Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson Carbon CC XX1 Eagle AXS Reserve Mountain Bike

Why We Like The Bronson Carbon CC XX1 Eagle AXS Reserve Mountain Bike

When the boss asks if we’re working hard or hardly working, well, it depends on the context because we only work hard if it means getting our hands on the Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon CC XX1 Eagle AXS Reserve Mountain Bike. This no-holds-barred, all options open bike mixes some of the best of the best componentry along with undeniable quality. The Bronson is made for enduro racing and aggressive park riding and tempts us to skimp work to hit the park just one more time before the season ends. The mixed wheelbase expertly has us rolling over obstacles, getting through techy chunder, and flying high over big gaps.

The aggressive and enduro-focused Bronson doesn’t skimp out on geometry. This big-hitter bike is dialed for rolling through aggressive trails and hitting harsh huck-to-flats while out on the dirt. The integrated flip-chip can drop the bike between high and low settings, but in the low setting, we’re running the bike with an ultra-slack 64.5° head-tube angle. This gives the bike a stable feel in the rough but keeps it nimble enough to get us safely through the chunder. The 76.6° seat-tube angle keeps us planted while going up and over-aggressive climbs, while the nice and long 472mm reach on a size large is great for when the speeds get high.

Suspension performance is handled with a mix of Fox and RockShox performance parts, specifically chosen by the Santa Cruz team to give their VPP linkage the best possible riding quality. A Fox 36 fork takes care of the front end, while a RockShox Super Deluxe calms down all the trail chunder thrown its way. Tried and tested drivetrain duties are taken care of with the SRAM Eagle XX1 AXS group, this lightweight and durable drivetrain brings in electronic shifting for reliable shifts with every click of the button. RaceFace hoops have been outfitted to this Bronson, offering a strong 30mm internal width so we can confidently run wider tires to gain an impressive amount of ground contact.

We’re riding into new terrain with the Bronson under our legs and supporting us through our sketchiest moments. The Reserve wheels are bombproof carbon and come in a wide 30mm width to give tires big contact patches. The wide and supportive Maxxis rubber offers plenty of grip in loose and fast terrain, while the mixed suspension compliments the equally supportive VPP linkage. Running the Santa Cruz at the local enduro scene is bound to bring us plenty of podiums and even more smiles along the way.

Details

• Aggressive mixed wheel bike built for enduro racing
• CC carbon frame offers the lightest weight and best ride qualities
• Mixed wheel size for best rolling and acceleration properties
• Rockshox and Fox suspension support big fast hits
• Aggressive Maxxis rubber stays glued to the earth
• RaceFace rims laced to Industry Nine hubs roll smooth
• SRAM XX1 drivetrain for massive range and quality wireless shifting
• 4-piston brakes put on a stop during sketchy moments

Tech Specs

• Frame Material: Carbon CC
• Suspension: VPP
• Rear Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
• Rear Travel: 150mm
• Fork: Fox Float Factory 36
• Front Travel: 160mm
• Headset: Chris King DropSet 3
• Shifters: SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS
• ISCG Tabs: ISCG-05
• Crankset: SRAM XX1 Eagle DUB
• Chainring Sizes: 32t
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, English/BSA 68/73mm
• Cassette: SRAM XG-1295
• Cassette Range: 10-52t
• Chain: SRAM XX1 Eagle
• Brakeset: SRAM Code RSC
• Brake Type: 4-piston hydraulic
• Rotors: SRAM Centerline
• Rotor Size: [front] 200mm, [rear] 180mm
• Handlebar: Santa Cruz 35 Carbon
• Handlebar Rise: 35mm
• Handlebar Width: 800mm
• Saddle: WTB Silverado Ti Fusion
• Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth 31.6mm
• Wheelset: Santa Cruz Reserve 30
• Hubs: Industry Nine Hydra
• Front Axle: 15mm x 110mm
• Rear Axle: 12mm x 148mm
• Tire Clearance: 27.5in x 2.6in
• Tires: [front] Maxxis Minion DHF 3C, Maxxgrip, EXO, TR, [rear] Maxxis Minion DHRII 3X, EXO, TR
• Tire Size: [front, XS] 27.5in x 2.5in, [front, S-XL] 29in x 2.5in, [rear] 27.5in x 2.4in
• Pedals: not included
• Claimed Weight: 30.56lbs
• Activity: mountain biking, enduro
• Manufacturer Warranty: [frame] lifetime