Santa Cruz Bronson R Bike
The Bronson is the core trail bike with a wild side.
150mm of travel with mixed wheels gives the Bronson a playful, corner-hunting personality that turns ordinary trails into playgrounds. This is the Santa Cruz for riders who prioritize fun, style, and the freedom to get loose.
This build pairs a Carbon C frame, 150mm rear / 160mm front travel, SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd shifting and MX wheels. Weight: 34.52 lbs (15.65 kg).
It's right for you if:
You ride for fun first and Strava second
You love jumps, corners, and getting playful
You want MX-wheel agility in a do-it-all package
Why you'll love it:
Mixed-wheel setup built for play
150mm of poppy, supportive VPP travel
Geometry that begs you to find the fun line
The trail bike with a wild side. Come meet it in person.
Reserve Your Ride
(818) 818-6262 | No deposit required.
Call to reserve this bike for in-store pickup at our Canoga Park shop. Every bike we sell includes:
Professional assembly by our lead technician
Full safety inspection: every bolt torqued, every system tested
Personal fitting: saddle height, reach, and controls adjusted to you
Book a Fitting
Not sure which size or model is right for you? Call and schedule a fitting with Steve. He will walk you through frame sizing, riding position, and which bike matches how you ride. No commitment, no pressure. Just expert advice from someone who has been fitting riders for decades.
Highlights
Carbon C Frame
Carbon C
150mm VPP Suspension
FOX Float Rhythm, 230x57.5 shock paired with 160mm fork travel. Santa Cruz's VPP platform delivers support for pedaling and control when the trail drops away.
Drivetrain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd, SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t cassette.
Wheels and Tires
Reserve 30|TR AL -or- Raceface AR30 wrapped in Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ / Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+.
Brakes
SRAM DB8 Stealth
Specifications
Frame | Carbon C |
Fork | RockShox Lyrik Base, 160mm |
Shock | FOX Float Rhythm, 230x57.5 |
Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
Crankset | SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB |
Cassette | SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t |
Chain | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
Brakes | SRAM DB8 Stealth |
Wheelset | Reserve 30|TR AL -or- Raceface AR30 |
Hubs | SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, 6-Bolt, 32h / SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, HG, 6-Bolt, 32h |
Tires | Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5", 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO+ / Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+ |
Handlebar | Burgtec Alloy Bar |
Stem | OneUp Stem, 42mm -or- Burgtec Enduro Stem, 42mm |
Seatpost | SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6 |
Saddle | Fizik Monte -or- SDG Bel-Air V3, Steel |
Weight | 34.52 lbs (15.65 kg) |
Sizes Available | S, M, L, XL, XXL |




