2026 Santa Cruz Stigmata Force 1x AXS RSV

Archived: 2026 Santa Cruz Stigmata Force 1x AXS RSV · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.
• Find the size marking on the bicycle and confirm the fit before judging the condition or price.

Archived: Frame: Carbon CC Gravel · Fork: Carbon · Carbon Fiber

• Inspect the frame in bright light, especially the head tube, bottom-bracket area, chainstays and clamped surfaces. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of impact.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Shifters: SRAM Force AXS · Rear derailleur: SRAM X0 Eagle AXS T-Type, 12spd · Crankset: SRAM Force XPLR, 42t XS/S: 165mm, M/L: 170mm, XL: 172.5, XXL 175mm · Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB 68mm Road Wide BB · Cassette: SRAM X0 1295 Eagle T-Type, 10-52t · Chain: SRAM X0 Eagle T-Type, Flattop, 12spd

• Confirm every shift battery charges and every control operates. Shift through the full cassette under light load while checking pairing, derailleur alignment and response at both ends of the range.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: SRAM Force

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheel size: 700c · Rims: (F) Reserve 25|GR / (R) Reserve 25|GR · Hubs: (F) DT Swiss 350, 12x100, Centerlock, 24h / (R) DT Swiss 350, 12x142, XDr, Centerlock, 36t, 24h · Front tire: Maxxis Rambler, 700x45c, DC, EXO · Rear tire: Maxxis Rambler, 700x45c, DC, EXO

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

Archived: Headset: Cane Creek 50 IS Integrated Headset -or- Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headest · Handlebar: Zipp Service Course SL-70 XPLR Bar, 31.8 XS/S: 42cm, M: 44cm, L/XL/XXL: 46cm · Stem: Zipp Service Course Stem All Sizes: 70mm · Seatpost: Easton EC70, 27.2, Zero Offset All Sizes: 350mm · Saddle: WTB Silverado Medium Fusion, CroMo SL

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.