Santa Cruz Hightower C 70 2026 – Negro Mate

Santa Cruz Hightower C 70: Ready for Every Trail
All-Terrain Capability
Big on wheels and short on fuss, the
Santa Cruz Hightower C 70
is built to be the ultimate
go-anywhere mountain bike
. With a perfectly balanced mix of travel, wheel size and modern geometry, this MTB delivers the confidence and control riders need for everything from big mountain adventures to everyday trail sessions.
Modern Mountain Biking, Refined
Designed for the demands of today’s trail and enduro riding, the Hightower’s full-carbon frame and Fox suspension offer exceptional efficiency on climbs and impressive stability on technical descents. This is a mountain bike that feels lively under power, supportive in the mid-stroke, and composed when the gradient steepens – a true all-rounder for riders who want a single MTB capable of tackling varied terrain.
Technical Performance Where It Counts
The Hightower’s suspension package is anchored by the
RockShox Lyrik Fork
fork up front and a
FOX Float Rhythm
shock at the rear, delivering controlled, consistent support across aggressive trail and enduro terrain. Paired with the precise, durable shifting of the
SRAM 70 Eagle T-Type drivetrain
, this setup provides a responsive and dependable platform for riders who demand efficiency on climbs and confidence on technical descents.
A True All-Terrain Thriller
Blending strength, precision and all-round performance, the
Santa Cruz Hightower
stands out as a premium
mountain bike
for modern riders. From sublime natural singletrack to demanding built trails, it offers a fast, confident and controlled ride – a genuine all-terrain thriller ready for anything the mountain throws your way.
Geometry
Geometry (Hi/Lo)
S
M
L
XL
XXL
Reach
435/432
460/457
480/477
500/497
525/522
Stack
623/625
632/634
641/643
659/661
668/670
Head Tube Angle
64.2°/63.9°
64.2°/63.9°
64.2°/63.9°
64.2°/63.9°
64.2°/63.9°
Head Tube Length
110
120
130
150
160
Rear Center
434
436
439
442
445
Front Center
771
800
825
853
883
BB Height
344/341
344/341
344/341
344/341
344/341
BB Drop Front
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
BB Drop Rear
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
29/32
Wheelbase
1206
1237
1264
1296
1328
Top Tube Length
572
595
614
636
662
Seat Tube Length
380
405
430
460
500
Seat Tube Angle
77.6°/77.3°
77.9°/77.6°
78.2°/77.9°
78.3°/78°
78.4°/78.1°
Standover Height
721
723
725
727
731
FAQs: Santa Cruz Hightower
Basics
Technical
Purchasing
Basics
What size bike do I need?
Below is the recommended sizing for the Santa Cruz Hightower . Here you should measure your height with your shoes off.
Small
154cm – 165cm
Medium
165cm – 175cm
Large
175cm – 185cm
Extra Large
185cm – 193cm
XX-Large
193cm – 200cm
Please Note: Many bike brands’ size guides overlap slightly. This is because small adjustments like seat position can accommodate riders who fall between sizes. When you’re in this overlap zone, the choice comes down to preference: a larger size for a more stretched-out ride, or a smaller size for a more compact feel.
At MTB Monster, we help customers on a daily basis choose the right size bike for their needs. We consider your measurements, riding style, and past bikes to help recommend the best size. If you’re in doubt at all or want to just confirm your thoughts please
contact us
and we would be glad to help.
What is Frame Protection and is it worth fitting it to the Hightower?
Frame Protection in our opinion is money well spent. Your bike is an expensive investment and frame protection helps to protect your paintwork from scratches, scuffs and chips to keep your bike looking spotless for years to come. In essence, frame protection is a custom cut, self-healing frame protection film made from Lotus Pro 10 – 10.3mil thick TPU film (or similar) designed specifically for mountain bikes and electric bikes. It features a ceramic-embedded hydrophobic top coat that effectively repels water, mud, and dirt, making post-ride cleanups faster and easier. Kits are available in both gloss and matte finishes and unless specifically requested we would fit the kit to match the finish of your paintwork. Some bikes have a mixture of matte and gloss paintwork and in most cases mixed finish kits are available. The material of a frame protection kit will act as an extra layer of clear coat and can make the finish of raw carbon more prominent due to the way that the light refracts. Similarly, fitting a matte finish kit can produce a more satin finish and mean that the kit is slightly more visible than when it is installed in a gloss finish.
