Size: 700 x 32
Weight: 560 g.

Michelin's City tire with reflective sidewalls to enhance safety.

• Features an efficient, smooth-riding tread design
• Puncture-resistant reinforcement under the tread
• Exceptional durability for miles and miles and miles of riding pleasure

Tough Protek Plus layer under the tread was designed to make punctures a thing of the past. The tread pattern makes this tire particularly well-suited to asphalt and cement. 1mm thick PROTEK SHIELD anti-puncture reinforcement under the tread. Special PROTEK COMPOUND rubber mix with antioxidant elements and a reinforced architechture.

Size: 700 x 23
Weight: 200 g.
Max Inflation: 116 PSI.

With a highly visible presence in the pro peloton, the Michelin Pro3 Race professional road-racing tire incorporates technologies originally developed for MotoGP racing. The co-extruded, 100% Silica energy rubber mix delivers 20% more grip in the center of the tread, 40% more grip on the shoulders and exceptionally low rolling resistance. Michelin's ESC (extra supple casing) provides flexibility, performance and lightweight. For added security, the Pro3 Race casing gains a new High Density Puncture Protector (HDPP) nylon belt.

The greatest cyclist of this decade tracks his leg-breaking progress with the Nike Lance 4 Titanium Altimeter Watch. Features include Patented Zero Drift technology delivering extremely accurate altitude information while tracking total elevation gained or lost, and a real-time digital compass that constantly updates your direction as you move. Built with a lightweight, durable titanium case the watch provides 7 alarms for time, altitude and hydration. Water resistant to 100 meters.

Check out all the details below.

• Engraved Lance Armstrong signature on back plate.
• Real-time digital compass updates direction as you move.
• Time, day and date display over two time zones.
• Altimeter for accurate position fix in relation to sea level.
• Cross-cut metal buttons for non-slip button actuation, even with gloves.
• Functions include 1000-hour chronograph, data recall, five interval timers, four time alarms, two altitude alarms and one hydration alarm.
• Barometer for accurate weather trends.
• Water resistant to 100 meters.
• Ultra durable solid titanium case.
• Scratch-resistant mineral glass crystal lens.
• Durable polyurethane strap.
• Two-year limited warranty.

The semi-rimless design means there is no frame rim to block downward view. Optical clarity exceeds all ANSI Z87.1 standards, and XYZ Optics extends razor-sharp vision all the way to the lens periphery. Flak Jacket features Oakley Hydrophobic lens technology, a permanent lens coating that prevents rain and sweat from building up on the lens. It also repels skin oils and other contaminates, so the lens is smudge resistant and easy to keep clean. It even eliminates static electricity, so dirt and dust particles won't cling. VR28 black iridium lens. Case included.

The Pearl Izumi Microsensor Classic short combines comfort, performance and durability, making it one of Pearl Izumi's best loved and enduring cycling shorts. The contour design, with ergonomically placed panels, allows this short to move with you, so you can forget about your clothing and focus on more important things - like your breathing. Eight-panel construction provides excellent muscle compression and support, while flatlock seams provide next-to-skin comfort. And, lightweight Microsensor fabric delivers excellent moisture transfer properties. Elastic waist with drawstring and custom silicone leg grippers keep shorts in place. Pearl's 3-D Elite chamois enhances riding comfort by utilizing dual-density padding with a three-dimensional, anatomic fit. Center channels run the length of the chamois to improve comfort by offering relief in high-pressure zones. MD-XL. Size selection may be limited.

Pearl Izumi 3-D Elite Chamois

• Fusion technology bonds 10mm dual-density padding with ultra-plush microfiber surface
• Seamless 4-way streatch provides 3-dimensional contour fit
• Natural antimicrobial ions reduce bacteria

Slip on a pair of Pearl Izumi ThermaFleece arm warmers and experience the mobility and warmth that only genuine ELITE ThermaFleece fabric can provide. The fabric's nylon face sheds the weather while a brushed poly back is soft next to your skin. Ergonomic paneling delivers an optimized fit with excellent mobility. Elasticized grippers hold warmers in place. Reflective logos enhance visibility. Black or white. XS-XL.

Slip on a pair of Pearl Izumi ThermaFleece leg warmers and experience the mobility and warmth that only genuine ELITE ThermaFleece fabric can provide. The fabric's nylon face sheds the weather while a brushed poly back is soft next to your skin. Ergonomic paneling delivers an optimized fit with excellent mobility. Elasticized grippers hold warmers in place. Leg warmers have rear zippers for easy on/off. Reflective logos enhance visibility. Black or white. SM-XL.

Having pushed the concept of lightweight VPP suspension as far as it could go with the old, aluminum Blur XC, Santa Cruz turned to carbon fiber to take the next step. The Santa Cruz Blur XC Carbon features 105mm of next generation VPP travel (including grease ports in the lower links, angular contact bearings, large diameter pivot axles and enhanced shock rates) tailored specifically to address the hard pedaling dynamics of XC racing while maintaining superb bump absorption. The XC Carbon is a full pound lighter than the aluminum model, with blazing fast acceleration and incredible climbing performance, built with a stable, surefooted geometry and a super stiff, flex-resistant chassis. Caution: When you hop on to your new Blur XC Carbon, you're opening up one big can of "Whoop Ass".

