Santa Cruz has introduced a new version of the Vala, called the Vala Lite, which is a full-power model. The company has also been releasing other updated models, including the Tallboy, Stigmata, Bronson, and Nomad, with various changes such as new geometries and reduced weight. The Vala itself has been tested with different configurations, including an aluminum frame and a Bosch Gen 5 CX motor.