Hardtail

The Salsa Timberjack is a hardtail mountain bike that’s equally at home pushing the limits on singletrack or bikepacking to places you’ve yet to discover. Timberjack features modern trail bike geometry, short chainstays for nimble scrambling, and clearance for either 29-inch or plus-size 27.5-inch tires. Timberjack Deore 27.5+ is a perfect companion for off-road exploration. The aluminum frame, SR Suntour XCR 34 Air fork, and 27.5+ wheels paired with 2.8-inch WTB Ranger tires let you ride the trail longer and harder with less fatigue and more fun. Its Shimano Deore 1x11 drivetrain cranks up inclines like they’re nothing, and still has the gear-inches to rip down fire roads or go flat-out on straight sections of trail. Fortunately, you’ll have a pair of Shimano hydraulic brakes at your disposal to easily tame that speed when necessary, so let it rip.

Rangefinder SX Eagle 27.5+ is a versatile rig with the chops for after-work sessions on your local singletrack and weekend getaways to new and exciting riding destinations. Rangefinder is designed with confidence-building trail geometry, a dropper post for greater control, and a 120mm suspension fork. Its 27.5 x 2.8" tires lend it trail floatation as well as extra grip, while the wide-range SRAM SX Eagle drivetrain sweeten the deal for a bike that’s built to seek thrills in the dirt.

A mountain bike that generates a passion for the trail — from your first time out to your next big challenge. Light and lively, stiff and snappy. The Tango frames showcase our decades of expertise in aluminum craftsmanship. Dirt-Tailored Geometry brings both quickness and composure. Short chainstays for agility and traction, a slack head angle for unwavering stability, plus wide bars and a short stem for total control. Tango is sweetly priced, but make no mistake — wide range gearing, powerful disc brakes and durable wheels and tires contribute to big trail readiness. Naming this bike was a no-brainer. - SmartForm C2 aluminum frame - SR Suntour XCT 100mm-travel suspension fork - WTB SX19 wheelset - 8-speed Shimano ALtus/Acera components - Shimano hydraulic disc brakes

Cutthroat brings speed to the mixed surface, ultra-endurance bikepacking race scene. Every aspect was designed to obliterate long-distance cycling route records. An evolutionary leap in all-road bikes, Cutthroat lets you ride long, hard, and fast in comfort. The full-carbon frame delivers race-winning efficiency and offers Salsa’s Class 5 Vibration Reduction System to reduce energy-robbing trail chatter. Salsa added a RockShox Reba 100mm fork to reduce arm fatigue and expand the already capable Cutthroat’s gamut of performance. The WTB i23 rims and Maxxis Ikon tires fly on fire roads and stand up to hours-on-end punishment, all while keeping rolling resistance and rotating weight down so you can keep pushing. The Cutthroat’s SRAM Apex 1x11 drivetrain offers secure, streamlined efficiency with a wide gear range shifted by SRAM’s crisp DoubleTap shifting to maintain speed and momentum in widely variable terrain. And, Tektro Spyre C disc brakes deliver excellent stopping power with a lightweight design and quick field serviceability for emergency adjustments and repairs anywhere with minimal downtime.

The Highball is our flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility. More capable than a pure endurance bike, more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. We fine-tuned the carbon layup process and the low-angle, bridgeless seatstays join the seat tube below the top tube junction in order to curb trail chatter. Built around a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package combines to take the “hard” out of hardtail riding. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far. - Carbon CC frame - FOX Step-Cast 32 Performance Elite, 100mm fork - Choice of Race Face ARC Offset 25 29 Rims or Santa Cruz Reserve 25 Carbon Rims - 12-speed SRAM X01 drivetrain - Syntace P6 Carbon HiFlex carbon seatpost

Bikepack, slay singletrack, and see what's over the next mountain on Salsa's El Mariachi 2. Its Salsa Kung Fu triple-butted chromoly frame delivers a lively and comfortable ride, while the the large-and-in-charge 29-inch Shimano wheels and Fox F29 fork make mincemeat out of any terrain. Plus, it comes with Shimano SLX disc brakes that have stopping power to spare and a quick-shifting Shimano SLX/XT 2x10-speed drivetrain to handle the ups and downs of every trail. And, Salsa's geared or singlespeed-ready Alternator dropouts let you switch it to a singlespeed quickly and easily, or keep rocking it with gears. It's all about choices and good times with your Mariachi.

