gravel bike santa cruz Santa Cruz Skitch Apex Flat Bar, Matte Iron Ore / Large

gravel bike santa cruz Santa Cruz Skitch Apex Flat Bar, Matte Iron Ore / LargeThe Santa Cruz Skitch 1. 1 Apex Flat Bar is built for exploration. Lightweight, fast, and powered by the Fazua Ride 60 system, its designed to cross over between urban commutes, setting gravel speed records, and long distance adventures. With progressive geometry and a flat bar cockpit, the Skitch delivers confidence, comfort, and control for riders who want a performance oriented e gravel experience. Frame & Fork Carbon Frame with Carbon Fork: A

The Santa Cruz Skitch 1.1 Apex Flat Bar is built for exploration. Lightweight, fast, and powered by the Fazua Ride 60 system, it’s designed to cross over between urban commutes, setting gravel speed records, and long-distance adventures. With progressive geometry and a flat-bar cockpit, the Skitch delivers confidence, comfort, and control for riders who want a performance-oriented e-gravel experience.

Frame & Fork

• Carbon Frame with Carbon Fork: A lightweight, responsive platform that balances stiffness and compliance for efficient power transfer and a smooth ride.

• Flat Bar Setup: Optimized for agility and control, giving riders a confident stance for both city navigation and off-pavement adventures.

Power & Drive System

• Motor: Fazua Ride 60 drive unit provides natural-feeling assistance with 60Nm of torque, ideal for quick accelerations and steady climbing.

• Battery: Fazua 480Wh integrated battery delivers ample range while maintaining a low center of gravity and sleek frame integration.

• Ride Feel: Quiet, efficient, and responsive power that feels like an extension of your own pedaling.

Drivetrain & Shifting

• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Apex Eagle 12-speed for wide-range gearing and reliable performance.

• Shifter: SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed ensures precise gear changes in all conditions.

• Cassette: SRAM XG1275 Eagle 10-50t for massive range — perfect for steep climbs or fast, flat cruising.

• Chain: SRAM SX Eagle 12-speed, built to handle the torque of e-assist riding.

• Crankset: Praxis eTor AL 107BCD, designed for efficiency and durability under power.

Braking System

• Brakes: SRAM S-300 hydraulic disc brakes for dependable stopping power.

• Rotors: Avid Centerline 160mm, Centerlock front and rear for smooth, consistent braking performance.

Cockpit & Contact Points

• Handlebar: RaceFace Ride Flat Bar for a comfortable, stable position.

• Stem: RaceFace Ride 80mm for direct steering feel.

• Seatpost: RaceFace Ride 27.2mm – simple, reliable, and durable.

• Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium CroMo – a proven balance of comfort and support for long days in the saddle.

• Headset: FSA IS41/IS52 integrated for a low-stack, clean front end.

Wheels & Tires

• Rims: WTB ASYM i25 28h 700c front and rear – strong and wide for modern gravel tire profiles.

• Hubs: DT Swiss 370 – dependable hubs with Centerlock compatibility (12x100 front, 12x148 rear).

• Tires: Schwalbe G-One Overland Evo 700x50c with ADDIX SpeedGrip compound – fast-rolling on pavement, confident on gravel and mixed surfaces

The Complete Package

The 2026 Santa Cruz Skitch 1.1 Apex Flat Bar is an e-gravel machine that thrives on variety. Commute through the city, link up endless gravel roads, or push into light singletrack — the combination of Fazua power, Eagle gearing, and stable flat-bar handling makes the Skitch a capable and adaptable ride. Fast, practical, and fun, it’s the bike for riders who want to do it all without compromise.