Santa Cruz Nomad 5 (maint)

2021 Santa Cruz Nomad

Maintenance Guide: 2021 Santa Cruz Nomad

Overview

Model Version:	5
Production Start:	2021
Production End:	2022
Suspension/Pivot System:	VPP - Virtual Pivot Point
Material:	Carbon Fiber
Rear Wheel Travel:	170
Size Range:	S,M,L,XL

Resources and References

Flip Chip Resources

Santa Cruz Flip Chip Setup Guide

Frame Specs

Spec	Measurement
Compatible Forks:	170-180mm
Headtube/Headset:	Tapered - Integrated Headset. 1-1/8" Upper bearing and 1.5" Lower bearing. S.H.I.S. IS 41/28.6 IS 52/40
Seat Post:	31.6mm - Minimum Insertion 100mm
Front Derailleur:	N/A - Single Front Chainring Only
BB Shell Width:	73mm - Threaded - ISO
Recommended Max Tire Size:	2.6 - may vary by tire and rim model
Max Brake Rotor Size:	203mm
Rear Hub:	148x12mm Through Axle
Seatpost Clamp:	36.4mm

Suspension

Fork

Fork Compatibilities:

Model	Travel	Compatibility	Resources
	170mm	Yes (Stock Travel)
	180mm		Pinkbike Forum Discussion "180mm Fork on Nomad V5?"

Shock Specs

Measurement	Size (mm)	Size (in)
Rear Shock Eye-to-Eye:	230
Stroke:	62.5
Mounting Bushing Width Front:	25x8
Mounting Bushing Width Rear:	30x8

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