Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,399$
Weight | 14.92 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 150mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Select
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
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
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BRONSON R / Carbon C
Suspension Fork
RockShox Lyrik Select, 160mm
Rear Shock
FOX Float X Performance
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Wheels
Front Hub
Front: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h, Rear: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rear Hub
Front: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h, Rear: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 R
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Handlebar
Burgtec Alloy Bar
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips
Headset
Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle
Seatpost
SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
About this model
BRONSON R / Carbon C belongs to the Santacruz Bronson model. There are 77 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Santacruz Bronson bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023 has a starting price of 5399$. Santa Cruz BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 12199$.
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.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C price was 5399$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 50.01% higher.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 14.92 kg (32.89 lbs), Santa Cruz bike is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 4.56% less than BRONSON R / Carbon C.
BRONSON R / Carbon C components
Fork
Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023 bike is equipped with the RockShox Lyrik Select fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C bike has the FOX Float X Performance model installed, and has a travel of 150mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The BRONSON R / Carbon C comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
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, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.