Currently there are 3 options available
1. Supply and fit.
Our trained and experienced mechanics can install frame protection kits here so that your Santa Cruz Hightower arrives fully protected and ready to ride. We recommend a 48 hour curing period to ensure that the film adheres properly to the frame, so your order will take a little longer to arrive — but it will be well worth the wait.
2. Supply Only.
If you choose to install the kit yourself, we’ll provide you with the kit, instructions, and a squeegee. Just select “Supply Only” and your kit will arrive with your bike — there is no delay to dispatch with this option. There are many informative videos online to guide you through installation. We would advise watching these in advance to see if you feel confident to fit the kit. Patience is a must when it comes to installation.
3. N/A.
Choose this option if you would prefer not to have frame protection fitting.
Please note: If no frame protection kit has been designed for the bike yet, no option other than N/A will appear. However, there is a very good chance we may still be able to get one designed or custom templated to fit. If this is of interest, please
contact us
here and we can look into it as soon as possible.
What is tubeless setup and can the Hightower be set up tubeless?
So, what’s a tubeless setup? Traditionally, inner tubes are inflated with air to create a cushion between the rim and tyre. In contrast, a tubeless setup ditches the inner tube and relies on a specially designed rim with an airtight seal. A self-sealing liquid is added directly inside the tire, and air is pumped through a special valve to inflate the tyre. This allows riders to run lower pressures for better grip and comfort, and the sealant can plug small punctures on the fly, reducing flats.
However, it’s important to note that bike manufacturers send their bikes to us in varying degrees of readiness to be set up tubeless. For example, some may supply suitable tubeless-ready tyres, but not the valves or sealant, while others arrive with everything you need. So here at MTB Monster we’ve checked and answered the following two questions;
Can the Santa Cruz Hightower be set up tubeless? Yes, this bike can be set up tubeless.
What option do I need to select, if I want the bike setting up tubeless before I receive it?Your bike is set up tubeless from the factory. If you’d prefer inner tubes instead, please let us know.
What equipment & info will the bike arrive with?
In the box, you’ll find your owner’s manuals with your Pre-Delivery Inspection Checklist, signed off by our Cytec qualified mechanic. This details all the checks that have been completed along with an ‘Important Information’ sheet explaining the advised pre-ride checks to be carried out to ensure the bike is safe to ride and that it will perform at its best. We advise keeping this document safe in case it is required in the future.
We also include the relevant allen keys to assemble your bike (normally 2), brake separators to keep your brakes apart whilst the wheel is out of the bike along with any manufacturers manuals, and any extras the brand has included. Some manuals are now only accessible online and paper copies are not included, if you require any assistance accessing manuals for your new purchase please get in touch.
It is worth being aware that bikes are rarely supplied with pedals included. This information will be detailed in the specification of the model you choose. If your bike is not supplied with pedals and you don’t currently have any suitable ones, we have a great range on offer here
Any promotional freebies such as an MTB Monster mudguard will also be included in your box.
If you feel you are missing any parts of your kit please
contact us
within 24 hours of delivery so that we can help.
Is it possible to see the Hightower in your showroom & is it possible to have a test ride or demo it?
Showroom
Viewing
While we showcase Santa Cruz Bikes and often have the Hightower model on display, we can’t guarantee the exact bike you see online will be ready to view at any given time. This is because bikes might be recently sold, boxed in our warehouse, or still with the manufacturer. To ensure you see a specific bike you’re interested in, please
contact us
before your visit & we’ll do our best to have it available on the day of your visit or make alternative arrangements.
Can I demo & test ride the Santa Cruz Hightower?
We stock a wide variety of mountain bikes for you to test ride at our
showroom
in the North-West of England. Our selection features various sizes, brands, and motor options, allowing you to compare different types of mountain bikes. We offer test rides ranging from quick car park loops to more in-depth demos, tailoring the experience to your needs.
To see whether the Santa Cruz Hightower is available to view or try out, please
contact us
& we do our best to arrange something with you prior to your visit.
What type of bike is the Santa Cruz Hightower and what is it designed for?
