Santa Cruz Hightower 4 Frame

The VPP suspension platform is designed to be highly efficient under pedaling loads. It resists bobbing well, meaning you won't feel like you are losing energy on fire roads or technical ascents, despite the generous travel.

It is a true all-rounder. While it has the stability to handle steep, chunky rock gardens, the geometry remains agile enough to pop off features and navigate tight, flowy singletrack without feeling sluggish.

The Carbon CC frame offers the ideal balance of stiffness and weight savings. It provides a precise, responsive ride quality that tracks well through rough corners while remaining light enough to handle all-day trail rides without fatigue.

These components are highly adjustable, but they are also very reliable once set. You will want to spend time dialing in your sag and rebound initially, but they are designed to hold those settings consistently through varied riding conditions.

The SRAM Maven brakes are built for power and heat management. They provide consistent, predictable stopping force even on extended descents, giving you the confidence to modulate speed precisely in steep or loose terrain.

Yes, the bike comes equipped with a OneUp dropper post. It allows you to instantly drop your saddle for technical descents or raise it for efficient climbing with the push of a lever on your handlebars.