Bronson

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If in doubt, take a Bronson out

From flat out on the trail to fully flat over a table, if you wanna send it the Bronson delivers.
The 150mm-travel bike can go deep on any landing and the VPP™ suspension design makes sure that there’s no wasted energy when heading back up for another go. If you value style at speed or want to have fun feeling fast, then mixed wheels (29” up front, 27.5” out back) are the right choice. The larger front wheel provides more traction and stability that’ll make you feel more confident squaring off the turns and diving for the inside lines. But a 27.5-inch tire in the rear means this bike still loves getting up on the back wheel and into the air.

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Key Features:

Available in:	Carbon C and Carbon CC
Wheel Size:	MX
Front Travel:	160mm
Rear Travel:	150mm

Santa Cruz Bicycles Bronson full suspension carbon MX mountain bike

Choose Build Kit

Contact your local dealer for pricing

Weight: 32.89 lbs / 14.92 kg

Choose a size

Please note: Price, Weight, and Parts Spec information is subject to change.

32.89 lbs / 14.92 kg

32.37 lbs / 14.68 kg

32.36 lbs / 14.68 kg

XT RSV

32.31 lbs / 14.66 kg

X01

31.14 lbs / 14.13 kg

X01 AXS RSV

30.8 lbs / 13.97 kg

XX1 AXS RSV

30.56 lbs / 13.86 kg

Frame

6.72 lbs / 3.05 kg

Materiaal Carbon C Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon C Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon C Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon C Our C Carbon frames use the same proprietary processes of the highest spec CC Carbon frames to match the same legendary strength and stiffness standards. But the use of a different grade of carbon material results in a minimal weight gain. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon CC CC denotes our highest grade carbon fiber frames. Use of the very best materials in the composite results in the lightest, best handling bikes. CC level bikes are also specced with the best wheels, drivetrains and suspension on these models. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon CC CC denotes our highest grade carbon fiber frames. Use of the very best materials in the composite results in the lightest, best handling bikes. CC level bikes are also specced with the best wheels, drivetrains and suspension on these models. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon CC CC denotes our highest grade carbon fiber frames. Use of the very best materials in the composite results in the lightest, best handling bikes. CC level bikes are also specced with the best wheels, drivetrains and suspension on these models. Learn More	Materiaal Carbon CC CC denotes our highest grade carbon fiber frames. Use of the very best materials in the composite results in the lightest, best handling bikes. CC level bikes are also specced with the best wheels, drivetrains and suspension on these models. Learn More
Rear Shock FOX Float X Performance	Rear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Select+	Rear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Select+	Rear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Select+	Rear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate	Rear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate	Rear Shock RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate	Rear Shock -
Vork RockShox Lyrik Select, 160mm	Vork FOX 36 Float Performance, 160mm	Vork FOX 36 Float Performance Elite, 160mm	Vork FOX 36 Float Performance Elite, 160mm	Vork FOX 36 Float Factory, 160mm	Vork FOX 36 Float Factory, 160mm	Vork FOX 36 Float Factory, 160mm	Vork -
Achter derailleur SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	Achter derailleur SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Achter derailleur Shimano XT M8100, 12spd	Achter derailleur Shimano XT M8100, 12spd	Achter derailleur SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd	Achter derailleur SRAM X01 Eagle AXS, 12spd	Achter derailleur SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS, 12spd	Achter derailleur -
Shifters SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	Shifters SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Shifters Shimano XT M8100, 12spd	Shifters Shimano XT M8100, 12spd	Shifters SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd	Shifters SRAM GX AXS Shifter	Shifters SRAM AXS Paddle Shifter	Shifters -
Cassette SRAM PG1230, 12spd, 11-50t	Cassette SRAM XG1275 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	Cassette Shimano XT M8100, 12spd, 10-51t	Cassette Shimano XT M8100, 12spd, 10-51t	Cassette SRAM XG1295 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	Cassette SRAM XG1295 Eagle, 12spd, 10-50t	Cassette SRAM XG1295 Eagle Rainbow, 12spd, 10-50t	Cassette -
Ketting SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd	Ketting SRAM GX Eagle, 12spd	Ketting Shimano XT, 12spd	Ketting Shimano XT, 12spd	Ketting SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd	Ketting SRAM X01 Eagle, 12spd	Ketting SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12spd	Ketting -
Trapas SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas Shimano XT 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas Shimano XT 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas SRAM DUB 68/73mm Threaded BB	Trapas -
Balhoofd Cane Creek 10 IS Integrated Headset	Balhoofd Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Balhoofd Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Balhoofd Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Balhoofd Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Balhoofd Cane Creek 40 IS Integrated Headset	Balhoofd Chris King DropSet 3 Integrated Headset	Balhoofd -
Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4", 3C, EXO, TR	Achterband -
Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband Maxxis Minion DHF 29"x2.5, 3C, MaxxGrip, EXO, TR	Voorband -
Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant Stan's Sealant	Sealant -
Voornaaf SRAM MTH 716, 15x110, Torque Cap, 32h	Voornaaf DT Swiss 370, 15x110, 6 bolt, 28h	Voornaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 6 Bolt, 28h	Voornaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 6 Bolt, 28h	Voornaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 6 Bolt, 28h	Voornaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 110x15, 6 Bolt, 28h	Voornaaf i9 Hydra, 15x110, 28h	Voornaaf -
Velgen RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen RaceFace AR Offset 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen Reserve 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen RaceFace ARC Offset 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen Reserve 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen Reserve 30 29" Rim f, 27.5" Rim r	Velgen -
Achernaaf SRAM MTH 746, 12x148, 32h	Achernaaf DT Swiss 370, 12x148, XD, 28h	Achernaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, Microspline, 6 Bolt, 28h	Achernaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, Microspline, 6 Bolt, 28h	Achernaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, XD, 6 Bolt, 28h	Achernaaf Industry Nine 1/1, 148x12, XD, 6 Bolt, 28h	Achernaaf i9 Hydra, 12x148, XD, 28h	Achernaaf -
Remschijven Avid Centerline 200mm	Remschijven Avid Centerline 200mm/180mm	Remschijven Shimano XT RT86, Ice Tech, 203mm/180mm	Remschijven Shimano XT RT86, Ice Tech, 203mm/180mm	Remschijven Avid Centerline 200mm/180mm	Remschijven Avid Centerline 200mm/180mm	Remschijven Avid Centerline 200mm/180mm	Remschijven -
Remmen SRAM G2 R	Remmen SRAM Code R	Remmen Shimano XT 8120	Remmen Shimano XT 8120	Remmen SRAM Code RSC	Remmen SRAM Code RSC	Remmen SRAM Code RSC	Remmen -
Crank SRAM Descendant Eagle 148 DUB 32t	Crank SRAM GX Eagle 148 DUB 32t	Crank Shimano XT M8120 32t	Crank Shimano XT M8120 32t	Crank SRAM X1 Eagle Carbon 148 DUB 32t	Crank SRAM X1 Eagle Carbon 148 DUB 32t	Crank SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS 148 DUB 32t	Crank -
Stuur Burgtec Alloy Bar	Stuur Burgtec Alloy Bar	Stuur Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise	Stuur Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise	Stuur Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise	Stuur Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise	Stuur Santa Cruz 35 Carbon Bar, 800mm, 35mm Rise	Stuur -
Stuurpen Burgtec Enduro MK3	Stuurpen Burgtec Enduro MK3	Stuurpen Burgtec Enduro MK3	Stuurpen Burgtec Enduro MK3	Stuurpen Burgtec Enduro MK3	Stuurpen Burgtec Enduro MK3	Stuurpen i9 A35	Stuurpen -
Zadel WTB Silverado Race Saddle	Zadel WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle	Zadel WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle	Zadel WTB Silverado Medium Cromoly SL Fusion Saddle	Zadel WTB Silverado Medium Stainless Fusion Saddle	Zadel WTB Silverado Medium Stainless Fusion Saddle	Zadel WTB Silverado Medium Ti Fusion Saddle	Zadel -
Zadelpen SDG Tellis Dropper, 31.6	Zadelpen RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6	Zadelpen RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6	Zadelpen RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6	Zadelpen RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6	Zadelpen RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6	Zadelpen RockShox Reverb Stealth, 31.6	Zadelpen -
Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten Santa Cruz House Grips	Handvatten -
Travel 160/150mm	Travel 160/150mm	Travel 160/150mm	Travel 160/150mm	Travel 160/150mm	Travel 160/150mm	Travel 160/150mm	Travel -
Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat MX	Wielmaat -

