Santa Cruz Skitch vs. Cannondale Tesoro: Which Superlight E-Bike is Best?
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Restraining…two of the best “superlight” carbon fiber e-bikes back-to-back
Components
Cannondale Tesoro Neo Carbon
• Motor System: Typically powered by the Bosch Performance Line SX, which is Bosch’s lightest mid-drive motor, offering 55Nm of torque and a very natural “bicycle-like” feel.
• Drivetrain: High-end builds often feature SRAM Apex or Rival AXS (wireless electronic shifting) for crisp, cable-free performance.
• Frame/Fork: Full Series 1 Carbon construction with integrated lights and a clean, internal cable routing aesthetic.
• Tires: Usually equipped with fast-rolling Vittoria Terreno Zero tires, perfect for smooth pavement and light gravel.
Santa Cruz Skitch
• Motor System: Powered by the Fazua Ride 60, a sleek, silent system that provides 60Nm of torque. The battery and motor are so well-integrated it’s hard to tell it’s an e-bike.
• Drivetrain: Known for using SRAM GX Eagle AXS or similar high-torque mountain bike-inspired drivetrains to handle steep Santa Monica inclines.
• Frame/Fork: Utilizes Santa Cruz’s legendary CC Carbon, their lightest and strongest grade, giving it an incredibly snappy, responsive ride quality.
• Brakes: Often paired with SRAM Level Silver stealth 2-piston brakes for high-performance stopping power with a minimal look.
