Santa Cruz Vala

The mullet configuration—a 29-inch front wheel paired with a 27.5-inch rear—gives you the best of both worlds. The larger front wheel rolls over obstacles and maintains momentum, while the smaller rear wheel keeps the bike agile and easier to maneuver through tight, technical corners.

By opting for a fixed 600Wh battery rather than a larger, heavier capacity, Santa Cruz keeps the bike's center of gravity lower and the overall weight manageable. This results in a more natural, playful ride quality that feels less like a heavy e-bike and more like a traditional mountain bike.

Yes, the Vala features decoupled flip-chips that allow you to tweak the bike's geometry. This lets you adjust the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to better suit your local terrain or personal preference for stability versus responsiveness.

With 150mm of rear travel and a 160mm fork, this bike is built for aggressive trail riding and enduro-style terrain. It is designed to handle steep, technical descents and rough, rocky sections while remaining efficient enough to pedal back up for another lap.

The Bosch Performance Line CX motor delivers 85Nm of torque, providing consistent, powerful assistance that makes steep, technical climbs feel significantly easier. It is known for its smooth power delivery, which helps you maintain traction on loose or uneven surfaces.

Absolutely. The SRAM T-Type transmission is specifically engineered to handle the higher torque loads of electric mountain bikes. It offers precise, reliable shifting even under load, which is essential when you are putting down power on a climb.