Off-road friendly and light-weight, the Aggressor Sport is perfect for everyday recreational use. All new 6061 alloy triple triangle frame design featuring floating seat stays, forged drop outs, improved external cable routing, zero stack 1 1/8” head tube, 135mm rear spacing, replaceable derailleur hanger. Key Features - Now with blended wheel-size accommodates a wide range of riders XS,S (27.5"), M,L,XL(29") - Floating seat stays provide a more comfortable ride - Rack and fender ready delivers max utility

The Doctrine represents the lightest, sleekest, and most capable hardtail design we've ever developed. At the heart of the Doctrine Advanced SLX is a winning carbon frame spec'd with a great assortment of parts that'll handle the rigors of training and racing. - UHC Performance carbon fiber frame - FOX 32 Rhythm 120mm travel fork - Shimano SLX 12-speed drivetrain - Shimano MT500 hydraulic disc brakes

The tin lizard has ascended the evolutionary ladder and is now a fully-imagined carbon fiber creature. It’s Darwinism in action. We took the fun-loving, shreddy spirit and adjustability of the beloved aluminum Chameleon and added a lighter, faster, more advanced version of the species. It’s a do-it-all hardtail that is as happy making the most of backyard booter (mis)adventures as it is fully-loaded with camp gear and a color-matched dangle mug. Speaking of color-matched, the carbon chameleon features custom blue Hope hubs and headset on the SE kit making this reptile stand out from the crowd. Two bottle cage mounts, including a triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube mean you can escape from the crowds, too. The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days. The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes. - Carbon C frame - Fox 34 Performance 130 fork - SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain - Race Face AR 40 27.5" rims with DT 370 hubs and Maxxis tires - RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper seatpost

The Highball is our flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility. More capable than a pure endurance bike, more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. We fine-tuned the carbon layup process and the low-angle, bridgeless seatstays join the seat tube below the top tube junction in order to curb trail chatter. Built around a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package combines to take the “hard” out of hardtail riding. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far. - Carbon C frame - FOX Rhythm 32, 100mm fork - WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 29 Rims with SRAM hubs - Maxxis Aspen tires - 12-speed SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain

Fun, thy name is Surplus-e! This is the ticket to hitting the trail if you haven't been on the bike for a while, if you want to keep up with your fitter friends, if you want to increase your range, if you want to test the bounds of e-bike riding...Basically, this is an awesome e-MTB rig that looks hot and rides like a regular mountain bike (with some extra assistance as needed). As with our other e-bikes, you get out what you put into it. If you want to go hard, you'll get the workout. If you need to take it easy on a climb, you'll be able to catch your breath and save your legs. If you want to stretch your normal 1-hour ride into a 2nd...or 3rd...or 4th hour, go for it. The only limit is how mad your significant other will get if you aren't back when you said you'd be.

No other hardtail descends as fast, climbs as nimbly, or kicks as hard. With the otherworldly performance of the Lefty Ocho, this is next-level cross-country performance, tailor-made to feed the needs of the XC obsessed. - BallisTec carbon frame - Left Ocho Carbon 100mm-travel suspension fork - Hollowgram 23 Superlight HI-Impact carbon wheelset - 12-speed Shimano XT/XTR components - Cannondale 1 carbon stem and handlebar - Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc brake

No other hardtail descends as fast, climbs as nimbly, or kicks as hard. With the otherworldly performance of the Lefty Ocho, this is next-level cross-country performance, tailor-made to feed the needs of the XC obsessed. - BallisTec carbon frame - Left Ocho Carbon 100mm-travel suspension fork - Stan's NoTubes Crest MK3 wheelset - 12-speed SRAM GX components - SRAM Level T hydraulic disc brake

No other hardtail descends as fast, climbs as nimbly, or kicks as hard. With the otherworldly performance of the Lefty Ocho, this is next-level cross-country performance, tailor-made to feed the needs of the XC obsessed. - BallisTec carbon frame - Left Ocho Carbon 100mm-travel suspension fork - Hollowgram 23 Superlight HI-Impact carbon wheelset - 12-speed Shimano XT/XTR components - Cannondale 1 carbon stem and handlebar - Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc brake

