Bronson 2.0 Carbon R1 Complete Mountain Bike - 2017
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Continuously refined for all-mountain mastery, the 2017 Santa Cruz Bronson 2.0 Carbon R1 Complete Mountain bike competently charges down technical trails with menacing rocks and no-fall lines. However, instead of being relegated to lift-accessed downhills and shuttle runs like many of its longer-travel brethren, the Bronson easily powers itself up steep hillsides with a well-balanced geometry taking cues from the Nomad. Realizing this, it's really no surprise to see the Bronson 2.0 excelling at enduro events where downhill confidence is of utmost importance, yet uphill efficiency is certainly meaningful.
This particular version sports Santa Cruz's C-level carbon for an exceptionally stiff bike with snappy acceleration and efficient climbing prowess. The 2017 Bronson 2.0 retains a 66 degree head tube angle, roomy cockpit, and short chainstays for conquering descents and railing around berms. 150mm of VPP3 suspension soaks up the biggest, baddest hits without wallowing under acceleration needed for quick uphill bursts and out-of-saddle sprints. The 74-degree seat tube angle lends a well-balanced feel for long climbs by efficiently placing power to the pedals. New for 2017, the addition of a 110mm Boost thru-axle reinforces the front wheel for improved tracking across rock gardens and root-latticed singletrack.
The big story with the Bronson 2.0 is the revised VPP3 suspension, which features a stiffer box-section upper link and cleanly tucked away lower link that prevents damaging rock strikes. This revised suspension platform benefits from increased small-bump sensitivity for better traction over roots and rocks. Mid-stroke progressiveness is enhanced, preventing you from unnecessarily blowing through travel. And to ensure longevity, double-sealed pivots prevent dirt and trail debris from compromising the suspension.
This well-equipped R1 kit includes reliable components that keep you riding confidently with minimal hassle. Overhauling the front fork, Santa Cruz includes FOX's Rhythm 150mm fork with micro-adjustability between Open, Medium, and Firm settings. Another new addition, the R1 kit ditches the previous Shimano 2x drivetrain for SRAM's NX 1x11 drivetrain. This 1x11 drivetrain offers a wide range of usable gears without a pesky front derailleur to worry about. Rounding out this package, the WTB STP i23 wheelset is tubeless-ready for optimal traction and bump compliance across rugged trails.
Details
- All-mountain masterpiece is composed across demanding terrain
- 150mm of VPP3 suspension for descending and climbing prowess
- Aggressive geometry is slack, with ample cockpit room
- C-level carbon frame offers uncompromising stiffness
- Fox Rhythm 150mm fork smooths out unruly stretches of trail
- SRAM NX 1x11 drivetrain provides a wide range of usable gears
- Santa Cruz crafts bikes on the forefront of technology and style
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- Frame Material
- Carbon C
- Suspension
- VPP
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Monarch RT
- Rear Travel
- 150 mm
- Fork
- FOX Rhythm
- Front Travel
- 150 mm
- Headset
- Cane Creek 10 ZS
- Shifters
- SRAM NX 11-speed
- Front Derailleur
- n/a
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM NX 11-speed
- ISCG Tabs
- yes, ISCG 05
- Crankset
- 32 t Race Face Aeffect AL
- Bottom Bracket
- 73mm BSA threaded
- Crank Arm Length
- [Small] 170 mm, [Medium- X-Large] 175 mm
- Cassette
- 10 - 42 t SRAM XG-1150
- Chain
- SRAM PC-1110
- Brakeset
- SRAM Level T
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Rotors
- 180 / 180 mm SRAM Centerline
- Handlebar
- Race Face Chester
- Handlebar Width
- 785 mm
- Grips
- Santa Cruz Palmdale lock-on
- Stem
- Race Face Ride 35
- Saddle
- WTB Volt Race
- Seatpost
- Race Face Ride
- Seatpost Diameter
- 31.6 mm
- Wheelset
- [rims] WTB STP i23
- Hubs
- [front hub] Novatec D711, [rear hub] Novatec D712
- Front Axle
- 15 x 110mm Boost
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm Boost
- Tires
- [front tire] Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, [rear tire] 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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