Santa Cruz Bicycles Heckler MX CC XX Eagle Transmission Reserve e-Bike

Ride further and faster expend less energy and have more fun; E-bikes may get some hate but there is no denying the benefits they bring to the mountain biking world. We love the Santa Cruz Heckler for its ability to boost our ride experience by allowing us to reach previously out-of-reach trails while still behaving like a top tier mountain bike. The Heckler recently saw some geometry improvements making the chainstays longer the head tube slacker and the reach longer all aiding in both downhill and uphill performance. With a slack 64. 8-degree head tube angle and a 76. 7-degree seat tube angle in the high setting the Heckler allows us to shred the downhills while keeping us in an efficient position when climbing. The Shimano EP8 motor is more powerful and lighter than previous versions and features Eco Trail and boost modes so we can use the optimal amount of power for our terrain. A bigger 730Wh battery means we can extend our ride to the next peak without worrying about losing power or getting tired and the battery is interchangeable so we can take it out and plug in a fresh one. The CC MX XX Eagle Transmission build of the Santa Cruz Heckler is a do-it-all E-bike and features some of the most impressive components on the market. This model of the Heckler is equipped with Santa Cruz's premium Carbon CC frame for the lightest weight and stiffest frame possible and is also a mixed wheel build featuring a 29-inch wheel up front for rollover capability and a nimble 27. 5-inch wheel in the rear for agility. Santa Cruz fitted this version of the Heckler with SRAM's brand-new XX Eagle Transmission AXS drivetrain providing us with the most precise and reliable electronic shifting on the market. Next Reserve's carbon wheels and Industry Nine's Hydra hubs combine to make a top-quality wheelset that is durable stiff and lightweight. Maxxis tires provide reliable grip on the descents and the rear DHRII tire features a Double Down casing for extra flat p...