Official sizing guide for 2026
Santa Cruz designs bikes born from the steep, technical terrain of the Santa Cruz Mountains, prioritizing descending capability and rider confidence at speed. Their VPP (Virtual Pivot Point) suspension platform is tuned per frame size, and their modern geometry philosophy emphasizes longer reach and slacker head angles to keep riders centered on the bike in demanding conditions.
| Size | Height Range | Inseam Range |
|---|---|---|
| S | 5'3" - 5'7"(160 - 170 cm) | 28.3" - 30.7"(72 - 78 cm) |
| M | 5'6" - 5'10"(168 - 178 cm) | 30.3" - 32.7"(77 - 83 cm) |
| L | 5'9" - 6'1"(176 - 186 cm) | 32.3" - 34.6"(82 - 88 cm) |
| XL | 6'0" - 6'4"(184 - 194 cm) | 34.3" - 36.6"(87 - 93 cm) |
| XXL | 6'4" - 6'8"(192 - 203 cm) | 36.2" - 39.0"(92 - 99 cm) |
| Size | Height Range | Inseam Range |
|---|---|---|
| S | 5'4" - 5'8"(162 - 172 cm) | 28.7" - 31.1"(73 - 79 cm) |
| M | 5'7" - 5'11"(170 - 180 cm) | 30.7" - 33.1"(78 - 84 cm) |
| L | 5'10" - 6'2"(178 - 188 cm) | 32.7" - 35.0"(83 - 89 cm) |
| XL | 6'1" - 6'6"(186 - 197 cm) | 34.6" - 37.4"(88 - 95 cm) |
Specific sizing recommendations for Santa Cruz's most popular bike models. Geometry measurements shown for reference size (typically M or 54cm).
Trail bike with 145mm rear and 150mm front travel. The long-low-slack geometry rewards sizing based on reach—riders who prefer a playful feel should consider the smaller size in their overlap range.
Enduro bike with 160mm of mixed-wheel travel (MX). Built for aggressive descending with a 64-degree head angle—most riders fit true to size, and the mullet wheel setup lowers standover compared to full 29er bikes.
Long-travel enduro/freeride bike with 170mm rear and 180mm front travel. The slackest geometry in the Santa Cruz lineup demands confidence—size up only if you need more stability at extreme speed.
XC trail bike with 120mm of VPP suspension. The most efficient climber in the lineup with steeper seat angles—riders wanting a racier position may size down, while trail-focused riders should stick to recommended sizing.
Gravel and cyclocross bike with carbon frame and clearance for 45mm tires. Drop-bar geometry is more aggressive than typical gravel bikes, reflecting its CX racing roots—size up if comfort over long distances is your priority.
Use our free calculators to determine your ideal Santa Cruz frame size based on your measurements.
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