Santa Cruz Chameleon Carbon C R 27.5+ Mountain Bike 2020

Santa Cruz Chameleon Carbon C 7 R 27 Mountain Bike 2020

Swooping downhill, powering through singletrack or bike-pack adventuring are all catered for by the Santa Cruz Chameleon Carbon C R 27.5+ Mountain Bike such is its broad spanning scope. This versatility has always been the standout feature of the Chameleon, but this latest incarnation volunteers performance upgrades via a new full carbon frame.

All of the positive characteristics of the previous version of the Chameleon have been combined with the new carbon frame to arrive at new-found performance heights. Greater responsiveness and lighter weight have granted increased cornering precision and jump accuracy before the combined Fox Rhythm 34 fork facilitates fatigue-reducing comfort and stability thanks to its levels of plush cushioning.

The wheelset, via its bombproof WTB ST i40 rims and smooth-rolling SRAM hubs, are ready for any hole, rock or root while its boost configuration increases trail accuracy no matter how technical. A 12-speed SRAM NX Eagle gearset yields exact changes across the wide-ranging cassette for a fluid pedal stroke regardless of topography. Driven forward by the efficient SRAM crankset and its partnering oversized DUB axle precise stopping is taken care of by a fully hydraulic brake set-up.

Forcing the pace along fire roads or leaning left and right down technical descents are both facilitated via the adjustable saddle height delivered by the Race Face Aeffect dropper post while directional changes are handled with aplomb by the venerable Race Face ride bar and stem configuration. A swappable drop out option then provides versatility to the build allowing the rider to choose between 27.5+ or 29er wheels and varying tyre widths.

Highlights

• A do-it-all, versatile 27.5+ hardtail for aggressive trail riding, jump lines, bike-packing and anything in-between
• Santa Cruz C Carbon hardtail frame
• FOX Rhythm 34 suspension fork
• WTB ST i40 TCS 2.0 27.5+ alloy wheelset built with SRAM MTH boost hubset
• SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed gears
• SRAM Guide T hydraulic brakes with Avid 180mm rotors
• Race Face Aeffect dropper seatpost
• Race Face Ride handlebars and stem
• The frame can be adapted to suit specific riding requirements. Twenty-niner or 27-plus wheels, geared or single-speed, this adaptability is facilitated via a suite of simple, swappable dropouts.
• Attention: This model is set up with and is supplied with 27.5-inch wheels and a single chainring