Bike Check: Greg Minnaar’s World Cup Santa Cruz V10

Is Greg Minnaar the GOAT? Well, you could certainly make a case for it. He has won the Downhill World Championships four times, including a banger just last year in Val Di Sole, Italy, and has been World Cup champion three times. Part of the reason the likable South African has stayed on the sharp end of the stick is his focus on bike set up.

Obviously his settings have changed over the years, as bike geometry, components and suspension system has development (and race speed have gotten faster and tracks rougher), but one thing has stayed the same: He is constantly pushing himself to go faster, more comfortably and that focus starts with his bike. 

Check out the latest updates on his bike setup.

Remember when the 29er came of age in downhill? Well, it's no surprise that Minnaar was leading the charge: he's tall, 6 foot 2 inches, and if you've ever stood next to him, leggy. His waist is at least 2 inches higher than most people his size. Point being, an XL-size V10 29er make a lot of sense.