Santa Cruz 5010 5 CC MX - R Kit - Matt Nickel

Flickable, Playful, Built to Send – This Is Trail Riding, Upgraded

The Santa Cruz 5010 C R MX is the bike that turns the ordinary into extraordinary. A pocket-sized trail rocket with mixed wheels and dialed VPP™ suspension, it brings a level of pop and control that makes every ride more fun. Whether you’re boosting off trail features or threading tight switchbacks, the 5010 gives you that “just right” feel of a modern trail bike designed to do it all—with style.

Equipped with 140mm of travel up front and 130mm out back, plus a FOX Float shock and RockShox Pike fork, it strikes a balance between nimble and capable. Matched with a rugged SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain and Santa Cruz’s legendary Carbon C frame, it’s the go-anywhere, send-anything ride that rewards creative riders and rewards session-style fun.

🔥 Why You’ll Love the 5010 R Kit:
✔ Mixed Wheels – 29" front for confidence, 27.5" rear for agility
✔ 130mm of Rear Travel – Keeps it nimble, poppy, and playful
✔ Glovebox™ Storage – With Tool Wallet & Tube Purse included
✔ Carbon C Frame – Same stiffness and strength as CC, more value
✔ SRAM NX Eagle – Reliable 12-speed drivetrain with wide gear range
✔ Maxxis DHR II Tires – Proven traction and cornering grip
✔ Lifetime Warranty – Frame, bearings, and optional Reserve wheels

✅ Component Breakdown (R Kit)

• Frame: Carbon C MX, VPP™ Suspension, 130mm Travel, Internal Routing, Glovebox™

• Fork: RockShox Pike Base, 140mm travel

• Shock: FOX Float Performance DPS, 210x50

• Drivetrain: SRAM NX Eagle 12spd (shifter, derailleur, chain, cranks)

• Cassette: SRAM PG1230 Eagle, 11–50T

• Crankset: SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB, 32T

• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded

• Brakes: SRAM Guide T

• Rotors: Avid Centerline – 200mm front / 180mm rear

• Handlebar: Burgtec RideWide Alloy Bar, 800mm

• Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm

• Grips: Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips

• Wheels: RaceFace AR Offset 30 – 29" front / 27.5" rear

• Front Hub: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h

• Rear Hub: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h

• Front Tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4", 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, TR

• Rear Tire: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR

• Sealant: Reserve Tubeless Sealant

• Seatpost: SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6mm

• Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium, CrMo rails

• Headset: Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated

🛠 Design Features That Make the Difference:

• MX Geometry: Big front wheel + playful rear = snappy trail feel

• Glovebox™ Storage: Built-in essentials stash for trail readiness

• Sag Window: Quick suspension setup visual

• Durable Frame Design: With shuttle guards and internal cable routing

• Rider Support Pledge: Free bearing replacement, lifetime support

💬 Who’s This Bike For?
✅ Trail riders who live for playful riding and creative lines
✅ Fans of mixed wheel bikes who want balance, traction, and fun
✅ Riders seeking Santa Cruz carbon quality at a solid value
✅ Anyone who turns trail obstacles into launchpads