The bike is classed a trail bike, and is designed for exploring new trails or going on longer rides where you encounter varied terrain. More relaxed geometry than a Cross Country bike and an excellent balance of climbing ability and downhill capability making it a great all-rounder.
What type of terrain is the Hightower ideally suited towards?
This bike excels on a variety of technical trails with technical descents. Up to and including black routes at trail centres.
How should you clean & maintain the Santa Cruz Hightower?
Cleaning a bike doesn’t need to be overcomplicated, a brush and hose pressure method is the best way. We advise against using a pressure washer as this often drives water behind seals, washing grease from bearings and also forces water into electrical components. It’s also best to avoid any harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners as these can damage the finish of the frame and components. MTB Monster offer a range of
recommended cleaning products
that are designed for ebikes and non-ebikes.
Can you tell me about the Santa Cruz brand?
Born out of California in the early 90’s, Santa Cruz and mountain biking go hand in hand. Since the start over 30 years ago, Santa Cruz has created high quality, category-leading bikes combining both pedability and descending prowess that are built to last lifetimes of real world action.
I’m new to riding, what essential bits of kit do I need to get going?
Getting started can seem daunting but there’s only a couple of kit items that are essential for a safe and self-sufficient bike ride.
Above all else, a
helmet
is the most essential piece of kit. It dramatically increases safety when you’re out riding. To put this in context, if you visited a UK mountain bike trail centre, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone riding without one. Rider protection wise, this can be extended to
gloves
,
knee pads
and
elbow pads
depending on type the terrain that you are looking to tackle.
We would always recommend riding with a
spare inner tube
,
tyre levers
and
pump
. Most riders have a story about the time they got caught out with a puncture, usually in horrible weather and miles from the endpoint of the ride, learn from our mistakes 🙂 Additionally, a number of mechanicals can be resolved on the trail with a handy
multi-tool
, these usually contain a range of hex keys, torx keys and occasionally a chain breaker to help you get to the end of the ride and into a fully equipped workshop.
For any additional advice, feel free to
contact us
and we’ll be more than happy to help.
Where can I ride the Santa Cruz Hightower?
Local to store, we have Longridge Fell, Gisburn Forest and also Darwen Moors & Rivington. Within around an hours drive, you have the Lake District, North Wales, Yorkshire Dales & the Peak District offering a wealth of amazing riding opportunities. If you’re ever looking for a route nearby, let us know and we can point out some highlights.
Throughout the wider UK, there are over 20,000 miles of bridleway and over 16,000 miles of national cycle network. Additionally, canal paths, forest roads and cycle lanes all offer a great network to connect your ride and minimise the amount of time that you need to ride on busy roads. A good starting part to find some fun mountain bike specific routes that cater for all abilities are trail centres. These are designed specifically for mountain bikes and are often located through the UK’s many forest areas. Some great websites to check out as a starting point are; mbwales.com (Wales), dmbins.com (Scotland), forestryengland.uk/cycling (England) and mountainbikeni.com (Northern Ireland). One of our personal favourite riding spots at MTB Monster, is within the Tweed Valley area in Scotland, where the design of the tracks are simply world class and cater for all abilities.
Technical
Where can I find all of the major components that come on the bike?
If you scroll up the page to just below the image, you will see a green tab labeled ‘technical’ containing the specification of the bike with all of the componentry details on the Santa Cruz Hightower.
Alternatively,
click here
to go directly to this tab.
Can you fit a water bottle on the bike?
Yes, a water bottle can be mounted to the downtube.
What warranty comes on the Santa Cruz Hightower?
Frame:
As Santa Cruz have a hand in all the stages from design to carbon layup, greasing links and torquing frame bolts, they are able to offer a lifetime frame warranty, lifetime pivot bearing replacement and a crash replacement scheme should the worst occur.
Components fitted the bike
All components fitted to the bike are covered under warranty by the respective manufacturer which is typically two years however in some cases, this can vary and items such as suspension are subject to servicing being carried out.
Does the Santa Cruz Hightower come with pedals?
Whether or not a bike is supplied with pedals is at the discretion of the manufacturer. If you select the technical tab on any product page you will see ‘pedals’ as a one of the items and here it will tell you if they come as standard from the manufacturer. By reducing the number of components included with a new bike, manufacturers can minimise waste and packaging. With so many different types of pedal available it’s unlikely that anything manufacturers include will suit everyone. If you require pedals and they are not listed as included in the specification of your chosen bike you can find the range that we offer
here
and of course if you are unsure please get in touch for some friendly advice.
