Santa Cruz Bicycles

Stigmata CC Rival/GX Transmission Gravel Bike

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

“CC chassis stiffness keeps the bike tracking when you’re on the gas. Rival AXS ergonomics with a GX T-Type mech manage shifts cleanly across a 10–52t cassette, Easton ARC 25s on DT 370s hold a line in ruts, and Ramblers keep rolling speed high. Threaded BB and UDH make service simple for high-mileage seasons.”

The Stigmata Rival 1x AXS is a race-caliber gravel platform that blends low weight with torsional rigidity for crisp handling at speed. Santa Cruz’s Carbon CC layup delivers a responsive chassis that sprints willingly and stays composed through washboard and off-camber corners. A 27.2mm post and full-carbon fork add vertical compliance without sacrificing steering precision, so you can brake later and carry speed longer when surfaces turn inconsistent.

Rival AXS road controls drive a GX Eagle AXS T-Type rear derailleur across a 10–52t cassette, creating a broad, evenly spaced range that supports high-tempo pacelines and bailout gearing on double-digit grades. Hydraulic Rival calipers paired with 160mm Centerline rotors provide consistent lever feel and heat-stable modulation in dust, rain, and summer heat. Cable-free controls keep the cockpit tidy for bags or race plates and simplify setup.

The wheel package is tuned for real-world abuse and efficiency: Easton ARC Offset 25 rims laced to DT Swiss 370 hubs maintain lateral tracking and reliable engagement, wrapped in Maxxis Rambler 700×45c tires that pair low rolling resistance with dependable edge grip on loose-over-hard. Reserve Fillmore valves streamline tubeless setup and mid-season maintenance. Practical details round out the build—threaded 68mm bottom bracket for straightforward service, UDH compatibility for drivetrain future-proofing, three bottle mounts to extend range, and clearance up to 50mm with 1x (45mm with 2x). At approximately 20.64lb, this Stigmata spec balances start-line punch with the resilience to explore well beyond the course tape.

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