Santa Cruz Chameleon Aluminum R
Details
The Chameleon changes to suit its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of simple, swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to single-speed racer to husky bikepacking mule, or anything in between.
Depending on setup and skill level, the Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around use. Going for maximum speed and rollability? Go 29er. Riding mostly loose terrain? Get some Plus tires that provide traction for days.
The most versatile bike in our range ticks even more boxes.
- Aluminum frame
- FOX Rhythm 34 120 fork
- WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 29 Rims with SRAM hubs
- Maxxis tires
- 12-speed NX Eagle drivetrain
- Race Face Aeffect dropper seatpost
A dropper seatpost allows you to quickly lower and raise your seat to give you an ideal riding position. Dropping your seat creates a lower center of gravity for better control and maneuverability on steep descents, while raising it puts you at normal riding height for efficient pedaling.
Construction can include either hydraulic- or cable-actuated systems and the post’s travel can either be infinitely adjustable or stopped at set intervals, depending on the model.
Dropper seatposts come in standard lengths and diameters and vary by the amount of travel.
Pedals sold separately
Specs
| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX Rhythm 34 |
| Headset | Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset |
| Axles |
Front: 15x110mm Rear: 12x148mm |
| Rims/Wheels | WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 29" Rims |
| Hubs |
Front: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110mm, 32h Rear: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148mm, 32h |
| Spokes | DT Competition (32) |
| Tires |
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.3" EXO TR Rear: Maxxis Ardent Race 29x2.35" TR EXO |
| Crankset | SRAM NX Eagle 148 DUB |
| Chainrings | 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Cassette/Rear Cogs | SRAM PG1230 11-50T |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Handlebars | Race Face Ride 35x760mm |
| Tape/Grips | Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips |
| Stem | Race Face Ride 50mm |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide T |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Race Saddle |
| Seat Post | Race Face Aeffect 150mm |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN |
|---|---|---|
| Black / Small | 192219129600 | 58-20194-106-2-677-002601 |
| Black / Medium | 192219129624 | 58-20194-106-3-677-002601 |
| Black / Large | 192219129648 | 58-20194-106-4-677-002601 |
| Black / X-Large | 192219129662 | 58-20194-106-5-677-002601 |
| Bronze / Small | 192219129594 | 58-20194-106-2-626-002601 |
| Bronze / Medium | 192219129617 | 58-20194-106-3-626-002601 |
| Bronze / Large | 192219129631 | 58-20194-106-4-626-002601 |
| Bronze / X-Large | 192219129655 | 58-20194-106-5-626-002601 |