Frequently refined over the previous 20 years, Santa Cruz is now on its eighth era of the legendary V10. The newest model is just not solely the most recent, however probably the most adjustable with an enormous vary of tuning choices. Coupled with their tried and true VPP suspension, the V10 is prepared for no matter trails you level it down.
Adjustability
With three completely different changes with three settings every, the V10 might be tuned to completely match the terrain or using model. Adjusments embrace a rear axle flip chip, decrease hyperlink flip chip, and attain modify headset cup to regulate fore/aft weight stability, BB top & head tube angle, and attain.
To permit for the change in rear axle place, the bike has a single rear brake mount with a slider to regulate for various rotor positions.
The CC carbon body options in-molded routing tunnels and carries ahead the VPP suspension design with 208mm of journey. Nevertheless, suspension kinematics have been improved to supply a greater journey together with improved body stiffness to supply higher traction throughout the vary of sizes.
Geometry
Provided in 4 sizes, S-L run an MX wheel setup with 29″ entrance and 27.5″ rear. Solely the XL dimension runs full 29″ wheels, although all sizes supply an extended attain for a extra trendy match.
Pricing & Availability
The V10 v8 shall be accessible in two builds with DH S or DH X01, with pricing at $6,799 or $8,599 respectively. There may even be a body solely possibility for $3,799.
