Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson C GX AXS Transmission Mountain Bike

Why We Like The Santa Cruz Bronson C GX AXS Transmission Mountain Bike

Redesigned for the fifth iteration of aggressive all-mountain prowess, the Santa Cruz Bronson is back, and with it comes some exciting new improvements. The Bronson is known to do it all; from crushing hair-raising descents, finessing through a jump line, and not shying away from a long, grueling climb, the Bronson is our go-to if we could only have one bike. This year, the Bronson updated its geometry for more capability, equipping us with a slacker 64.2-degree headtube angle and longer, size-specific chainstays for more stability on steep terrain. Meanwhile, the steeper seat tube angle, averaging 78 degrees, puts us in a more efficient position to cruise up technical climbs. The redesigned Bronson has a new VPP suspension pivot layout to reduce anti-squat characteristics, rotating the rear shock more forward in the frame and parallel to the ground, making for a more efficient and smoother ride. The Bronson still rides on 150mm of VPP suspension, but it has been fine-tuned for more downhill capability through more progressive suspension kinematics. Thanks to the lower anti-squat characteristics, the Bronson is more active on technical terrain, providing a smoother ride and more traction. Additionally, the frame received a larger cutout above the bottom bracket to make sag reading and setup easier. The Bronson still sports its mixed-wheel setup for the best combination of speed, agility, and efficiency and its threaded bottom bracket and UDH configuration for durability and easy replacements. Of course, we can´t forget Santa Cruz´s beloved Glovebox internal frame storage, which allows us to stash tools, layers, and snacks inside our bike for easy access. The finishing features for the Bronson 5 include chainstay and downtube protection, a flip chip to slacken out our geometry for bike park days, and silent internal cable routing.

The GX Eagle Transmission build of the Santa Cruz Bronson is equipped with quality components and an electronic drivetrain at a more budget-friendly price point than the top-tier builds. Santa Cruz´s Carbon C frame utilizes quality carbon fiber for a stiff and lightweight frame, and the Carbon C version is built to the same standards as the premium Carbon CC frame for reliability. SRAM´s GX Transmission AXS drivetrain gives us the latest technology in the electronic drivetrain market, providing flawless shifting even under load, an auto-adjusting clutch in the derailleur that aligns it back in the proper position should it get misaligned after a crash, and a nearly bombproof design. Reserve 30TR 6061 aluminum rims are lightweight and super durable and are paired with DT Swiss 370 hubs for a premium wheelset. Maxxis Assegai and DHRII tires with proper compounds and casings offer reliable grip and durability all over the mountain. Finally, the Performance Elite Float X rear shock soaks up trail chatter and keeps us gripped to the ground, and the Performance Elite 36, Grip X2, 160mm fork makes quick work of big hits.

*Due to a high demand in the global supply chain and bike industry since the start of the pandemic, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be of equal or better spec level. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.

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Details

• Mid-travel all-mountain machine with new exciting improvements
• Carbon C frame uses premium materials for a stiff and lightweight frame
• 150mm of VPP suspension makes pedaling efficient and descending plush
• Revised pivot placement of lower shock links improves suspension kinematics
• Mixed-wheel setup gives us the best of both worlds for agility and speed
• Fox Performance Elite Float X rear shock is lightweight but very capable
• SRAM GX Transmission AXS drivetrain provides precise shifting and better durability
• Reserve 30TR 6061 aluminum rims are lightweight and durable
• Fox Performance Elite 36, Grip X2 160mm fork has the latest damper tech
• SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth brakes equip us with heavy-duty stopping power
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Tech Specs

Frame Material

Carbon C

Suspension

VPP

Rear Shock

Fox Float X Performance Elite

Rear Travel

150mm

Fork

Fox 36 Float Performance Elite, Grip X2

Front Travel

160mm

Headset

Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated

Shifters

SRAM AXS Pod Controller, 12-speed

Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle Transmission AXS T-Type, 12-speed

ISCG Tabs

ISCG-05

Crankset

SRAM GX Eagle Transmission DUB T-Type Crankset, alloy

Chainring Sizes

32t

Crank Arm Length

[small] 165mm, [medium, large, extra large, xx-large] 170mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB 73mm

Cassette

SRAM GX Eagle Transmission T-Type, XS-1275, 12-speed

Cassette Range

10-52t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle Transmission T-Type, Flattop, 12-speed

Brakeset

SRAM Maven Bronze

Brake Type

4-piston

Rotors

[front] SRAM HS2, 200mm, [rear] SRAM HS2, 180mm

Handlebar

Santa Cruz Carbon

Handlebar Rise

[small] 20mm, [medium, large, x-large, xx-large] 35mm

Handlebar Width

[small] 760mm, [medium, large, x-large, xx-large] 800mm

Grips

Santa Cruz House

Stem

Burgtec Enduro MK3

Stem Length

42mm

Saddle

SDG Bel-Air V3, Lux-Alloy Atmos

Seatpost

OneUp V3, 31.6mm

Seatpost Travel

[small] 125mm, [medium] 150mm, [large] 175mm, [x-large, xx-large] 200mm

Wheelset

[front] Race Face ARC 30, aluminum, 29in, [rear] Race Face ARC 30, aluminum, 27.5in

Hubs

[front] DT Swiss 370, 6-Bolt, [rear] DT Swiss 370, XD, 6-Bolt, 36t

Front Axle

15 x 110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12 x 148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

[rear] 2.5in

Tires

[front] Maxxis Assegai EXO+, MaxxGrip, [rear] Maxxis DHR2 EXO+, MaxxTerra

Tire Size

[front] 29 x 2.5in, [rear] 27.5 x 2.4in

Pedals

not included

Extras

Glovebox integrated frame storage, tool wallet, tube purse, downtube protector, chainstay protector, shock fender, shuttle guard, Flip chip, SRAM UDH compatible

Activity

trail, enduro

Manufacturer Warranty

[frame, handlebar, bottle cage] limited lifetime, [paint, finishes, decals] limited 3 year, [Reserve Carbon Wheel] limited lifetime