No other hardtail descends as fast, climbs as nimbly, or kicks as hard. With the otherworldly performance of the Lefty Ocho, this is next-level cross-country performance, tailor-made to feed the needs of the XC obsessed. - BallisTec carbon frame - Left Ocho Carbon 100mm-travel suspension fork - ENVE M525 Carbon tubeless-ready wheelset - 12-speed SRAM XX1 Eagle components - ENVE carbon handlebar and seatpost - Prologo Zero II saddle with Tirox rails - SRAM Level Ultimate hydraulic disc brake

With its progressive geometry, impressive construction and high-end features, the Cannondale Trail offers unreal performance and killer value. Trail, pavement, dirt, gravel — ride it all on the Trail 4's light and stiff C2 aluminum frame with 100mm of plush suspension delivered by the RockShox fork. The Shimano SLX 11-speed drivetrain is exactly what you need to whip those hills into shape, so shift with confidence and pedal away! With Shimano hydraulic disc brakes on the job, you've got control and all-weather stopping power to spare. Roll over tough terrain with ease on durable WTB rims and tires. To optimize fit and handling, Cannondale uses 27.5-inch wheels on the X-Small and Small frames and 29-inch wheels on larger frame sizes. Dressed up with Cannondale's own high-quality aluminum components, the Trail 4 is ready for your next adventure.

The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days. The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes. - Aluminum frame - RockShox Recon RL fork - WTB ST i40 TCS 2.0 27.5 Rims with SRAM hubs - Maxxis Rekon tires - 12-speed SRAM SX Eagle drivetrain

The tin lizard has ascended the evolutionary ladder and is now a fully-imagined carbon fiber creature. It’s Darwinism in action. We took the fun-loving, shreddy spirit and adjustability of the beloved aluminum Chameleon and added a lighter, faster, more advanced version of the species. It’s a do-it-all hardtail that is as happy making the most of backyard booter (mis)adventures as it is fully-loaded with camp gear and a color-matched dangle mug. Speaking of color-matched, the carbon chameleon features custom blue Hope hubs and headset on the SE kit making this reptile stand out from the crowd. Two bottle cage mounts, including a triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube mean you can escape from the crowds, too. The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days. The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes. - Carbon C frame - Fox 34 Performance 120mm fork - SRAM GX/X1 Eagle drivetrain - Santa Cruz Reserve 27 29" Carbon rims with Hope Pro4 hubs - Maxxis tires - RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper seatpost

The tin lizard has ascended the evolutionary ladder and is now a fully-imagined carbon fiber creature. It’s Darwinism in action. We took the fun-loving, shreddy spirit and adjustability of the beloved aluminum Chameleon and added a lighter, faster, more advanced version of the species. It’s a do-it-all hardtail that is as happy making the most of backyard booter (mis)adventures as it is fully-loaded with camp gear and a color-matched dangle mug. Speaking of color-matched, the carbon chameleon features custom blue Hope hubs and headset on the SE kit making this reptile stand out from the crowd. Two bottle cage mounts, including a triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube mean you can escape from the crowds, too. The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days. The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes. - Carbon C frame - Fox 34 Performance 130mm fork - SRAM GX/X1 Eagle drivetrain - Santa Cruz Reserve 37 27.5" Carbon rims with Hope Pro4 hubs - Maxxis tires - RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper seatpost

Rangefinder Deore 29 is perfect for dipping your tires into the world of mountain biking. The rollover of 29" wheels helps you maintain momentum, while Shimano’s reliable Deore component line will never let you down. Rangefinder’s stable trail geometry, a dropper post, and 120mm fork keep confidence (and stoke) levels high on many trail types.

The Highball is our flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility. More capable than a pure endurance bike, more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. We fine-tuned the carbon layup process and the low-angle, bridgeless seatstays join the seat tube below the top tube junction in order to curb trail chatter. Built around a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package combines to take the “hard” out of hardtail riding. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far. - Carbon C frame - FOX Step-Cast 32 Performance, 100mm fork - Choice of Race Face AR Offset 25 29 Rims or Santa Cruz Reserve 25 Carbon Rims - 12-speed SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain

This on-road/off-road e-bike is a fully loaded trekking machine. Get out of the rat-race and into the wilderness. - SmartForm C1 Alloy frame - SR Suntour Raidon 34 100mm suspension fork - WTB STX i29 TCS wheels - Shimano SLX 12-speed drivetrain - Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes - Bosch Performance Line CX 250W motor - Front and rear lights, full fenders, rear rack included

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The World Cup edition features Cannondale's Hi-MOD BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. ENVE's M525 carbon rims keep this rig at fighting weight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM's XX1 drivetrain serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, a carbon crankset, and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. And, SRAM Level Ultimate brakes provide reliable, highly tunable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second. Cannondale's carbon bar and seatpost keep you in control while adding almost no weight, ensuring that your race rig is sleek, lean, and ready to win.

