Santa Cruz Nomad 6 C S Complete Mountain Bike 2024

If you live for the downhill but still need to pedal to get there, the Santa Cruz Nomad 6 C S Complete Mountain Bike is the one, no question. Heck, it’s still the one if the majority of your downhill is lift or shuttle assisted. The Nomad’s superb Lower-Link Mounted VPP® Suspension soaks up all the hits with 170mm of rear travel, and this build comes with reliable, time-tested components like the SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain and RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ Rear Shock. The Nomad is a living legend in the gravity biking world – it’s time to see what all the fuss is about.

Carbon C Frame
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A minimal weight gain of approximately 250 – 280 grams (0.6 lbs) for the C frame over the CC due to the different grade of carbon used. Whether you're riding a carbon CC or C frame, you get exactly the same legendary strength and stiffness because Santa Cruz uses exactly the same manufacturing facility and techniques.

Travel
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170mm Front / 170mm Rear

Lower-Link Mounted VPP® Suspension
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VPP is based on the patented principle of having two short links rotating in opposite directions. This system provides huge design flexibility, allowing Santa Cruz to manipulate shock rates to the intended purpose and character of each model; from short travel endurance bikes to World Championship winning DH machines. This redesign mounts the shock lower on the bike, making for an even better ride quality.

The Glovebox™
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Seal whatever you want to carry on your ride inside your downtube. Secure and easy to access, the Glovebox™ has a Tool Wallet and Tube Purse inside, to help organize your stuff too. Simply cavernous!

Proportional Chainstay Lengths
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With rear ends that match the size range, this bike's geo and ride quality is the same for all riders.

Integrated Flip Chip for High / Low Geometry Setting

Internal Brake & Dropper Cable Routing

Specs

• Biking Type:
  Mountain

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  Biking Type

  Mountain
  Mountain bikes are built for tackling rough terrain with frames made of durable materials like aluminum or carbon fiber, ensuring stability and maneuverability. They feature suspension to absorb impacts from rocks, roots, and drops, providing a smoother ride.

• Used For:
  Enduro

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  Used For

  Enduro

  If you’re looking for maximum performance while flying down heavier trails, an enduro bike is for you. These bikes combine ample suspension travel (typically 150mm+) with descent-focused frame geometry and components that allow for reasonably efficient pedaling.

• Suspension:
  Full Suspension

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  Suspension

  Full Suspension

  Engineered to tackle the most challenging terrain with enhanced comfort and control. Unlike hardtail bikes, full suspension bikes feature both front and rear suspension systems that allow the wheels to move independently from the frame.

• Frame Material:
  Carbon

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  Frame Material

  Carbon

  Carbon is a composite frame material. Unlike metals, carbon is composed of fibrous strands woven into a grid and bonded with epoxy. Carbon is favored by many for its lightness and stiffness but its complexity in fabrication makes it the most expensive option.

• Gearing:
  1 x 12

• Water Bottle Mounts:
  1

• Fork:
  Fox 38 Performance

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  Fork

  Fox 38 Performance
  The Fox 38 is the hard hitting, long-travel enduro specialist. When you need to go really big, reach for the 38. Optimized for 160 – 180mm of travel and packing the same revolutionary feature set as the Fox 36, the 38 redefines what you think a long travel single crown fork is capable of, and sets a new benchmark for confidence, performance and durability.

  Performance Series forks retain the same black anodized 7000 series aluminum upper tubes as Performance Elite, except paired with a GRIP damper. Push-button bleeders are not included but can be purchased separately.

• Stanchion Diameter (mm):
  38

• Fork Travel (mm):
  170

• Rear Shock:
  RockShox Super Deluxe Select+

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  Rear Shock

  RockShox Super Deluxe Select+

  Dreaming of steep climbs, views from the top, and charging bold, technical descents? The mountains are calling and Super Deluxe Select+ is the answer. Loaded with podium-proven technology designed to elevate the hardest-hitting all-mountain bikes to new heights. From the all-new DebonAir+ air spring with tunable positive and negative air chambers to the optional Hydraulic Bottom Out to cushion the blow on heavy impact hits, the only tough decision is which trail to hit today. 

