Santa Cruz BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 160mm
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Travel Rear 150mm
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Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 36
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Groupset GX Eagle AXS
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS High
142cm - 156cm
XS Low
142cm - 156cm
SM High
154cm - 166cm
SM Low
154cm - 166cm
MD High
164cm - 176cm
MD Low
164cm - 176cm
LG High
174cm - 186cm
LG Low
174cm - 186cm
XL High
184cm - 196cm
XL Low
184cm - 196cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 Float Performance Elite, 160mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 230x60
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX AXS Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
GX AXS Controller
Cassette
SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: i9 1/1, 15x110, 28h, Rear: i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rear Hub
Front: i9 1/1, 15x110, 28h, Rear: i9 1/1, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
Front: RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29", Rear: RaceFace ARC Offset 30 27.5"
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxGrip, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RS
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3, 42mm
Handlebar
Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm
Grips
Santa Cruz Bicycles House Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Medium CroMo
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS High | XS Low | SM High | SM Low | MD High | MD Low | LG High | LG Low | XL High | XL Low |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm | 344 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 722 mm | 722 mm | 757 mm | 757 mm | 786 mm | 786 mm | 811 mm | 810 mm | 842 mm | 842 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 38 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 137 mm | 127 mm | 128 mm | 127 mm | 128 mm | 126 mm | 128 mm | 127 mm | 128 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 599 mm | 621 mm | 623 mm | 630 mm | 632 mm | 639 mm | 641 mm | 653 mm | 655 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 406 mm | 434 mm | 431 mm | 459 mm | 456 mm | 479 mm | 476 mm | 504 mm | 501 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 540 mm | 546 mm | 574 mm | 579 mm | 603 mm | 608 mm | 627 mm | 631 mm | 657 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.6 ° | 76.9 ° | 77.2 ° | 76.7 ° | 77.1 ° | 76.6 ° | 76.9 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.7 ° | 76.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 370 mm | 380 mm | 380 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.7 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 436 mm | 435 mm | 436 mm | 439 mm | 440 mm | 442 mm | 443 mm | 446 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1153 mm | 1158 mm | 1192 mm | 1193 mm | 1225 mm | 1226 mm | 1253 mm | 1253 mm | 1288 mm | 1289 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 10 mm | 13 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm | 29 mm | 32 mm |
| Standover Height | 705 mm | 702 mm | 713 mm | 710 mm | 735 mm | 731 mm | 733 mm | 730 mm | 732 mm | 729 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 142 cm | 142 cm | 154 cm | 154 cm | 164 cm | 164 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 156 cm | 156 cm | 166 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 186 cm | 196 cm | 196 cm |
Model Overview
BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C completes the Santacruz Bronson model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 5399$. Santa Cruz BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 12199$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 9487$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C price is 163.6% more expensive.
Enduro bikes average weight
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Santa Cruz BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C it’s weighing 14.68 kg (32.36 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 2.87% less than BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Performance Elite Float 36 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Santa Cruz BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C bike has the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ 230×60 model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The BRONSON GX AXS / Carbon C comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. 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
There are 10 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 142 cm – 196 cm (4.66 ft – 6.43 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.