Bronson Frame Specifications

Suspension System	VPP
Front Derailleur	No compatibility
Headset/Headtube	Integrated (IS41/52)
Seat Post	31.6mm
Seat Clamp	36.4mm
Eye to Eye length	230mm
Stroke	60mm
Fork Compatibility	160mm
BB Shell	73mm Threaded
Max Tire Size	2.6"
Max Chainring Size	36t
Water Bottle Mounts	1
Shock Mounting Bushing Front	30x8 (standard bushing)
Shock Mounting Bushing Rear	30x8 (roller bearing)
Brake Mount	180 PM
Fork Offset	37mm (XS) \| 44mm (S-XL)

Suspension Setup

Take a look at detailed sag, high/low rebound, and high/low compression recommendations for shocks and forks in each build.

Rockshox Lyrik Base 160

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Rebound (from closed)
100	45	45	11
120	54	55	10
140	64	65	9
160	73	75	9
180	82	85	8
200	91	95	7
220	100	105	7
240	109	115	6
250	113	120	6

Fox Float X Performance

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Sag (%, mm on shock)	Rebound (from closed)
100	45	105	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	12
120	54	125	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	11
140	64	145	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	11
160	73	165	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	10
180	82	185	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	10
200	91	205	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	10
220	100	225	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	9
240	109	245	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	9
260	118	265	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	8

Fox 36 Performance 160

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Rebound (from closed)
120-130	54-59	66	13
130-140	59-64	70	12
140-150	64-68	74	11
150-160	68-73	78	10
160-170	73-77	82	9
170-180	77-82	86	8
180-190	82-86	89	7
190-200	86-91	94	6
200-210	91-95	99	5
210-220	95-100	105	4
220-230	100-104	109	3
230-240	104-109	113	2
240-250	109-113	117	1

Rockshox Super Deluxe Select Plus

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Sag (%, mm on shock)	Rebound (from closed)
100	45	85	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	7
120	54	105	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6
140	64	130	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6
160	73	145	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6
180	82	170	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5
200	91	190	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5
220	100	215	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5
240	109	235	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4
260	118	260	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4

XT and XT RSV

Fox 36 Perf. Elite G2 160

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Rebound: LSR,HSR (from closed)	Compression: LSC,HSC (from closed)
120-130	54-59	66	9,8	10,5
130-140	59-64	70	8,7	10,5
140-150	64-68	74	7,6	10,5
150-160	68-73	78	7,6	10,5
160-170	73-77	82	6,5	10,5
170-180	77-82	86	6,5	10,5
180-190	82-86	89	5,4	10,5
190-200	86-91	94	4,3	10,5
200-210	91-95	99	4,3	10,5
210-220	95-100	105	3,2	10,5
220-230	100-104	109	2,1	10,5
230-240	104-109	113	2,1	10,5
240-250	109-113	117	1,0	10,5

Rockshox Super Deluxe Select Plus

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Sag (%, mm on shock)	Rebound (from closed)	Compression (from closed)
100	45	85	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	7	-1/-1
120	54	105	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
140	64	130	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
160	73	145	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
180	82	170	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
200	91	190	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
220	100	215	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
240	109	235	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4	-1/-1
260	118	260	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4	-1/-1

X01 and X01 AXS RSV

Fox 36 Factory G2 160

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Rebound: LSR,HSR (from closed)	Compression: LSC,HSC (from closed)
120-130	54-59	66	9,8	10,5
130-140	59-64	70	8,7	10,5
140-150	64-68	74	7,6	10,5
150-160	68-73	78	7,6	10,5
160-170	73-77	82	6,5	10,5
170-180	77-82	86	6,5	10,5
180-190	82-86	89	5,4	10,5
190-200	86-91	94	4,3	10,5
200-210	91-95	99	4,3	10,5
210-220	95-100	105	3,2	10,5
220-230	100-104	109	2,1	10,5
230-240	104-109	113	2,1	10,5
240-250	109-113	117	1,0	10,5

Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Sag (%, mm on shock)	Rebound (from closed)	Compression (from middle)
100	45	85	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	7	-1/-1
120	54	105	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
140	64	130	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
160	73	145	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
180	82	170	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
200	91	190	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
220	100	215	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
240	109	235	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4	-1/-1
260	118	260	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4	-1/-1

