Santa Cruz BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
6,349$
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 Fox Performance Float 36
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Groupset GX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 Float Performance, 160mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
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
DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rims
RaceFace AR Offset 30 Rims
Spokes
Sapim Race
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, Maxx- Grip, EXO, TR (27.5” tire on size XS), Rear: Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, Maxx- Grip, EXO, TR (27.5” tire on size XS)
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code R
Cockpit
Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3
Handlebar
Burgtec Alloy Bar
Grips
Santa Cruz House Grips or Burgtec Bartender Pro Grip Minnaar
Headset
Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Race Saddle or WTB Volt
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6 or Race Face Aeffect
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" |
Model Overview
BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX completes the Santacruz Bronson model. Santa Cruz launched 77 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Santacruz Bronson bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Santa Cruz BRONSON R / Carbon C 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 5399$. On the other hand, Santa Cruz BRONSON XX1 / AXS / RSV / Carbon CC / MX 2023, is the most expensive and costs 12199$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Santa Cruz BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX price was 6349$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX price is 76.41% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Fox Performance Float 36 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ rear shock model, which has a travel of 150mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Santa Cruz BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The BRONSON S / Carbon C / MX comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
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.