Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Carbon Trail MTB
Shimano XT M8250 Di2 12-speed shifting equips the Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2, a trail mountain bike with a 10-51 cassette.
- Its Carbon CC four-bar frame provides 130mm travel.
- The RockShox Pike fork provides 140mm of suspension travel.
- SRAM Motive Silver components provide the braking system.
- The RockShox Deluxe rear shock uses 185×50 dimensions.
- Maxxis Forekaster tires measure 29×2.4 inches front and rear.
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Description
Eliminate trail feedback across technical singletrack using the Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 carbon trail mountain bike. Constructed from Carbon CC composite, the chassis delivers 130mm of 4-Bar rear suspension travel paired with a 140mm RockShox Pike Ultimate fork and Shimano XT Di2 electronic shifting.
This complete build features a 12-speed Shimano XT M8250 Di2 electronic drivetrain (10-51T), SRAM Motive Silver 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with HS2 rotors (200mm front, 180mm rear), Reserve 30 SL alloy wheels on DT Swiss 350 hubs with Fillmore valves, Maxxis Forekaster 29×2.4-inch tires, OneUp carbon handlebar, OneUp dropper post, and an internal Glovebox storage compartment. Color choices include Gloss Carbon and Gloss Midnight Violet, with pedals sold separately.
Key Specifications of the Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Trail Mountain Bike
- Carbon CC frame provides 130mm of 4-Bar rear suspension travel.
- RockShox Pike Ultimate suspension fork delivers 140mm of front travel.
- RockShox Deluxe Ultimate rear shock features a 185mm by 50mm trunnion stroke.
- Shimano XT M8250 Di2 electronic 12-speed drivetrain shifts a 10-51T cassette.
- SRAM Motive Silver 4-piston brakes clamp 200mm and 180mm HS2 rotors.
- Reserve 30 SL alloy rims lace to DT Swiss 350 hubs.
- Chassis geometry is engineered around 29-inch wheels front and rear.
- Integrated Glovebox downtube compartment encloses ride essentials internally.
- OneUp dropper seatpost provides remote saddle height adjustment.
- Complete bicycle weighs 29.7 pounds or 13.47 kg.
Who This Trail Mountain Bike Fits
Down-country cyclists, marathon riders, and fast singletrack enthusiasts demanding electronic shifting precision combined with 130mm of efficient rear travel will excel on this platform. The 29er wheels roll smoothly across roots, rock gardens, and undulating terrain.
Compatibility and Installation
The chassis incorporates a Shimano MT801 73mm threaded bottom bracket, 55mm chainline, 12x148mm Boost rear axle, and a Universal Derailleur Hanger. The OneUp integrated upper chainguide secures the 32T chainring, and upper shock mounting uses a trunnion interface with 25x8mm lower hardware.
Before Ordering the Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Trail Mountain Bike
Consult sizing dimensions: XS (120mm dropper, 165mm cranks) fits 145 to 155 cm (4’9″ to 5’1″), Small (150mm dropper, 165mm cranks) fits 155 to 168 cm (5’1″ to 5’6″), Medium (180mm dropper, 170mm cranks) fits 168 to 180 cm (5’6″ to 5’11”), Large and XL (210mm dropper, 170mm cranks) fit 178 to 200 cm (5’10” to 6’7″), and XXL (240mm dropper, 170mm cranks) fits 196 to 205 cm (6’5″ to 6’9″). Ensure you charge the Di2 system and obtain mountain pedals prior to riding.
Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Specs
| Frame Material | Carbon CC |
| Frame | Carbon CC 29" 130mm Travel 4-Bar |
| Travel | 130mm |
| Rear Travel | 130mm |
| Suspension System | 4-Bar |
| Weight | 29.7 lbs / 13.47 kg |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
| Sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL |
| Colors | Gloss Carbon, Gloss Midnight Violet |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Ultimate, 140mm |
| Fork Compatibility | 140-150 |
| Fork Offset | 44 |
| Fork Axle to Crown | 554 |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Ultimate, 185x50 |
| Shock Length | 185 |
| Shock Stroke | 50 |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Lower | 25x8 |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Upper | Trunnion |
| Recommended Sag | 30% |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano MT801 Threaded |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8200, 10-51t |
| Chain | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Chainguide | OneUp Chainguide |
| Chainguide Standard | Integrated upper guide |
| Crankset | Shimano XT M8200, 32t; XS-S: 165mm, M-XXL: 170mm |
| Chainline | 55 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8250 Di2, SGS, 12-speed |
| Right Shifter | Shimano Deore XT M8250 Shift Switch with Wolf Tooth Shiftmount Adapter for MM |
| Brakes | SRAM Motive Silver |
| Front Rotor | SRAM HS2 200mm |
| Rear Rotor | SRAM HS2 180mm |
| Rear Brake Mount | Postmount 180mm |
| Max Rotor Size | 203mm |
| Grips | Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips |
| Handlebars | OneUp Carbon Bar, 35mm; XS-M: 760mm, 20mm rise; L-XXL: 800mm, 35mm rise |
| Headset | Cane Creek 50 IS Integrated Headset |
| Headset Specification | Integrated IS41/52 |
| Saddle | SDG Bel-Air V3 Lux-Alloy Atmos |
| Seatpost | OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6; XS: 120mm, S: 150mm, M: 180mm, L-XL: 210mm, XXL: 240mm |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | 36.4 |
| Seat Post Diameter | 31.6 |
| Stem | Santa Cruz CNC, 40mm |
| Front Rim | Reserve 30|SL AL 6069 |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss 350, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 28h |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Forekaster 29"x2.4", MaxxTerra, EXO |
| Rear Rim | Reserve 30|SL AL 6069 |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 350 DEG DF, 12x148, MicroSpline, 6-Bolt, 28h |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Forekaster 29"x2.4", MaxxTerra, EXO |
| Valves | Reserve Fillmore Valves |
| Rear Spacing | 148mm |
| Derailleur Hanger | UDH |
| UDH Compatible | Yes |
| Max Chainring Size | 34 |
| Max Tire Clearance | 2.4"; clearance depends on tire and rim model |
| Downtube Storage | Glovebox |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Santa Cruz offers a lifetime warranty on frames and rigid forks for the original owner. Paint, finishes, and decals are covered for 3 years. Pivot bearings, Santa Cruz carbon handlebars, bottle cages, and Reserve carbon rims are covered for life for the original owner. |
Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Included:
- Shimano Di2 EW-EC300 electronic drivetrain battery charging cable.
- FOX 34 Float Factory Grip X fork and FOX Float Factory rear shock setup accessories.
- Santa Cruz Glovebox Tool Wallet and Tube Purse internal storage pouches.
- OneUp dropper seatpost remote lever and cable assembly.
- Reserve / RaceFace tubeless-ready rim tape and tubeless valve stems.
- Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc brake pad transport spacers.
- Burgtec 12x148mm Boost rear thru-axle.
- Safety reflector kit and standard bicycle warning bell.
- Bicycle User Manual Book.
- Official Manufacturer Warranty Card.
Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Carbon Trail MTB General Questions
Q: What riding demands does the Tallboy XT Di2 satisfy?A: The Santa Cruz Tallboy XT Di2 Carbon Trail MTB satisfies aggressive trail climbing and fast flow descending demands with 140 mm front and 130 mm rear travel and 12-speed Shimano XT Di2.
A: Charge the Di2 battery every 1,000 miles via the charging port, clean the 10-51T cassette with solvent, and customize shift button profiles via the Shimano E-Tube app.
A: The chassis utilizes Shimano Deore XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes on 180 mm rotors front and rear for consistent, low-effort stopping leverage.
A: An integrated downtube storage compartment encloses a Tool Wallet and Tube Purse holding spares securely inside the carbon frame without rattles.
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