The Tallboy LT Carbon is the bike we most regretted having to send back at the finish of testing. With 135mm travel in the rear and 140mm up front (that’s 5.3” and 5.5” inches respectively ...

Now, the least expensive option is, of course, just a plain frame; an aluminum one will set you back 2,300 USD (2,008 EUR at current exchange rates), and a carbon fiber frame, 3,600 (3,144 EUR).

The Tallboy uses Santa Cruz’s Virtual Pivot Point suspension system and a Factory Float DPS shock to provide 120mm of rear travel. The beefy looking frame is available in two carbon lay-ups – C and CC ...

Frame Material: Carbon | Brake Type: Hydraulic disc | Wheel Size: 29 inches One of Santa Cruz’s bestselling bikes for years, the Tallboy is now in its fifth iteration.

Finally, there’s a Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH), as well as Santa Cruz’s take on in-frame storage, dubbed the Glovebox. The Tallboy’s carbon-fibre Reserve 30SL wheels (with Industry Nine Hydra ...