Santa Cruz's most notorious thriller, the Bronson, is ready for action no matter what role it's cast into. The Bronson has the biggest personality in the range. From flat out on the trail to fully flat over a table, each new generation redefines expectations of what a 150mm bike can do.
We've created a Twelve50 Bikes / Burgtec colab with some colour matched components to really set off the frame!
Shifting duties are handled by the excellent Shimano XT M8100 Groupset and we've specced SLX M7120 4-Piston brakes to keep things in check when it all gets a bit rowdy!
Hope Pro4 Hubs need no introduction and we've laced them into a set of Stans Flow rims for a strong yet light wheelset that will take a beating.
Frame information.
The new lower-link mounted shock configuration opens up greater possibilities for maximum bump performance, a supportive mid-stroke, and a barely detectable bottom out. It’s like their most capable all-around bike just had a set of afterburners bolted on.
With 150mm of VPP travel on 27.5-inch wheels, the Bronson continually rides the sharp edge between agility and stability. Ideal for negotiating tech-gnar one moment and fast flowing terrain the next, the 160mm fork travel and 65-degree head angle ensure handling remains refined. Meanwhile, the redesigned, one-piece swingarm keeps the rear wheel tracking on point however twisted you get.
There’s plenty of room to run up to 2.8-inch tires on plus rims. They offer build kit options for “regular” 27.5 and Plus using 2.6 tires. It feels like the sorta big is the sweet spot between the Velcro-like traction of plus tires and the traditional feel of a supportive casing on standard-width tires.
Its versatility makes it the go-to choice for those seeking a skeleton key bike to unlock unfamiliar trails with ease