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Santa Cruz Blur TRc With the Blur platform being amongst the most popular in the Santa Cruz bike range since its original inception back in 2003, advances in frame construction, materials, suspension quality and geometry have seen it evolve into 2 distinct models; the 100mm XC Carbon and the longer travel Blur LT. Although both of these bikes have found many suitable owners all around the world, 2012 has seen a new Blur emerge that sits proudly in between that balances the lightweight and race-ability of the XC, with the confidence, handling and plushness of the LT. With 5" of travel front and rear, the Blur TR (for "Trail") from Santa Cruz Bicycles is a balanced all-round trail bike that will take you uphill just as quickly as it will down, and exceeds in rough-n-ready conditions that would have shorter travel bikes bouncing around like a pinball. It's long and low geometry is designed to cover a lot of miles (fast), while the forgiving 125mm of VPP suspension and slacker head angle give you the confidence to tackle steeper terrain like you're on a much bigger bike. Modern frame features like the Tapered head tube also increase the bikes on-trail strength and purpose, and the latest generation of the VPP suspension design uses high quality Angular Contact bearings that roll on oversized 15mm aluminum pivot axles to ensure frame stiffness and longevity backs up the TR's ability. If you're the type of rider that thrives on racing around technical and flowing terrain, the Santa Cruz Blur TR will take you uphill faster than most brands XC race rigs and allow you to enjoy all the jumps, drops and shenanigans on the descent. From Santa Cruz: “An entirely new addition to our family, the Blur TRc defines what we think a trail bike should be. Crafted from carbon fiber, featuring our proprietary lay-up process, the frame weighs a scant 5 pounds with shock included. Patented VPP suspension offers 5 inches of travel and combined with the carbon fiber frame, chassis rigidity is second to none. The top tube length and riding position are evolved from our climb-happy xc bikes – a bit more stretched out than on our longer travel rigs – but mated to a relaxed head angle that is sure to make any dedicated gravity fiend weep with joy.” Virtual Pivot Point The patented VPP suspension by Santa Cruz is characterized by 2 counter-rotating mini links that separate the front triangle from the solid rear swingarm. By creating a "virtual pivot point" for the rear suspension, instead of the fixed main pivot like on a Superlight or Heckler, the Santa Cruz engineers are able to reduce the effect that chain torque (pedaling forces) has on the rear suspension, effectively reducing the pedal "bob" that you would normally get on a dually. In fact, we would encourage you to get out of the saddle and hammer the pedals on a VPP bike to see just how efficient the suspension really is. By reducing the negative effects your pedaling has on the suspension, you are able to climb faster, sprint harder and get more power to the rear wheel in a much wider variety of trail situations - all with less effort. The other cool feature to the VPP suspension is the path that the rear axle takes as it compresses through the travel, allowing for a balance between pedal efficiency and the ability to absorb those square-edge hits on rocks and roots. It all adds up to suspension that does its thing without you having to worry about flicking levers or adjusting your riding style, whether you're on a buff switchback climb or descending a fast-paced rock garden. Santa Cruz have also gone out of their way to ensure that your VPP bike is easy to maintain, with clever grease ports for the lower links bearings and durable hardware that uses basic hex keys to strip down the suspension, all without having to remove the cranks or BB cups. Combined with the stout links and oversized aluminum pivot axles, the VPP design gives you quality suspension in a laterally stiff frame that is easy to maintain and will last you for years to come. Sizing - Small: Suits riders between 5' and 5'5" - Medium: Suits riders between 5'5" and 5'10" - Large: Suits riders between 5'10" and 6'2" - X Large: Suits riders between 6'2" and 6'6" Frame Geometry: The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon features:
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