Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC X01 Eagle Mountain Bike - 2017
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2016's 2.0 reboot saw the Bronson get a slacker head tube angle, longer chassis measurement, and a more power-oriented seat tube tilt, which all contribute to make Santa Cruz's do-it-all rig even more competent across a huge range of terrain and gradients. For 2017, the Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC X01 Eagle Complete Mountain Bike brings back all those changes for another year of trail shredding fun and gets kitted out with a complement of SRAM's groundbreaking X01 Eagle drivetrain, a dropper post, and Race Face ARC 27 hoops.
Of the build kit, the new 12-speed Eagle drivetrain is the clear highlight; however, Santa Cruz's 2.0 geometry changes remains the star of the bike as a whole. Of those 2.0 updates, arguably the most impressive alteration is the head tube, which slacks out by an extra tick on the protractor to drop from 67 to 66 degrees. This change is complemented with a corresponding increase in top tube length, a lower bottom bracket, and a raised lower link — a combination that allows for short-stemmed, strike-free, point-and-click confidence while traversing lines and dropping steps that would cause even the previous Bronson to hesitate. It also effectively erases root lattices and moderate rock gutters, letting you mash across terrain that trail, XC, and even other all-mountain bikes have to pick through with delicate care.
Compared to the 1.0 version, the Bronson 2.0's seat tube gets steeper by almost a full degree for better positioning over the cranks. The revised geometry keeps you on top of the pedal stroke, and relocated links allow for a shorter chainstay, which makes for more efficient power transfer. The back end is further stiffened with the 12 x 148mm Boost axle standard, ensuring that the extra watts produced by the improved pedaling position and shorter chainstays aren't lost to wheel flex. Despite its slacker head tube and longer geometry, the back end configuration helps the Bronson 2.0 pop over cruxes and maintain speed across hard pack.
The latest VPP suspension system is an update to Santa Cruz's classic model. Where the old suspension curve described a deep "U," the new VPP's curve resembles a flattened check mark, with less dramatic ramping on either end of the arc. The results are that, during the initial stroke, the new VPP boasts increased small bump compliance to keep the tires glued to the trail for more traction while climbing across lumpy trails and root lattices. It also maintains its predecessor's firm feel during accelerations while jockeying for position in a mass start or a finishing sprint. The ramp-up arc doesn't dramatically alter as the shock compresses, so the pedaling platform stays consistent across travel, with less wallowing, bob, and bottom-outs—even when the bottom link activates and the axle's path turns rearward to absorb big hits in the deep end of the travel pool.
For all the changes listed above, the Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC's construction remains the same. As with previous Carbon CC frames, the Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC requires less material to hit Santa Cruz's stiffness targets without sacrificing any of the responsiveness of the less expensive, heavier Carbon C models. Both triangles are constructed as whole, monocoque pieces, which also contributes to keeping weight low because the carbon can be wrapped through junctures and around joints. This eliminates the artificial weak points of bonded frames and actually requires less material in the process. While it's being cured, the frame is compacted from inside and out. This final step eliminates excess material and resin pooling, resulting in more structural integrity and, of course, additional weight savings.
Details
- An aggressive all-mountain machine with enduro leanings
- Rides high on 150mm of VPP suspension
- Updated geometry is slacker, lower, and longer in the front
- RockShox Pike RCT3 fork soaks up big hits with composure
- CC Carbon construction reduces weight and increases stiffness
- Boost thru-axles increases stiffness and improve tracking
- X01 Eagle drivetrain adds the ultimate bailout cog
- Santa Cruz blends cutting-edge tech with timeless style
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- Frame Material
- Carbon CC
- Suspension
- VPP
- Rear Shock
- Rock Shox Monarch Plus RC3
- Rear Travel
- 150 mm
- Fork
- Rock Shox Pike RCT3 Solo Air
- Front Travel
- 150 mm
- Headset
- Cane Creek 40
- Shifters
- SRAM X01 Eagle
- Front Derailleur
- n/a
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM X01 Eagle
- ISCG Tabs
- yes, ISCG 05
- Crankset
- 32 t SRAM X01 Eagle Carbon
- Bottom Bracket
- included w/ crankset
- Cassette
- 10 - 50 t SRAM XG 1295
- Chain
- SRAM X01 Eagle PowerLock
- Brakeset
- SRAM Guide RSC
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Rotors
- 180 mm Avid Centerline
- Handlebar
- Santa Cruz Carbon 800mm Bar, 35mm clamp
- Handlebar Width
- 800 mm
- Grips
- Santa Cruz Palmdale Lock-on
- Stem
- Race Face Turbine Basic, 35mm clamp
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado Team
- Seatpost
- [small] Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 125mm travel, [medium, large] Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 150mm travel, [x-large] Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 170mm travel
- Wheelset
- Race Face ARC 27
- Hubs
- DT Swiss 350
- Front Axle
- 15 x 110m Boost
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm Boost
- Tires
- [front] Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, [rear] Maxxis Minion DHR2 TR
- Tire Size
- 27.5 x 2.3 in
- Pedals
- not included
- Recommended Use
- all mountain, enduro
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime on frame
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