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2017 Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC XT Complete Mountain Bike
Santa Cruz’s 2017 Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC XT Complete Mountain Bike pairs top-tier CC carbon construction with Shimano’s XT double drivetrain and boasts the slacker, longer, and effortlessly versatile geometry updates first seen with 2016’s 2.0 release. Of those updates, arguably the most impressive alteration to the old Bronson’s all-mountain pedigree is the head tube, which slacks out from 67 to 66 degrees. This change is complemented by an increase in top tube length, a lower bottom bracket, and a raised lower link, which all combine to allow for strike-free, point-and-click confidence while traversing lines and dropping steps that would make even the previous Bronson hesitate.
Compared to the 1.0 version, the Bronson 2.0’s seat tube also changed, getting 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 Bronson 2.0 also has the latest VPP suspension system represents the latest update to Santa Cruz’s classic VPP. 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 Bronson 2.0 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.
Aggressive all-mountain machine with 150mm of VPP3 suspension
Updated geometry is slacker, lower, and longer
CC Carbon construction reduces weight and increases stiffness
Boost axles further increase stiffness and improve tracking
RockShox Pike RCT3 fork soaks up big hits
Shimano’s XT drivetrain provides a wide range of gears
Santa Cruz blends industry-leading tech with timeless style
2017 Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC XT Complete Mountain Bike
Frame Material:
CC carbon fiber
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:
Shimano XT M8000 SL
Front Derailleur:
Shimano XT M8020 Side Swing
Rear Derailleur:
Shimano XT M8000 GS
ISCG Tabs:
yes, ISCG 05
Crankset:
24 / 34 t Race Face Turbine SL
Bottom Bracket:
included w/ crankset
Cassette:
11 – 40 t Shimano XT M8000
Chain:
Shimano SLX M7000
Brakeset:
Shimano XT M8000
Brake Type:
hydraulic disc
Rotors:
180 / 180 mm Shimano RT86 Ice Tech
Handlebar:
Santa Cruz Carbon
Handlebar Width:
800 mm
Grips:
Santa Cruz Palmdale lock-on
Stem:
Race Face Turbine Basic
Saddle:
WTB Silverado Team
Seatpost:
[size small] Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 125mm travel, [sizes medium, large] Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 150mm travel, size x-large] Rock Shox Reverb Stealth 170mm travel
Seatpost Diameter:
31.6 mm
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
Actual Weight:
Matte Black/Blue, L: 13400g
2017 Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson 2.0 Carbon CC XT Complete Mountain Bike
GEOMETRY CHART
Bronson 2.0 | |||||||||||
Seat Tube
(c-t) |
Effective Top Tube
(eTT) |
Stack
(S) |
Reach
(R) |
Stand Over | Head Tube
(HT) |
Head Tube Angle
(HTo) |
Seat Tube Angle
(STo) |
Bottom Bracket Height
(BBH) |
Chainstay
(CS) |
Wheelbase | |
S | 15.5in | 22.5in | 23.1in | 16in | 28.6in | 3.5in | 66o | 74o | 13.4in | 17in | 44.9in |
M | 16.5in | 23.4in | 23.4in | 16.7in | 28.8in | 3.9in | 66o | 74o | 13.4in | 17in | 45.8in |
L | 18.1in | 24.3in | 23.8in | 17.5in | 28.9in | 4.3in | 66o | 74o | 13.4in | 17in | 46.8in |
XL | 19.5in | 25.6in | 24.2in | 18.7in | 29.4in | 4.7in | 66o | 74o | 13.4in | 17in | 48.1in |
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