Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson C Mountain Bike Frame

Conquer trail chaos with the Bronson Frame C—playful, burly, and built for going big

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"This Bronson Frame C hits the sweet spot for riders who want a do-it-all machine that stays composed on chunky descents but still flicks and pops like a park bike. I built mine up mullet-style with a 160mm fork and it absolutely devours tech trails while keeping things lively on jump lines."

When we dream of a single bike that can handle everything from flowy jump trails to steep alpine missions, the Bronson Frame C from Santa Cruz always comes to mind. With its Carbon C layup, mixed wheel setup, and 150mm of VPP™ rear travel, it’s tailor-made for riders who go hard and want a frame that can keep up—no matter the terrain. Whether we’re railing through blown-out berms or boosting side hits, the Bronson never misses a beat.

Santa Cruz pairs this trail-shredding chassis with a FOX Float X Performance Elite shock, delivering controlled progression and plush small-bump compliance. The MX wheel compatibility offers the best of both worlds: a planted 29in front for confidence and a nimble 27.5in rear for whip-happy cornering. With frame details like a threaded bottom bracket, internal cable routing, and a lifetime warranty, the Bronson Frame C is the ultimate platform for an aggressive, all-terrain trail build.

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Details

• Carbon trail bike frame built for aggressive all-mountain riding
• Designed for mixed wheels (29in front, 27.5in rear) for balance of speed and agility
• 150mm of VPP™ rear travel for efficiency and big-hit capability
• FOX Float X Performance Elite shock delivers control on steep, technical terrain
• Clearance for up to 2.5in tires for extra grip and comfort
• Integrated headset and threaded BB shell for easy, reliable setup
• 230 x 57.5mm shock with standard and roller bearing hardware
• One water bottle mount in front triangle
• Item #SNZK1PO

Tech Specs

Frame Material

Carbon C

Suspension

VPP

Wheel Size

[front] 29in, [rear] 27.5in

Rear Shock

FOX Float X Performance Elite

Rear Travel

150mm

SHIS

IS41/IS52

Bottom Bracket Type

73mm BSA Threaded

Cable Routing

internal

Front Derailleur Mount

none

Brake Type

Post-mount disc (180mm)

Seatpost Diameter

31.6mm

Seat Collar

36.4mm

Rear Axle

12 x 148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

2.5in

Dropouts

Replaceable UDH

Manufacturer Warranty

lifetime