Dream Builds: Satchel Cronk's Santa Cruz Megatower

Peer into the workshop of Bike senior editor and former World Cup race mechanic, Ryan Palmer, as this year’s Bike Magazine Editors’ Choice Dream Builds come together. Take an artfully captured and detailed journey as collections of each editor’s favorite components take shape into their vision of the perfect bike. In this video, we see Palmer building our Photo & Video Editor Satchel Cronk's bike, a mean Santa Cruz Megatower decked for the downhills.
SRAM’s groundbreaking AXS wireless system takes care of the power system, suspended on coil and air Fox Factory dampers and completed with Code speed-scrubbers, custom Santa Cruz Reserve/Chris King/DT Swiss wheels, a Deity saddle, a glorious Reverb AXS wireless dropper, and an extra-short, revolutionary Pacenti bar and stem combo. Satchel is over the moon with it, though unfortunately that means we're having a hard time coaxing him into the office these days.
Stay tuned for more on this bike, have a look at all of this year’s Bike Magazine Dream Builds, and try not to drool on yourself.
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Enyone watching this video from india

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[@xxhernitxx]

*Just an awesome **Latest.Bike** ....well constructed, sturdy, great looking…got me back out on the trails!! Could not be happier!!*

[@ameenmahdi.]

Please give me this cycle I given money after the cycle come I given 15000

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[@chasetorongo2363]

I didn’t know Ed Sheeran could build bikes this good 💪 you learn something new each day

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Yeah he looks like him lol

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if there's an artist for assembling something like this, this one guarantee best nominees tip my hat for this builder 🔥

[@donavinshaw1142]

Anyone else find these videos calming? Just me? Ok

[@arivindharanbalakrishnan418]

Definitely

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Ok.. yeah but now if someone decide to buy that bike, just wait to see the final price.. then is definitely alarming again !!! (>_< )

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Yes very , and music i awsome great to fall a sleap

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Anyone watching this video from pakistan.

[@SamWolfandCo.fossickandfind]

I'm 68yo and I still ride for pleasure and some exercise, so watching you build this bike was a dream in motion and I can only dream of such a beautiful mountain bike but it's a nice dream none the less. Thank You for the dream👍👍👍😎💨🏴‍☠️☮

[@herbertthepervert6010]

I'll study hard to have a decent job and someday when I'm financially stable, I could buy that kind of bike of my own. Can't wait to ride one of these in the futuuuure!😍

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Inshallah i could have one of that in the future

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Inshallah

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Me too

[@ethan288]

This video brings back a lot of old childhood memories. Coming up my parent didn't have a lot of money and I can remember one summer building my own bike from junk bikes and spare parts from scratch. Best bike I every had. Thank you for the video!

[@gracebonareri4630]

😠😠

[@hazza788]

@@gracebonareri4630 why

[@ShadowX_491]

Its beautiful The Bike The assembling The Process every bit of that bike was amazing

[@tvurcereality]

But missing details after finsh works...

[@philippeaufhebung9690]

And finally, after putting this beauty on the ground, he quietly puts away the tripod of the Falcon 9 ☝️🚀🤗

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I have no idea why I even ended up here, but now that I am, I'm fully committed. What a beautiful video.

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Es. Una. Santa. Crus

[@Antonio-08]

let's take a moment to appreciate the editing and craftmanship

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What a relaxing and important video...

[@RobinRK1962]

At 60 I've just been introduced again to biking... my Australian shepherd is glad I was

[@Alex-ij2fh]

По моему очень классное видео!!! Смотрю на одном дыхании. Спасибо автору за видео! Лайк не глядя.

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The most satisfying cycle build

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Wanted to lick his finger when he dipd it in the grease

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[@KirichenkoDmitriy]

Я залип глядя на это видео. Залип так что не мог оторваться все 1462 секунды 🤓

[@travism8502]

That worth every sec of watching ,wish got one of these one day 🙏

[@rainrenage8893]

Tell us if you got one we will congratulate you

[@CLBorges92]

That wireless gear change, DAT is some piece of technology...

[@patw999]

A mechanics mechanic. It's truly a pleasure to watch this guy work.

[@sharpsbattle]

A man who has done this many times for many years.

[@mohammedmohammed-ns1cs]

Amazing , just looking at this master piece while you building it is so satisfying , imagine if I own one . I'm speechless 🤐. Great job 👌. And I want to thank the camera man , editor and the extraordinary Director for giving us this phenomenon documentary of a great custom bicycle buider .

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Esporte que cada dia que se passa fico mais apaixonado!! MTB Na veia

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sou apaixonado em mtb tambem ..amo a minh bike e o esporte S2

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@@KirOCaBr i can,t even ride a cycle

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The Background music is extremely relaxing 🥰

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Does anyone know the name of this wonderful song?

