Santa Cruz Bronson AL Full Suspension Frame - 2018

Santa Cruz Bronson AL Full Suspension Frame - 2018

Living Up To The Hype

When SCB introduced Bronson, it took the market by storm, redefining what people expected from a 150mm trail bike. Equally at home in the Trans-Provence as it was on The Ridge, updating and improving it was going to be no small feat.

The most visible upgrade is the completely new VPP® link arrangement. The lower link tucks neatly above the bottom bracket, fully-recessed and protected from impacts. Meanwhile the box-section upper link now mounts cleanly to the top tube and enhances lateral stiffness as a result. Shock rate’s been refined in the process too, delivering greater small bump sensitivity and a more progressive mid-stroke.

Geometry has also evolved subtly to meet demand from riders for a bike of this ilk. The seat tube angle’s been steepened, placing the rider right above the cranks and perfectly in position to lay down the power. Meanwhile a one-degree slacker 66 degree head tube angle combines with a 20-25mm longer top tube and shorter chainstay length to create an evermore rally-ready geometry than its predecessor.

Santa Cruz Bronson 2018 Geometry and Sizing

• 148mm Rear Axle Spacing
• 150mm (6") VPP™ suspension
• 27.5" wheels
• Bottle cage mount within front triangle fits piggyback shocks
• Collet axle pivots lock in place without pinch bolts
• Double sealed pivots for long bearing life
• Molded rubber swingarm and downtube protection
• Radial contact bearings maximize stiffness
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Stealth and external seatpost cable routing
• Threaded Bottom Bracket

• Shock: Fox Float Performance DPS
• Suspension System: VPPTM
• Front Derailleur: Direct to Frame
• Headset/Headtube: mixed taper 1.5" Lower, 1'1/8" upper
• Seat Post: 31.6mm
• Seat Clamp: 36.4mm
• Eye to Eye length: 200mm
• Stroke: 57mm
• Fork Compatibility: 150-160mm
• BB Shell: Standard
• Max Tire Size: 2.4"
• Brake Types: Disc
• Water Bottle Mounts: 1x bottle cage mount