This on-road/off-road e-bike is a fully loaded trekking machine. Get out of the rat-race and into the wilderness. - SmartForm C2 Alloy frame - SR Suntour XCM 100mm suspension fork - WTB STX i29 TCS wheels - Shimano Alivio drivetrain - Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes - Bosch Performance Line Cruise 250W motor - Front and rear lights, full fenders, rear rack included

The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days. The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes. - Aluminum frame - FOX Rhythm 34, 29 fork - WTB ST i40 TCS 2.0 27.5 Rims with SRAM hubs - Maxxis Rekon tires - 12-speed SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain - Race Face Aeffect dropper seatpost

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Carbon 2 features Cannondale's BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. Hollowgram 23 superlight high-impact carbon rims keep this rig at fighting weight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM's X01 drivetrain serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, and gets it power through a carbon TruVativ crankset, resulting in efficient power transfer and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. Shimano XT brakes provide ruthless and reliable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second. Cannondale's carbon seatpost and handlebar, paired with a titanium-railed Fabric Scoop saddle, keep you in control while adding almost no weight, ensuring that your race rig is sleek, lean, and ready to win.

The Salsa Timberjack is a hardtail mountain bike that’s equally at home pushing the limits on singletrack or bikepacking to places you’ve yet to discover. Timberjack features modern trail bike geometry, short chainstays for nimble scrambling, and clearance for either 29-inch or plus-size 27.5-inch tires. Timberjack NX Eagle 27.5+ is compact and responsive for great maneuverability. The RockShox Sektor RL fork eliminates chop, so you can confidently explore tough trails, while the SRAM NX Eagle 1x12 drivetrain offers massive gear range and precise shifts. Timberjack’s powerful SRAM Level brakes easily tame that speed when necessary, with precise modulation that sharpens up the control.

A mountain bike that generates a passion for the trail — from your first time out to your next big challenge. Light and lively, stiff and snappy. The Tango frames showcase our decades of expertise in aluminum craftsmanship. Dirt-Tailored Geometry brings both quickness and composure. Short chainstays for agility and traction, a slack head angle for unwavering stability, plus wide bars and a short stem for total control. Tango is sweetly priced, but make no mistake — wide range gearing, powerful disc brakes and durable wheels and tires contribute to big trail readiness. Naming this bike was a no-brainer. - SmartForm C2 aluminum frame - SR Suntour XCT DS 100mm-travel suspension fork - WTB SX19 wheelset - 8-speed Shimano Altus components - Tektro hydraulic disc brakes

The tin lizard has ascended the evolutionary ladder and is now a fully-imagined carbon fiber creature. It’s Darwinism in action. Santa Cruz took the fun-loving, shreddy spirit and adjustability of the beloved aluminum Chameleon and added a lighter, faster, more advanced version of the species. It’s a do-it-all hardtail that is as happy making the most of backyard booter (mis)adventures as it is fully-loaded with camp gear and a color-matched dangle mug. Speaking of color-matched, the carbon chameleon SE version features custom blue Hope hubs and headset that make this reptile stand out from the crowd. Two bottle cage mounts, including a triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube mean you can escape from the crowds, too. The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27.5-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days.

The tin lizard has ascended the evolutionary ladder and is now a fully-imagined carbon fiber creature. It’s Darwinism in action. We took the fun-loving, shreddy spirit and adjustability of the beloved aluminum Chameleon and added a lighter, faster, more advanced version of the species. It’s a do-it-all hardtail that is as happy making the most of backyard booter (mis)adventures as it is fully-loaded with camp gear and a color-matched dangle mug. Speaking of color-matched, the carbon chameleon features custom blue Hope hubs and headset on the SE kit making this reptile stand out from the crowd. Two bottle cage mounts, including a triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube mean you can escape from the crowds, too. The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between. Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days. The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes. - Carbon C frame - FOX Rhythm 34 fork - SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain - WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 29 rims with SRAM hubs - Maxxis tires - Race Face Aeffect dropper seatpost