To boost the Chameleon’s possibilities, Santa Cruz put a triple accessory mount on the bottom of the down tube, plus a single bottle mount on top. The frame includes internal cable routing for the dropper post, and the brake hose/derailleur cable are routed through the top tube but run externally on the rear triangle. The Chameleon features a threaded BB with ISCG05 chain guide mounts, and offers adequate rear tire clearance to push into the ‘plus’ category, accepting up to 29×2.6” or 27.5×2.8” treads. The dropouts also offer another functional feature – With either rear wheel, you can adjust the Chameleon’s chainstay length from 425mm to 437mm. Attached to the dropouts is a brake post mount for 180mm rotors, and SRAM’s universal derailleur hanger. The rear dropouts are 148mm Boost spaced, and they’re compatible with either a cassette or a single speed/fixie setup. Not only can the Chameleon be adapted to run as a full 29er or an MX bike, all Chameleon models are available with both options. The big news here is the Chameleon’s swappable dropouts- There’s one set that fits a 29” rear wheel and another for running a 27.5”. The Chameleon hardtail is made from aluminum, and all models come set up with 130mm forks. It’s no wonder Santa Cruz’s tagline for the bike is ‘Built for… whatever’! 2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon frame details: Running a 130mm fork, this hardtail could be customized into anything from a dedicated trail machine, to a dirt jumper, to a fixed gear commuter. With its interchangeable dropouts, the 2022 Chameleon can change from a 29er to a mixed wheel size (MX) setup. One that is light enough to race, tough enough to shred, and comfortable enough to take exploring.In your best David Attenborough voice, say “We all know the chameleon is known for adapting to its surroundings by changing color on command…” Apparently Santa Cruz knows these crafty lizards, as they’ve aptly borrowed their name for a highly versatile, rear wheel swapping hardtail. The Chameleon C is ideal for riders who want a bike that can be taken on a range of different terrain. The new carbon Chameleon launches with several build kit options-all anchored by a SRAM drivetrain-which are topped by the SE Reserve build that includes the Santa Cruz's Reserve Carbon rims built to blue Hope hubs, and a matching Hope headset. The new carbon frame is stiffer and more responsive than the aluminum option according to Santa Cruz representatives, and also 250 grams lighter (size large). No longer: This new carbon model should satisfy riders who want all the shreddy attitude of the Chameleon but refuse to compromise on weight. It can rip rocky singletrack and also be loaded up and taken backpacking making it ideal for backwoods adventures.Īnd while different build kits were offered, the Chamelon frame was only offered in aluminum. It is compatible with both 29 (up to 2.6-inch tires) and 27.5 (up to three-inch tires) wheel sizes, and has adjustable chainstay length, so it can be converted to a single speed. Learn More The Chameleon trail hardtail is Santa Cruz’s most versatile frame. Price: $1,600 (frame only) complete bikes start at $3,800 Sizes, S, M, L, XL Material: Carbon Tire Clearance: 29 x 2.6-inch or 27.5 x 3.0-inch Fork Travel: 120mm 29/130mm 27.5+
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