2016 Santa Cruz Hightower CC XX1 Enve

Top of the line Hightower - an amazing all rounder at 28 lbs. I love this bike but am looking for something with a bit more travel as my body is getting older than the rest of me is willing to accept.

Cam McRae of NSMB had the following to say about the OG Hightower:

https://nsmb.com/articles/introducing-2020-santa-cruz-hightower/

"I kept hearing people talk about how great the original version was. I was told it was classic welterweight; light on its feet and agile but able to take a punch. And yet it was scrappy enough to step in as a light heavyweight. It was one of those bikes that industry insiders spoke highly of, particularly when the conversation started with the somewhat lacklustre HTLT."

"There were some closures in the UCSC zone so we decided to ride Wilder Ranch right next door. This was mostly XC but there were a few rougher and steeper lines and some twisty bits. And I knew what the fuss was about right away. This bike was easy to get along with; nicely balanced and willing to get into its travel. I never pushed it into the ring with Mayweather but the confidence it inspired made me think it could go the distance."

- RockShox Pike RCT3 140 mm
- RockShox Monarch RT3 135 mm
- Enve M60s with I9 hubs
- 9Point8 Fall Line 150 mm dropper - fully rebuilt by them in December.
- XX1 with new XO cassette and chain.
- Guide Ultimate brakes
- Race Face Next SL 170 Carbon Cranks - drive side is brand new as I got a replacement due to some wear by the pedal
- 180 wide 35 mm Renthal Fatbar and Race Face Aeffect stem
- DHR/DHF 2.35s

The frame has some wear as would be expected with regular use - some scratches by the logo as shown in photo. Otherwise in solid shape with a recent tune, new BB and bearings. Also have an extra set of pivot bearings from SC on hand.

Pedals, fender, bottle cage, chain guide not included and I am selling it with the original WTB saddle.