Can I get hold of spare / replacement parts easily for the Santa Cruz Hightower?
Yes, all of the brands we deal with carry a large number of spare parts to support their customers. If you have purchased a bike from MTB Monster, our rider support team will work with you and the team at Santa Cruz to get you the parts you need as soon as possible.
Can I add upgrades to the bike?
Yes, most upgrades on the Santa Cruz Hightower are fine, if you fancy changing the brakes, adding some blingy new grips, or maybe a change of fork, you’re welcome to make these changes. However, just make sure they are both suitable & compatible with the bike.
Purchasing
Why choose MTB Monster?
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4.9 / 5
Google Reviews
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Free front mudguard with every bike
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We accept most Cycle To Work schemes
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All bikes built by Cytech qualified mechanics
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0% APR finance available (subject to status)
Do you offer 0% finance for the Santa Cruz Hightower?
Yes you can spread the cost of your new Santa Cruz Hightower, with 0% APR financing, we offer this on all our bikes, making monthly payments more manageable.* For many of our higher-priced products, the option of 0% APR financing for up to 48 months is also available*.
MTB Monster offers financing options through a number of various providers to help you spread out the cost of your new e-bike. Here’s how to find the details:
– Locate the boxed area titled “Finance Options” situated below the “Add to Cart” button on the product page.
– This section will list the different financing providers MTB Monster partners with.
– Click the “Learn More” button next to each option to explore the specific terms, including interest rates and monthly repayment terms offered by the provider*.
– With multiple finance options to choose from, we suggest opening all of the “Learn More” links to discover the ideal plan for your needs.
By following these steps, you’ll gain all the necessary information to determine if financing your Santa Cruz Hightower purchase is the right choice for you.
* Remember, terms and conditions apply, and approval is subject to your status
Do you accept Cycle To Work vouchers? How does it work?
Yes, we accept Cycle to Work vouchers for the Santa Cruz Hightower from all the major providers.
Cycle To Work is a government initiative which offers the most cost-effective way to purchase a new bike. It’s fundamentally a salary sacrifice scheme meaning that the repayments for the bike are deducted out of your wage before tax and national insurance saving you between 33% and 43%!
The first step is to contact your HR department or your accountant to check that you are eligible to access a voucher and discuss any questions that you might have about how the scheme is run at your workplace.
Once you have confirmed that you are eligible for a voucher, it’s best to place a
£200 deposit here
to reserve the bike of your choice to prevent stock from selling out while your voucher is being arranged.
I’m still sorting my payment method, can I reserve a bike?
You are more than welcome to place a £200 deposit to reserve the bike while you are finalizing your payment method to prevent the bike from selling out in the meantime.
We are more than happy to reserve a bike for up to 3 weeks but please let us know if you need us to reserve the bike for longer so that we can best know your situation and accommodate this.
If you want to place a £200 deposit, please fill out the options on the product page to reveal a pre-order button (see image below).
The bike is not yet in stock, can I pre-order one?
Absolutely, the best way to reserve a new model is to place a £200 pre-order which will reserve an allocation to receive one of the first bikes. Without a deposit in place, there is a good chance that the bike may sell out before it comes into stock.
If you want to place a £200 deposit, please fill out the options on the product page to reveal a pre-order button (see image below).
How will the bike be delivered & what are the setup requirements?
The following 2 links demonstrate in detail the answers to this question:
How your bike is packaged
How to build your new bike
What are the delivery options?
If you
scroll up the page
to just below the image, you will see a green tab labeled ‘Collection & Delivery’ containing all of the information required for collection & delivery.
Alternatively, the information is also availble on our
‘Collection & Delivery’
page.
Can I collect the bike in the store?
You are more than welcome to collect the bike in store. This is a great option if you are unfamiliar with some of the technology on the bike. We can run through a full handover and you can pick our brains to answer any questions that you might have about some of the systems or technology on the bike, the best accessories for the bike and also all the best local riding spots.
I still have more questions, can I speak to someone?
Yes of course, we’d be happy to help, either call us or
contact us