  Shock Adjustments – Separate and Independent Open / Threshold Positions, Air Spring Pressure, External Rebound

• Rear Travel (mm):
  170

• Shifters:
  SRAM GX Eagle

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  Shifters

  SRAM GX Eagle
  With intuitive thumb actuated triggers, theGX Eagle shifter's positive feel gives the rider input to make shifts crisp and discernible every time. Its legendary reliability continues for all-day epics and all-time experiences, with an aluminum trigger ready for inevitable punishment and MatchMaker X compatibility.

• Rear Derailleur:
  SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed

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  Rear Derailleur

  SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed
  The GX Eagle derailleur gets it done with an updated cage architecture that improves chain management. Refined to work with the new 10-52t cassettes, it’s also backwards compatible for the 10-50t versions.

• Crankset:
  SRAM GX Eagle, 32t

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  Crankset

  SRAM GX Eagle, 32t
  Some riders test their limits more than others. For these riders, the GX Eagle crankset allows them to go all in, every day they ride. The best aluminum crankset we make, engineered to deliver consistent performance every ride. Featuring our X-SYNC 2 tooth profile chainring for complete chain control. Each tooth's thickness is toleranced and controlled to work seamlessly with the chain's inner and outer links. Simply put, the forged aluminum GX Eagle crankset is the no frills choice of riders who know.

  FEATURES

  • SRAM's best aluminum crankset.
  • Direct mount interface compatible with chainrings across the entire Eagle Ecosystem.
  • Signature GX colorway as part of Eagle Colorsystem – pairs with all cassettes and chains, from Black to Gold to Rainbow to HardChrome and all-new Copper.
• Cassette:
  SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275

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  Cassette

  SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275
  The new 10-52 Eagle cassette for riders who prioritize all day function over anything else. With an expanded, 520-percent gear range giving riders more ability to spin and recover on the burliest climbs. Featuring FULL PIN technology that uses lightweight, precision engineered steel cogs permanently connected with high-strength stainless steel pins. An open design similar to our X-DOME cassette that aids in mud clearance, giving riders crisp shifting performance and longer component life.

• Chain:
  SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed

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  Chain

  SRAM GX Eagle, 12-Speed
  The GX Eagle chain is designed with SRAM's Eagle geometry, the GX Eagle chain features solid pin construction, Eagle PowerLock and smooth, efficient shifting that you can count on every time out.

  FEATURES

  • All-new Eagle PowerLock chain connector with FLOW LINK technology provides better chain-guiding and increased longevity.
  • Unique features and design also provide significantly improved wear resistance on Eagle cassettes and rings.
• Bottom Bracket:
  SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded

• Pedals:
  Not Included

• Brake Levers:
  SRAM Code R

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  Brake Levers

  SRAM Code R
  For superior braking power, SRAM built Code R with a DirectLink lever mated to an oversized four-piston caliper. Finger ergonomics adapt with a tool-free reach adjust – offering a perfect balance of all forces: reliable, practical and – naturally – powerful.

• Brake Calipers:
  SRAM Code R

• Rotors:
  Avid Centerline 200mm

• Headset:
  Cane Creek 40 Integrated

• Handlebar:
  Burgtec RideWide Alloy Bar 800mm

• Bar Tape/Grips:
  Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips

• Stem:
  Burgtec Enduro MK3 42mm

• Saddle:
  WTB Silverado CroMo

• Seatpost:
  Rockshox Reverb Stealth or OneUp V2 Dropper Post

• Hubs:
  DT Swiss 370

• Rims:
  RaceFace ARC Offset 30

• Front Tire:
  Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip

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  Front Tire

  Maxxis Assegai 2.5" | 3C MaxxGrip
  Greg Minnaar’s signature tire – the Maxxis Assegai – provides tenacious, predictable grip across the entire profile no matter the lean angle. The Assegai can be used front and rear for a surefooted feel or as a front paired with a faster rolling rear tire.

  • 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
• Rear Tire:
  Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxGrip

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  Rear Tire

  Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4" | 3C MaxxGrip
  With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.

  • 3C MaxxGrip: The stickiest, slowest rebounding rubber Maxxis offers.
• Warranty:
  Limited Lifetime (Frame)

Other Notes

Santa Cruz products can only be shipped within the United States

Bike Spec and Price Subject to Change