'. blending climbing efficiency with aggressive descending capability. Designed for trail centres, technical singletrack, and fast descents, this short-travel 29er is perfect for riders who want an efficient peddler that still rips on the downs.

The short travel numbers of 130mm of front travel and 120mm of rear travel, the Tallboy is built for speed and agility, making it one of the most versatile trail bikes in the Santa Cruz lineup. Equipped with Santa Cruz’s renowned VPP (Virtual Pivot Point) suspension, the Tallboy delivers a balanced ride, offering efficient climbing performance while staying composed on rough descents.

The 29-inch wheels provide exceptional rollover capability, keeping momentum high and allowing for confidence-inspiring control on technical trails. While designed for all-day pedaling, the Tallboy can handle everything from flowy singletrack to steep, demanding terrain—proving that a short-travel bike can still take on big challenges.

The Santa Cruz Tallboy is available in C and CC spec carbon with a large range of build kits to suit your budget. Also available is the Tallboy frame should you wish to put together your own custom build.

As with all Santa Cruz bikes the Tallboy is covered by the best lifetime warranty in the business