Are Santa Cruz frames good?
All Santa Cruz bikes are very good. The best bike for you depends on the style of riding you want to do, as well as some other preferences you have. Whichever Santa Cruz model you get, you can expect a quality frame with a lifetime warranty, reliable components, and a well-engineered geometry.
Who manufactures Santa Cruz frames?
Pon Holdings
ALMERE, the Netherlands (BRAIN) — Pon Holdings, a Dutch conglomerate that owns several bike brands including Cervélo, Focus and Gazelle, has purchased California-based Santa Cruz Bicycles. A Pon statement said that the company will remain based in Santa Cruz, Calif., and that co-founder Rob Roskopp will stay on as CEO.
Does the Santa Cruz Chameleon have a dropper post?
All aluminum models now come with a SDG Tellis dropper post, which is great to see. The carbon Chameleons are still available in Bronze and Blue or Gloss Carbon and Green, with either 27.5+ or 29″ wheels for $2,699 USD. Santa Cruz has really slimmed down the 2021 Carbon Chameleon options.
How big are the tires on a chameleon C?
The Chameleon C will accommodate up to 29×2.5 or 27.5×3.0. If you adjust the dropouts back a bit (lengthen chainstays) you can fit some 29×2.6 tires as well
Is there a hardtail version of the Chameleon?
We took the fun-loving, shreddy spirit and adjustability of the beloved aluminum Chameleon and added a lighter, faster, more advanced version of the species. It’s a do-it-all hardtail that is as happy making the most of backyard booter (mis)adventures as it is fully-loaded with camp gear and a color-matched dangle mug.
What kind of animal is a carbon fiber Chameleon?
Carbon, carbon, carbon, carbon, carbon Chameleon… The tin lizard has ascended the evolutionary ladder and is now a fully-imagined carbon fiber creature. It’s Darwinism in action.
What kind of riding does a chameleon do?
Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability?