Santa Cruz Bronson C R1x 2017
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 27.5"
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Travel Front 150mm
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Fork RockShox Pike RCT3
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Groupset XX1 Eagle, XT
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon CC
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Pike RCT3 150 Solo Air
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch Plus RC3
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT M8020 Side Swing
Shift Levers
SRAM XX1 Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG1295; 10-50t
Crank
SRAM XX1 Eagle, 32 Tooth
Bottom Bracket
Included w/ crankset
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle Powerlock
Wheels
Front Hub
Industry Nine Torch Torque Cap; 110x15mm
Rear Hub
Industry Nine Torch 148x12
Rims
Race Face ARC 27
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition Double-Butted
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR; 27.5x2.3
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide Ultimate
Disk Rotors
Avid Centerline; 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Turbine R; 35mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz Carbon 800mm Bar, 35mm clamp
Grips
Santa Cruz Palmdale Lock-on
Headset
Cane Creek 110 series tapered, cartridge bearing
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado SLT
Seatpost
Rockshox Reverb Stealth; 31.6x125mm (S), 150mm (M-L), 170mm (XL)
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 341 mm | 341 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 709 mm | 733 mm | 757 mm | 791 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm |
| Stack | 581 mm | 590 mm | 600 mm | 609 mm |
| Reach | 400 mm | 420 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568 mm | 591 mm | 613 mm | 646 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 420 mm | 460 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1136 mm | 1160 mm | 1184 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 13 mm | 13 mm | 13 mm | 13 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 726 mm | 729 mm | 742 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Bronson C R1x is a Santacruz Bronson model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Bronson bikes models from 2017, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz Bronson R1x 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2999$. Santa Cruz Bronson CC XT 2017 on the other hand costs 8000$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3599$. In conclusion, this bike price is 0% more expensive than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Bronson C R1x components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike RCT3 model. The travel on this model is 150mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The Bronson C R1x 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Santa Cruz Bronson C R1x has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.