Frame: UD carbon fiber one-piece lay-up with Next Generation VPP suspension. 105mm (4-inch) travel. Aluminum lower link with 4 angular contact cartridge bearings, 4 lip seals and 2 grease ports. Molded carbon fiber upper link. Replaceable derailleur hanger. 16.6" chainstay length. Shock: RockShox Monarch 3.3. Frame Weight (Med): 4.2 lbs. Recommended Fork Travel: 100-120mm. Sizes: SM-XL. Colors: Black or black/orange.

The Next Generation VPP Suspension is mighty fine stuff.

• Patented Counter-rotating Link Design allows flexibility in manipulating shock rates for a huge diversity of uses and delivers incredible bump absorption without wallowing or bottoming.
• The short links (carbon fiber upper, forged aluminum lower) and large diameter axles combine with angular contact bearings to improve chassis integrity and precision handling.
• Grease ports in the lower link and tons of seals throughout provide superior protection that's low maintenance and easy to service.
• Beefy 10 and15mm pivot axles bolt into the frame and feature aluminum collett head hardware to secure the linkage, eliminating any chance of loosening or slop.

Santa Cruz Carbon Technology and One-piece Lay-up.
Before embarking on the production of their new carbon frames, Santa Cruz set rigorous goals - the frames must pedal flawlessly, have virtually no flex, and be extremely strong, but ultra light! They also wanted to eliminate the perception that comfort and handling must be sacrificed to maximize efficiency and minimize weight. To achieve this, the engineers doubled their critical test targets and began making and breaking frames, all the while revising, rebuilding and repeating the process. They tried different modulus combinations and area reinforcement in an effort to make them stronger and stiffer. And then they tested them, and repeated the process again. And again.

All this testing and experimentation rendered a one-piece lay-up process that delivered some very important qualities. First, by laying up and curing the front triangle all at the same time (as opposed to assembling carbon pieces together) they were able to eliminate the overlapping joints that have to be bonded or wrapped with carbon, thus decreasing the amount of material used. Less material means less weight. Second, the unique lay-up process allows continuous fibers to be wrapped between the tubes. The resulting structure is better at distributing loads and absorbing impact energy. It also provides control of the outside and inside shape, delivering superb compaction of the fiber layers during the process. The complete elimination of gaps between the carbon layers keeps resin from migrating to the inside of the tubes. The inside structure boasts no gaps, no filler, no mystery material, no resin pools and no glue-patched sections. Essentially, no skeletons in the closet! Finally, Santa Cruz was able to truly integrate the shock mounts, pivot mounts, dropouts and disk brake tabs into the structure using all uni-directional carbon plies. The result is a clean, bold design that surpasses all of their original goals.

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Earmarked with the latest VPP suspension and a sophisticated carbon fiber chassis, the rock solid Santa Cruz Tallboy 29" carbon frame is designed to be insanely flex-free and fun handling. Using a unique, three-process construction, this curvaceous carbon fiber frame becomes more than just a pretty face, offering amazing stiffness and strength while keeping a feathery-light weight of 5 lbs. 6 oz. (Med). The Tallboy was designed to use a 100-120mm fork, and with 100mm of rear travel, this 29er delivers clean, neutral pedaling without bob or feedback, and plush, bump-eating suspension across the board. Includes a tapered headset.

Frame: Carbon fiber chassis with massive chainstays and rear triangle, tapered head tube, carbon fiber upper link, 15mm aluminum pivot axles (2 lower-1 upper) rotating on angular contact bearings, titanium hardware, grease ports, replaceable dropouts and 100mm of Next Generation VPP suspension. ISO brake mounts accommodate up to 185mm rotors. Shock: Fox RP23. Frame Weight (Med): 5 lbs. 6oz. Recommended Fork Travel: 100-120mm. Wheel Size: 29". Seatpost: 30.9mm Sizes: MD-XXL. Colors: Matte black or orange.


More information:

The Tallboy is designed to use 100-120mm forks and handles best in one of these configurations. However, it is strong enough to handle 140mm forks. So, if you really want, you can go there.

The Tallboy has 100mm of plush VPP rear suspension. The lower link features the same 15mm aluminum pivot axles, titanium hardware, angular contact bearings, grease ports, durability and ease of maintenance that's found on the Blur LT. There's also a carbon fiber upper link, with the same trick hardware and angular contact bearings on the big axle. The frame uses a 6.5" x 1.5" (165x38mm) rear shock. Mounting hardware on both ends is 22mm wide (21.84mm to be exact), with an 8mm through hole. The shock is a very common size, and there are plenty of other models on the market that will fit.

The Tallboy requires a bottom swing (high clamp), top pull, 34.9mm front derailleur. Both SRAM and Shimano make models that work well.

Santa Cruz never likes to make promises as to the largest tire that will fit the Tallboy, since tire dimensions vary so much between manufacturers. But, pretty much any 2.35" tire will work.

Unfortunately, Tallboy is not compatible with the new Sram XX group. All of the current Santa Cruz models (including the Tallboy) were designed to offer the maximum tire/mud clearance, while still clearing all available cranksets on the market. Unfortunately the XX is significantly narrower in the chainring area than anything else in the marketplace, and just doesn't fit on Santa Cruz frames. This is due to the larger size chainrings and decreased chainline of the XX system.

A final thought:

Big wheels work well for a lot of people, but are a godsend for the big and tall set. As such, Santa Cruz offers the Tallboy all the way up to XXL - which comes with an appropriately sized 25.9 top tube and 45.6 wheelbase. All of the frame sizes feature the same short, stiff 17.5 chainstays.