Here's Guy Kestevan's review

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He's abit over the top...

 

I currently have the V2

I switched to a DVO topaz piggyback shock and a fox 36 fit4 140mm travel on mine

It completely changed how the bike rode and responded...it’s way more capable in the rough chunk...not like a big travel bike, you still have to choose your lines, but it can definitely hold its own

I’d imagine the v3 with the piggyback is pretty similar, especially if you make the fork 140mm




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I currently have the V2

I switched to a DVO topaz piggyback shock and a fox 36 fit4 140mm travel on mine

It completely changed how the bike rode and responded...it's way more capable in the rough chunk...not like a big travel bike, you still have to choose your lines, but it can definitely hold its own

I'd imagine the v3 with the piggyback is pretty similar, especially if you make the fork 140mm

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I had mine with 140mm fork but stock rear Fox shock. I agree that the piggy back DPX2 should really help out the rear.

 

Santa Cruz 5010 V3 first look - Mountain Bike Review- Mtbr.com

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bi...mp/s/www.bikemag.com/gear/mountain-bikes/first-ride-new-bronson-5010/?amphtml=1

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/amp22034378/santa-cruz-5010-review/

https://nsmb.com/articles/2019-santa-cruz-5010-v3-ridden-ledge/

https://m.pinkbike.com/news/santa-cruz-5010-2018-first-ride.html

 

yea, the shock was the first thing I changed, before moving to the 36 from the pike

It was definitely what made the biggest difference on how the bike performed and handled


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i too have a 5010 v2 and want something more forgiving. i test rode a remedy and loved it. im waiting for the '19s to come out

 

i too have a 5010 v2 and want something more forgiving.

Same here, but the new long/slacker geo with a 150 fork may work for me.

That said, I've got a 150mm Fox 36 and an X2 on my 5010 v2....

 

Subscribed. I'm either getting a 5010 or Bronson. Don't think I need a Bronson but not sure 5010 is enough.

 

Have you ridden both? I've ridden both in the previous version and they were like night and day different. I much preferred the 5010.

 

I wish we could find out what AtC measurement the new geo is based off of, but I've not been able to find anything on this or the new Bronson either. You can estimate by assuming .5 degree change for every extra 10mm of AtC.

But there is a website out there that will calculate all the measurements for you based off whatever new variable AtC you plug in.

I've got a Nomad v4 as well, so I think a Bronson is too much overlap and this new 5010 would probably be the way for me to go...I think.

 

I wish we could find out what AtC measurement the new geo is based off of, but I've not been able to find anything on this or the new Bronson either.

They used to put geo figures are based off ATC measurements on the geo chart?

This is the V2 chart

 

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This is a goodie!

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he didnt ride the plus wheels so i wouldnt expect much a difference year to year

 

only negative on the v2 was the slack seattube angle. the bike was a blast and so much fun but in the rough stuff i felt more comfortable on the v2 bronson. v3 5010 looks very interesting. sadly the seattube is so short on the xl.

 

sadly the seattube is so short on the xl.

Haha I'm stoked the seat tube is so short, I guess it all comes down to personal preference though. How tall are you (or how long are your legs) to not be able to fit that seat tube with say a 200m dropper? I guess SC would probably suggest you try one of the XXL 29ers if you're too tall for the XL 5010?

 

For anyone that finds this info helpful, I just got max seat tube insertion measurements from Santa Cruz. A medium is 305mm, and a large is 340mm. That means for my size at 5'10" with a 31" inseam, I can fit a 185mm Revive dropper on either.

Now just not sure if I'd want a medium or a large frame...

 

Did you get a bike yet? Im 5'10, 32' inseam and ride sz Lg. Big proponent of going bigger, you get a larger cockpit and much larger sweet spot for balance. I had a med Blur before my first 5010, can't believe what a change it made moving up. Demo a Lg if unsure, but thats what I recommend.

 

currently on a v2 xl bronson with 49,5cm seattube and a 160mm revive dropper. 6´1" height with 89cm inside leg. could also use the 185mm version of the revive. was also on a large v2 bronson and 5010 but it looked really strange with so much seatpost showing. i love to ride steep stuff and i am really fine with the xl bronson seattube length, dont need to drop it more.
v3 5010 is really nice. looks like "blue thunder" the helicopter from the movie. badass.

 

I'm kind of undecided on which size to order. I'm 6'1" with a 30" inseam. I've ridden a large in the past but was leaning towards an XL in the 5010. The fact it has such a short seat tube makes me think I can get away with an XL but I wonder if I'll be giving up too much nimbleness. I'm in the midwest so I mostly dodge trees than roll down techy stuff.

 

Has anyone tried to order a frame? They don’t appear to have any available for order. Full bikes can be ordered, but not the frame yet. Wasn’t sure if anyone had an eta on availability. Thanks in advance.

 

I was told mid September for frames

 

Thanks!

 

Santa Cruz Demo Tour came to my area so I called the LBS to make sure they had V3 5010 and Bronsons on the trailer......."you bet they do," LBS said.........rode a Hightower LT.

 

No one has ridden, bought, or demoed yet?

 

I got mine delivered today. I'll get a ride in tomorrow.

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I’m hoping to buy a frame, but they won’t be available until September.

 

I'm hoping to buy a frame, but they won't be available until September.

competitive cyclist has them in stock I believe

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Just finished this build today, Medium with Fox 36 at 140mm. I have been on the V2 and N4 so it should be interesting to get on this thing and see how it does. I ended up going with 170mm cranks as that is what I'm running on my medium Nomad.

 

Just finished this build today, Medium with Fox 36 at 140mm. I have been on the V2 and N4 so it should be interesting to get on this thing and see how it does. I ended up going with 170mm cranks as that is what I'm running on my medium Nomad. View attachment 1209419

How tall are you? I'm 5'10" and am happy with my medium N4. Thinking I'd get a medium 5010, too.

 

My 5010 v3

Picked up my 2019 5010 v3 (large) last week en route to Mt Bike Oregon.

Swapped out the guide brakes for the new XT 4piston's (m8020's)
and
tossed on my IBIS 735/King wheel set.

Other than that its your typical S-build.
(but came w/ a 170mm dropper on a large...)

Spent 3 days riding around Oakridge on that little beast.
What a blast.
Id have to say SC may have hit the nail on the head w/ this one.

Just an all around trail smasher.

I'll try and get some more pix up soon.
sorry this was all I had.

 

What Shimano pedals are those?

Picked up my 2019 5010 v3 (large) last week en route to Mt Bike Oregon.

Swapped out the guide brakes for the new XT 4piston's (m8020's)
and
tossed on my IBIS 735/King wheel set.

Other than that its your typical S-build.
(but came w/ a 170mm dropper on a large...)

Spent 3 days riding around Oakridge on that little beast.
What a blast.
Id have to say SC may have hit the nail on the head w/ this one.

Just an all around trail smasher.

View attachment 1209431

I'll try and get some more pix up soon.
sorry this was all I had.

 

Took her our for her first ride today. This is the a large carbon S+ build. The pedals really well and handles great. Only went for a quick 8 mile ride this morning on a XC trail close to work. I need to tweak the suspension a little more but overall I was happy with the ride. My plan is to swap out the plus rims with some carbon rims after a couple more rides. I'm not a fan of the 370 hubs. Coming from the 350s on my previous bike, these were a bit disappointing.

 

XTR 25th Anniversary (blue).
Happened to have a spare pair in the box from a few years ago.

 

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5'10"

 

Great. Thanks! I think it will be a medium for me.