Santa Cruz Blur

The Santa Cruz Blur is one of the best trail bikes there is. The current range is split into the XC (cross country racing), the LT (long travel) and the 4x (4X racing). This is one of the previous models when there was just the one Blur.

This Blur has cross country geometry; however the riding position is very neutral in the frame which means that by changing body position the bike is able to tackle most things. The VPP suspension design is fantastic but it is very sensitive to set up so you really do need to be prepared to 'fiddle' until it feels 'just right'. The suspension is so effective that the Blur really does feel like it has double the 4.25 inches of rear wheel travel. It swollows roots, rocks and drops with ease. The geometry makes the bike very flickable in singletrack and the light weight results in very fast accelaration. The owner of this bike hammers it around the trails, uphill and downhill and it comes back looking for more.

The Blur, a fantastic bike with a 'special' feel about it. For general trail work the Blur is difficult to beat especially for the lighter weight rider who prioritises speed uphill.