With the Vala, Santa Cruz brings its first Bosch e-MTB to the trail, positioned as an all-mountain/enduro full-suspension bike and geometrically placed exactly between the Bullit and the Heckler. The carbon C-frame with Horst-Link rear suspension and mullet wheelset (29 inches front, 27.5 inches rear) combines the stability of the large front wheel with the agility of the smaller rear wheel. The fifth-generation Bosch Performance Line CX motor powers the Vala together with the integrated 600-Wh PowerTube battery, while the Fox 38 Float Performance Elite fork with GRIP X2 cartridge provides 160 mm of travel in the front, and the Fox Float X Performance Elite shock offers 150 mm at the rear. The SRAM GX Eagle AXS transmission shifts wirelessly and precisely even under load, while SRAM Maven brakes with 200 mm rotors front and rear provide powerful and well-modulated braking. Reserve 30|HD aluminum wheels roll on Maxxis Assegai (front) and Maxxis Minion DHR II (rear) tires, ensuring grip on challenging terrain. A geo-flip chip allows for geometry adjustment to suit riding style and terrain. For riders who want to maintain full control even on rough descents and long climbs without sacrificing range. Excl. preparation fee CHF 50.–