Saving weight means little without retaining an appropriate level of stiffness and responsiveness too. So we’ve taken all the acceleration and out-of-the-saddle sprint qualities of a carbon XC race rocket and fused them with a rear-end that still rails corners like a hardcore trail bike.
This unique XC-trail attitude is also reflected in the geometry. The head tube angle (67.1 degree) and reach (425mm) is a little steeper and shorter than a Joplin to meet the demands of aggressive climbing, yet the Wilder’s seat tube angle is a touch slacker and the chainstays a little longer than a Joplin too in order to retain that familiar Juliana confidence on descents. And talking of chainstays, each chainstay length is specific to the individual frame size; meaning riders of every height enjoy the same handling and performance no matter what.
Beyond the details, there are some bigger features that amplify this XC wild child’s abilities. Rapid rolling 29-inch wheels are paired with a 120mm fork to tame the feral lines and smooth the sketchiest of passing maneuvres. There’s even room for two water bottles within the front triangle for bigger training and racing days.
115mm of Superlight suspension, 120mm of front travel
LIGHT CARBON FRAME
At 1857g (w/o shock) size medium the Wilder is the lightest bike Santa Cruz has ever made. Available in Carbon C and Carbon CC.
TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE
Two water bottle mounts to support those all-day pedalfests
BUILT FOR CLIMBING
The head tube angle (67.1 degree) and reach (425mm) is a little steeper and shorter than a Joplin to meet the demands of aggressive climbing
GEOMETRY TO MATCH
Each chainstay length is specific to the individual frame size; meaning riders of every height enjoy the same handling and performance no matter what.
RESERVE 28|XC WHEELS
Replaces the Reserve 25 model, better bead retention, Reserve’s lightest wheelset: Lighter, wider, shallower. Meant for newer Maxxis Widetrail 2.4" XC tires which are popular for elite racers.
