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Discover Jackson Goldstone's new Santa Cruz V10
Jackson Goldstone has proven himself to be one of the most exciting up-and-coming riders to keep an eye on.
The 2021 and 2022 Junior World Cup Overall winner and 2021 Junior World Champion, Jackson Goldstone captured 8 World Cup wins and 13 consecutive podiums throughout his junior career. He even won Red Bull Hardline, beating every elite time set by the pros.
Junior world champ Jackson Goldstone
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Goldstone’s success sparked a jersey change at the end of the season as he opted to join the Santa Cruz Syndicate team, joining legendary names like Laurie Greenland, Greg Minnaar, and Nina Hoffman.
The team change prompted a dominant second junior year that sent him into the elite ranks with all systems firing. So far, Goldstone’s performance on the Santa Cruz V10.8 downhill mountain bike has been nothing short of perfection.
Follow Goldstone's 2023 UCI season
After the first three stops of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup season, Jackson is ranked first overall. He took his first UCI Elite World Cup win in Val Di Sole. Ultimately, his bike setup has played a huge role in the dream season he’s having so far. But what does his full kit look like?
Jackson Goldstone celebrates at UCI DH World Cup in Val Di Sole
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Goldstone’s Santa Cruz V10.8 frame prioritizes smoothness, response, and adaptability. The prototype V10 frame features a Virtual Pivot Point (VPP) shock linkage designed to eliminate unwanted compression and maximize plushness through the rough stuff.
Additionally, the V10.8 comes equipped with an adjustable chain stay that Goldstone likes to keep low chip and long.
Jackson Goldstone's Santa Cruz V10
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“The dream DH bike is loaded with plush suspension support, — so you don’t blow through your travel — has a perfect fit and feel, touchy brakes, and big wheels,” he explained.
His suspension includes a Fox 40 Factory GRIP2 in the front, and a Fox DHX2 Factory, which is tuned specifically for each track. Goldstone likes to keep his tire choice — mullet style with Maxxis 29x2.5 Assegai DH in the front and 27.5x2.4 Minion DHR 2 DH in the rear — and his handlebar height, length, and width consistent from race to race.
The remainder of the bike is constructed with The Syndicate’s classic sponsors (Shimano for drivetrain and brakes, Chris King for headset, and Burgtec for finishing kit).
Fox DHX2 Factory
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Lastly, Goldstone’s finishing touches include lots of VHS tape to reduce chain noise, and a custom red paint job to keep him looking quick.
Jackson Goldstone V10 custom name tag
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Jackson Goldstone's Santa Cruz V10 in detail
- Shock: Fox DHX2 Factory
- Headset: Chris King, 8mm reducer
- Handlebar: Burgtec RideWide DH Carbon 30mm rise, cut to 785mm
- Grips: ODI Elite Pro
- Brakes: Shimano Saint with non-finned metal pads, 203mm Ice-Tec rotors
- Saddle: Burgtec Cloud
- Wheels: Reserve DH / Chris King
- Front tire: Maxxis 29x2.5 Assegai DH
- Rear tire: Maxxis 27.5x2.4 Minion DHR 2 DH
- Cassette: Shimano 10 speed 11-25
- Derailleur: Shimano Saint
- Cranks: Shimano Saint 165mm 36T
- Pedals: Crankbrothers Mallet DH
- Seatpost: Burgtec Xpress Carbon
Jackson Goldstone performs at UCI DH World Cup in Val Di Sole
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Some additional details from Goldstone’s mechanic
- Tire PSI: between 22/24-25/27 depending on track and conditions, always 2psi lower in front
- Fork PSI: settled between 67-69psi, 2 volume spacers
- Shock settings: 450lb spring, HSC-4, LSC-3, HSR-2, LSR-9
Download the free Red Bull TV app to watch Jackson Goldstone put his Santa Cruz V10 bike to the test at the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Fort William, Scotland, from August 4-5.
