2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon 8

The perfect muse for freethinkers and adventure seekers.

This Santa Cruz is a dedicated hardtail. A great hardtail out of the box, it's also designed as a blank canvas to sculpt your ideal bike. Different configurations are easy with the interchangeable dropouts, along with a low slung top tube and progressive geometry. Get 29" wheels or MX, geared or fixed. There's even a triple-bolt cargo cage mount for all necessary gear.

As the name suggests, the Chameleon will blend into your surroundings. Explore the big city or the trails. It doesn't matter what the weather's like or how long the ride is. You can tackle anything, anywhere. You just need a big imagination.

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Available Colors

2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon 8 in Gloss Navy Blue

2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon 8 in Golden Yellow

Specifications Specifications

Kit	D MX	D 29	R MX	R 29	S MX	S 29
Price	$2399USD	$2399USD	$2949USD	$2949USD	$3749USD	$3749USD
Weight	13.98kg / 30.82lbs	14.06kg / 31lbs	13.21kg / 29.12lbs	13.28kg / 29.28lbs	12.9kg / 28.44lbs	12.99kg / 28.64lbs
Fork	RockShox Recon RL, 130mm, 29"	RockShox Recon RL, 130mm, 29"	FOX Rhythm 34, 130mm, 29"	FOX Rhythm 34, 130mm, 29"	FOX 34 Float Performance, 130mm, 29"	FOX 34 Float Performance, 130mm, 29"
Rear Derailleur	SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifters	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset	SRAM X1 Eagle 148 DUB, 32t	SRAM X1 Eagle 148 DUB, 30t	SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t	SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 30t	SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 32t	SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 30t
Cassette	SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t	SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t	SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t	SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t	SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Chain	SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM SX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Bottom Bracket	SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Brakes	SRAM Level	SRAM Level	SRAM Guide T	SRAM Guide T	SRAM G2 R	SRAM G2 R
Brake Rotors	Avid Centerline 180mm	Avid Centerline 180mm	Avid Centerline 180mm	Avid Centerline 180mm	Avid Centerline 180mm	Avid Centerline 180mm
Headset	Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset	Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset	Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset	Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset	Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Bars	RaceFace Ride	RaceFace Ride	Burgtec Alloy Bar	Burgtec Alloy Bar	Burgtec Alloy Bar	Burgtec Alloy Bar
Stem	RaceFace Chester	RaceFace Chester	Burgtec Enduro MK3	Burgtec Enduro MK3	Burgtec Enduro MK3	Burgtec Enduro MK3
Grips	Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar	Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar	Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar	Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar	Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar	Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Front Hub	SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h	SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h	SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 32h	SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 32h	DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h or E13 SL, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h	DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h or E13 SL, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h
Rear Hub	SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h	SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h	SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h	SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h	DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h or E13 SL, 12x148, XD, 28h	DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h or E13 SL, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims	WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29" Front Rim \| WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 27.5" Rear Rim	WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29" Rims	RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" (f) /27.5" (r) Rims	RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims	RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" (f) 27.5" (r) Rims	RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rims
Spokes	Sapim Race	Sapim Race	Sapim Race	Sapim Race	Sapim Race	Sapim Race
Front Tire	Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR
Rear Tire	Maxxis Aggressor, 27.5"x2.5WT, EXO, TR	Maxxis Aggressor, 29"x2.5WT, EXO, TR	Maxxis Aggressor, 27.5"x2.5WT, EXO, TR	Maxxis Aggressor, 29"x2.5WT, EXO, TR	Maxxis Aggressor, 27.5"x2.5WT, EXO, TR	Maxxis Aggressor, 29"x2.5WT, EXO, TR
Tubes	Stan's Sealant	Stan's Sealant	Stan's Sealant	Stan's Sealant	Stan's Sealant	Stan's Sealant
Seat Post	SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6	SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6	SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6	SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6	SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6	SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Saddle	WTB Silverado Comp	WTB Silverado Comp	WTB Silverado Race Saddle or WTB Volt	WTB Silverado Race Saddle or WTB Volt	WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt	WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle or WTB Volt

Highlighted Features of the 2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon 8

Aluminum Frame

It's the most versatile and hard-working Santa Cruz hardtail ever. Backed by a lifetime warranty.

Internal Cable Routing

This is for a better shifting performance, easier installation, and no cable rub.

Single Speed or Gears

The adjustable dropouts make this a single-speed racer with simple mechanics. Or a multi-geared trailer with ultimate versatility.

Storage Options

There's a triple-bolt cargo cage mount under the downtube and a water bottle mount in the frame.

Geometry Details by Size Geometry Details by Size

Size	S	M	L	XL
Reach	420mm	445mm	465mm	490mm
Stack	620.1mm	629.2mm	638.2mm	647.3mm
Head Tube Angle	65.0°	65.0°	65.0°	65.0°
Seat Tube Length	380mm	405mm	430mm	460mm
Front Center	729.4mm	758.6mm	782.8mm	812.1mm
BB Height	315mm	315mm	315mm	315mm
BB Drop	56/40mm	56/40mm	56/40mm	56/40mm
Wheelbase	1154.4mm	1183.6mm	1207.8mm	1237.1mm
Rear Center	425-437	425-437	425-437	425-437
Head Tube Length	100mm	110mm	120mm	130mm
Top Tube Length	596.1mm	621.3mm	643.4mm	668.8mm
Seat Tube Angle	74.1°	74.3°	74.4°	74.6°
Standover Height	682mm	682mm	686mm	708mm

Frequently Asked Questions

2022 Santa Cruz Chameleon 8

Can I run a 27.5" front and rear wheel on this bike? Can I run a 27.5" front and rear wheel on this bike?

It's not made for a 27.5" front wheel. But you could make it work with around a 150mm travel fork.

How do I switch wheel sizes? How do I switch wheel sizes?

There are two sets of dropouts for a 27.5" rear wheel and a 29" rear wheel. You have to order/install the dropout set you want and switch the wheel itself.

How do I adjust the dropouts? How do I adjust the dropouts?

Watch the video on the Santa Cruz website or the brand's YouTube channel.

Is this bike single-speed compatible? Is this bike single-speed compatible?

Yes, it has sliding dropouts for 12mm of chainstay length adjustment. These can be used for geometry adjustment, or for tensioning the chain on a single speed setup. The dropouts are available in 148x12. And they use the SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger.