Sixth-generation Santa Cruz V10 now available

We saw it make its debut under the Syndicate riders back in July, and now it can be yours — the sixth generation of what is likely the winningest downhill bike ever is now on sale. Now you can ride what Ratboy rode to a World Cup overall championship and bone-crunching second place at the World Championship.

While the VPP suspension layout remains largely unchanged, the bike is completely new, from the handlebars to the larger, 27.5 wheels. It moves 216mm through its travel in two adjustable geometry positions: High, with a 64-degree head tube angle and 360mm bottom bracket height, and Low, with a 63.5 degree head tube angle and 353mm bottom bracket height.

Santa Cruz says the shock rate is less progressive than the previous model, leading to a more consistent feel throughout its travel. It also has a longer reach in each of its four sizes, as is the current trend, and since it’s a Santa Cruz you’ll still find a threaded bottom bracket.

Customers can build a bike however they desire, starting from a bare frame (in the higher-end CC carbon) with either a Fox DHX RC4 or RockShox Vivid R2C shock for $3,599. The standard C carbon frame built up with a Shimano Zee group and Fox 40 R fork it will set you back $5,699. The CC carbon frame with the downhill-specific, 7-speed SRAM X01 group and Fox 40 Float Kashima is a cool $8,799. And don’t forget there is always the ENVE wheel upgrade option…

The V10 is available in white with red trim and black with white trim. Santa Cruz had the Syndicate team in the office for the annual Holiday party, and the red and white of the new V10 looked right at home.

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