Santa Cruz Bike Intro

The Blur TRc features the same brake mount system seen on Santa Cruz's other frames, which is carbon with aluminum inserts. Photo by Zach White

New offset lower linkage allows the Blur TRc to accept chainguides. This design will trickle into other Santa Cruz frames down the road, too. Note the new zert fittings that have been tucked out of harms way. Photo by Zach White

A nice little touch on the Blur TRc is adding an integrated seatstay guard, in addition to the integrated chainstay guard. Photo by Zach White

Santa Cruz's PR man Mike Ferrentino opts for a more low-key approach to product launches. Photo by Zach White

Only housing guides are found on the Blur TRc as it's designed to run uninterrupted housing for both front and rear derailleurs, as well as hydraulic brake housing. Photo by Zach White

Don't like hydration packs? The Blur TRc features two sets of water bottle bosses, including the "giardia bottle" mounts on the bottom of the down tube. Photo by Zach White

While Santa Cruz uses an aluminum link on the lower pivot to take trail abuse better, the upper link is completely carbon. Photo by Zach White

Can't afford a carbon Tallboy? Check out the new all-aluminum version with a price tag of $,1850 for frame and Fox RP2 - Complete bikes from $2,299. Photo by Zach White

Weighing in at a mere 24.06lbs for a medium without pedals, the new 5-inch travel Blur TRc is a great option for riders who feel a Blur LT may be too heavy, but still want more travel than the Blur XC. Photo by Zach White