The Santa Cruz V10 is one of the most successful bikes on the DH circuit, having won multiple World Cup and World Champs titles under the Syndicate team. We took the cheapest version out to the hills to see just how the winning pedigree measures up.
Adjustable geo and workhorse build
While the C frame is full-carbon, it’s cheaper than the CC version and roughly 250g heavier. Santa Cruz’s twin-link VPP layout delivers 216mm (8.5in) of rear travel. Details include 157mm rear axle spacing, dual-sealed pivots, integrated fork bump stops, grease ports in the lower link and a threaded bottom bracket (our preferred choice).
Cables are routed externally for easier maintenance. ‘High’ and ‘low’ geometry settings alter the head angle by 0.5 degrees (from 64 to 63.5 degrees) and the BB by 6.5mm (360-353.5mm). The choice of five sizes is unusual for a DH rig.
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The Performance series Fox shock offers a super-supple, controlled stroke
A carbon frame and race-winning pedigree don’t come cheap, but a build based on Shimano's second-tier Zee group keeps this complete bike respectable as far as downhill rigs go. It’s not the flashiest kit but all works well together.
Eye-wateringly fast
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