The leader of the Rat pack
Ridden by Ratboy since the day it was born, the Bronson has the biggest personality in our 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.
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 our 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. We 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.
Complementary DMR Vaults with all Santa Cruz
Custom Build your own Bronson here on the Bike Builder
Bronson C R - Kit
Fork: RockShox Yari RC, 160mm, 27.5"
Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select
Rear Derailleur: SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Shifters: SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset: SRAM NX Eagle 148 DUB 32t - 170mm
Cassette: SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t
Chain: SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes: SRAM Guide T
Rotors: Avid Centerline 200/180mm
Handlebar: Race Face Aeffect R
Stem: Race Face Ride
Grips: Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset: Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset
Seapost: Race Face Aeffect Dropper, 31.6
Saddle: WTB Silverado Race Saddle
Front Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHF, 27.5"x2.6", DC EXO TR
Rear Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5"x2.6", 3C EXO TR
Wheels: F: SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
R: SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h
Rim: WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 27.5"
Spokes: DT Swiss Competition
Sealant: Stan's Sealant
Bronson C S - Kit
Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select+ 160mm, 27.5"
Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset: SRAM Stylo 7k 148 DUB 32t - 170mm
Cassette: SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes: SRAM Code R
Rotors: Avid Centerline 200/180mm
Handlebar: Race Face Aeffect R
Stem: Race Face Aeffect R
Grips: Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth, 1X Lever, MatchMaker, 31.6
Saddle: WTB Silverado Pro Saddle
Front Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHF, 27.5"x2.5", 3C EXO TR
Rear Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5"x2.4", EXO TR
Wheels: F: DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h
R: DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 32h
Rim: RaceFace AR Offset 30 27.5"
Spokes: DT Swiss Competition
Sealant: Stan's Sealant
Bronson C S Reserve - Kit
Fork: RockShox Lyrik Select+ 160mm, 27.5"
Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Crankset: SRAM Stylo 7k 148 DUB 32t - 170mm
Cassette: SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t
Chain: SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd
Brakes: SRAM Code R
Rotors: Avid Centerline 200/180mm
Handlebar: Race Face Aeffect R
Stem: Race Face Aeffect R
Grips: Santa Cruz Palmdale Grips
Headset: Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset
Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth, 1X Lever, MatchMaker, 31.6
Saddle: WTB Silverado Pro Saddle
Front Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHF, 27.5"x2.5", 3C EXO TR
Rear Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5"x2.4", EXO TR
Wheels: F: DT Swiss 370, 15x110, Torque Cap, 28h
R: DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h
Rim: Santa Cruz Reserve 30 27.5" Carbon
Spokes: DT Swiss Competition Race
Sealant: Stan's Sealant