Santa Cruz Stigmata

15 reasons to buy

• Experts agree the Stigmata 4 is versatile and capable on terrains ranging from pavement to singletrack.

• Owners and testers describe the Stigmata as a fun bike.

• Reviewers praise the confidence-inspiring geometry and tires.

• The Stigmata has internal frame storage that includes two sleeves with pockets.

• Reviewers appreciate the frame’s balance of stiffness and compliance.

• Experts laud the Reserve carbon rims (Force builds). One says they’re “stiff, comfortable, and super lightweight.”

• The frame and Reserve wheels are backed by a lifetime warranty.

• Santa Cruz chose a threaded bottom bracket and SRAM’s UDH Hanger for more convenient repairs.

• The three single-chainring builds have clearance for 50mm tires.

• Testers say the SRAM Force 1x drivetrain shifts quickly, precisely, and intuitively.

• Experts relish the Stigmata’s “composed” and “stable yet agile” handling characteristics.

• Testers of the top build say the suspension fork and dropper seatpost provide an “incredibly stable” platform for going harder and faster on rough terrain.

• One reviewer says the Stigmata 4 feels more at home the looser the terrain is.

• The “sure-footed” Maxxis Rambler 45mm tires “crush” rocks and dirt in testing.

• The Stigmata’s efficiency and speed on pavement impresses one reviewer.