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Yeah it was so relaxing I fell asleep😂

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@@cammoandy6498 me too 😴

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Anyone knows the name of the songs?

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[@maxvanderwalt7734]

This is so calming. I love laying in bed and watching something like this before I go to sleep

[@ScoobyDo2009]

Thank you for this video!!! I watch this every night before going to sleep. It’s a lovely and relaxing video that is also informative! Perfect IMHO.

[@Trigun7th]

You have a complete set of tools. This is really assembled with care. A new sub from me 👌

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Yes that is correct 😊

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And me too

[@antoneckhart6004]

Makes me wana start fixing up my own bike with all the right tools? Anyone know where to buy the right tools???

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[@spider19728]

I wish I could afford a master piece like this one day!!

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I need the soundtrack! This is very therapeutic to watch beautiful bike come together with beautiful music.

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If someone gave this beautiful masterpiece to me you best believe i will ride it every single day😍

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This guy is professional. Very nice bike.

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I would like to know what is the song of the first part

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How?

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@@danielcarlson8898 I was about to say, this video hasn’t even been around for a year, how can it be in someone’s recommended for a year? He probably meant it’s been there a while ig.

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This is absolutely amazing!!! There are items used that I didn't even know existed. One day I'd love to have a custom built bicycle!!

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tighten till it clicks, back a quarter turn. AVE wisdom

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I have the same torque wrench, 100% accurate and never needs calibration

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I wish I had always watched the videos from canel and the magazine, got a nice bike for my son, went to school

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*This is so relaxing,but to do this u need to be extra relaxed,focused and reallllllyy calm!! Amazing!*

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That was really therapeutic. Thank you!

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Lo mejor en bike de mundo arte y estilo envuelto en fuerza y creatividad...saludoa desde colombia

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Beautiful bike. Great job on your work!

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Excellent framing, great music for the builder, well-timed, & knowledge of the assembly order makes an excellent instructional video, plus it’s great to watch an expert!

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You really work with that peace of mind in the workshop.

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Yes you will. Trust me.

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you can always steal one! don't let dreams be dreams

[@cameroncope1529]

I don’t usually leave comments on videos but what an amazing bike

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U r very professional,I love ur every technicality and mechanism 👍🏻

[@antoneckhart6004]

What the tire milk he put in there? No innertube? Whats better?

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[@realnawin0]

This is crazy the technology used is really amazing I'm literally falling for this bike

[@Frank-ox8un]

Who has observed how he arranges his tools perfectly?very smart

[@swarnarekha27]

Watching this video from India

[@paper9570]

This was so calming to watch

[@bike_somm]

Love my MegaMeower!!! Just check for the rear 10mm adjustable dropout for loosening after rides & that factory spec rockshox reverb hydraulic post must go! The One Up 210 will be replacing my currently failed Post.. anywho always fun seeing your guys builds & it looks to be a superbly nice bike!

[@theswissrider]

Bike Somm be careful the one up post is not compatible with Santa Cruz VPP frames. There is a warning on their website

[@CodaHale]

​@@theswissrider The v2.1 dropper is definitely compatible with low-slung Santa Cruz frames. You can also get the v2.1 actuator to retrofit v2.0 droppers: www.oneupcomponents.com/products/dropper-actuator-kit-v2-1.

[@thibautnoah2599]

@@CodaHale not compatible with santa cruz nomad 4 unfortunatly

[@CodaHale]

@@thibautnoah2599 They list the Nomad v4 as being compatible on their website. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@voodoo7008]

Finally, someone else that uses a tubing cutter on the fork, instead of a hacksaw.

[@alefe6220]

Alefe Feitosa

[@officialmani2560]

Lol

[@loganperue5938]

Thought that was a pipe cutter, or at least I’ve only used it on copper pipes

[@DeruginizCLS]

I usually use a Miter saw. S/

[@semracakir8075]

Yusuf🚲

[@tchiglo]

Really enjoyed the small details being included in the edit - other build videos edit out the smaller things, but this was done perfectly.

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Damn... That's the most relaxing video i have ever seen...spent 25 minutes and it worths it...

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[@roilev]

I love your beer pouring technique, very inspiring!

[@Maik1968]

This workshop is paradise 🤩😄😎💪👍 thanks for this entertainment and greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 far over the sea 😄👍🌞🍀

[@guapovalentino7027]

Best bike assembler i saw..

[@petersauer94]

Such a perfectionist, absolutely loving these bike builds,the Specialized was gorgeous and this Santa Cruz is also beautiful, watching these videos is so tranquil. 👏👏

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Well I can tell you this that all guys growing up doing dismantling, cleaning & assembling practice on older bikes (like from 20 years back), these new ones are like cool toys in comparison with right tools and such a well equipped shop is not as hard as back on the old days when anyone improvised tools to build-up & straighten the rims for example an old man in my neighbourhood was doing on a turn-lathe part in order to get straight rims.. also today you have staple ball bearings on early bikes they have cones and many (well a certain number) of steel balls in different sizes for : pedals, wheels axes on fork so, when you service the bike that where the nightmare begin, got to be very careful not to lose or mismatch any steel balls putting them carefully each ball back in right place soaked in fresh grease and tie the nuts very carefully not too tight to allow balls to move but not too loose to get too much play that latter might ruin the cones parts or brake the balls inside. So today with all kind of tools and super precise parts like ceramic bearings available and with a skilled mechanic is super easy and fun.. probably the only annoying part is when you must do in hurry more than one bike and each to be different but all are super-urgent awaited by customers..

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Vendo essa bike e olhando a minha chega deu dó kkkk se tiver algum BR da like!

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Aram kkkk

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É impressão minha ou a troca de marcha é eletrônica?

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The music and video wow perfect 😍

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This is the most relaxing thing ive ever seen

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There’s quite a few more. Subscribe to Gee Milner channel and check em out.

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X2

[@thetechking6929]

Yes

[@weichentechnikk8083]

i am always surprised how easy it looks to fit the tires in these videos....i almost died trying to get Minion DHR II Maxx Grip (DH casing) on DT Swiss wheels

[@flunkergamer8895]

It's totally right

[@ClaesN1973]

So smooth. It’s like watching tai-chi for bike mechanics

[@ATULDV708]

I have not money to purchase like this bikes but i love to see them

[@romankostaganov7247]

Mega build!!!! From Russia with love

[@zonedouto7853]

Imma be honest with you. Great Job 🙏🏽👏🏽💪🏽🔥. Watching the 1st few minutes I was hooked. Like really into it. The music, video quality, set up, space, room, tool, drinking his refreshing beverage. Everything done in this video is pure GOLD. It inspired me to view more videos and learn. Learn how to observe the way these bikes are brought to life. Step by step. Keep it up and I have subscribed. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@forreal5154]

I wish to be doing this when I'm retired, YK making bikes for my kids n grandkids 😌

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For real

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It's amazing.🖤✨🌸 Love and respect from Bangladesh🇧🇩🥰

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I have never seem before an automátic changer in a bike, absolutly impresive

[@starsky8351]

This series is keeping me sane while I wait for my new bike.

[@johng8622]

this man has a dream garage and built a dream bike, awesome build

[@unknownsupertramp4897]

Well done, it´s more than a bike.

[@harjotramgarhia348]

One of the dream bikes ❤❤

[@shubhamwaghelasam5523]

Now it is my dream to buy this bike from you one day i will

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Parabéns, que video lindo, é uma pena ser tao pequeno, podia ser tipo um filme de 2 horas rsrsrs show.

[@siddhantmishra7504]

This man.. is incredible.. he's fortunate to spend time on these bikes

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Квинтэссенция гаражного деданизма, можно просто медитировать смотря это видео) 10/10 The quintessence of garage dedanism, you can just meditate by watching this video) 10/10

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[@digantadeka8882]

#BEST video ever. .......In fast video there it is unable to understand step by step. .... thnzs bro...👍👍👍

[@teephud369]

I can't believe he could build that whole bike in 24 minutes and 22 seconds!

[@rippin0775]

Now this... this is as pure as art gets. Much respect brother love these types of videos. Keep it up.

[@billlander3700]

Wish i could afford to have him build one like that for me.they would love it more than my 09 f150. What an outstanding craftsman lol.

[@legitimate_opposition2002]

oh my god it'd Jason borne. He's beginning the believe

[@Rayman-jg6ip]

It’s to believe get it right

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[@preshilthomson8546]

Im from india, im restoring my suncross trailhunter by watching this video 💙✨

[@yashchahal6467]

The moment and the song are awesome

[@maximal9723]

Парни. я верю в тех кто смотрел до конца . Держитесь.

[@user-cw5em5xh4q]

А разве не калаш должен был в канце получится?

[@maximal9723]

@@user-cw5em5xh4q я так же думал когда начал смотреть ))

[@gt9551]

I hope I can have it, the first time I see, I fell in love with the color. ❤️❤️❤️

[@nomeacasoxloginnacxl3932]

Nice work and nice relaxing Miyazaki style relaxing music..👍

[@mavisvermillion4983]

Such a beautiful masterpiece

[@skiboardordie]

Everything was perfect up an till the clipless pedals.. :D

[@mikekeen9710]

my thoughts to lol