XX1 AXS RSV

Fox 36 Factory G2 160

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Rebound: LSR,HSR (from closed)	Compression: LSC,HSC (from closed)
120-130	54-59	66	9,8	10,5
130-140	59-64	70	8,7	10,5
140-150	64-68	74	7,6	10,5
150-160	68-73	78	7,6	10,5
160-170	73-77	82	6,5	10,5
170-180	77-82	86	6,5	10,5
180-190	82-86	89	5,4	10,5
190-200	86-91	94	4,3	10,5
200-210	91-95	99	4,3	10,5
210-220	95-100	105	3,2	10,5
220-230	100-104	109	2,1	10,5
230-240	104-109	113	2,1	10,5
240-250	109-113	117	1,0	10,5

Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate

Rider Weight (lbs)	(kgs)	Pressure (psi)	Sag (%, mm on shock)	Rebound (from closed)	Compression (from middle)
100	45	85	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	7	-1/-1
120	54	105	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
140	64	130	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
160	73	145	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	6	-1/-1
180	82	170	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
200	91	190	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
220	100	215	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	5	-1/-1
240	109	235	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4	-1/-1
260	118	260	28-32%, 16.5-19mm	4	-1/-1

Geometry

All units are in millimeters or degrees.

	XS	S	M	L	XL
Reach \| hi/lo	405/402	430/427	455/452	475/472	500/497
Stack \| hi/lo	594/595	617/619	626/628	635/637	649/651
Head Tube Angle \| hi/lo	64.7°/64.5°	64.7°/64.5°	64.7°/64.5°	64.7°/64.5°	64.7°/64.5°
Seat Tube Length \| hi/lo	370/370	380/380	405/405	430/430	460/460
Front Center \| hi/lo	722/722	757/757	786/786	811/810	842/842
BB Height \| hi/lo	344/341	344/341	344/341	344/341	344/341
BB Drop (front) \| hi/lo	10/13	29/32	29/32	29/32	29/32
BB Drop (rear) \| hi/lo	10/13	29/32	29/32	29/32	29/32
Wheelbase \| hi/lo	1149/1154	1188/1189	1221/1222	1249/1249	1284/1285
Rear Center \| hi/lo	427/432	431/432	435/436	438/439	442/443
Head Tube Length \| hi/lo	110/110	100/100	110/110	120/120	135/135
Top Tube Length \| hi/lo	536/542	570/575	599/604	623/627	653/657
Seat Tube Angle \| hi/lo	77.6°/76.9°	77.2°/76.7°	77.1°/76.6°	76.9°/76.5°	76.7°/76.4°
Standover Height \| hi/lo	701/698	709/706	731/727	729/726	728/725

Units

Frame Sizing

If you're on the cusp between the recommended height range of two sizes, the absolute best thing is to try to ride them both. At a minimum, check the stack/reach measurements on your current bike and compare it to the new model you are looking at to get an idea of a fit you are already comfortable with. If riding the bike is not an option, consider the following.

Personal Preference

A larger size frame will be more stable, and will give you more room to move without upsetting the weight-balance of the bike. The larger size will put the front wheel further in front of you, which gives the feeling of security and conversely, it will require more significant body movements when you WANT to shift the weight-bias of the bike. Think hard about your riding style and how active/intuitive you want it to be vs stable and speedy. You'll need to work a bit harder to muscle the larger bike around.

Body Dimension

Not all bodies at a given height are the same. If you have longer legs and a shorter torso than the average person your height, that may push you towards the smaller of the recommended sizes. If you're all torso and arms, most likely you'll want to size up.

Units

142 - 155cm

155 - 165cm

165 - 175cm

175 - 185cm

185 - 196cm

FAQ's

Can I put a 27.5 front wheel on the Bronson?

These bikes are designed specifically to use mixed wheels. We do not recommend a 27.5 front wheel for geometry reasons. The XS size is the exception as it's designed for 27.5".

Do all sizes use MX wheels?

The XS size Bronson uses 27.5" wheels front and rear. All other sizes are MX

I see there are different chainstay lengths for each size bike. Can I buy a different swingarm to customize the length on my bike?

The chainstay length change occurs in the front triangles- we vary the pivot locations fore and aft to achieve the different lengths while using a single size swingarm. So no- you cannot get the chainstay length of the small on your size large, for instance.

I'm coming from a 27.5 bike - what will feel different with MX? Any setup tips?

An MX bike will definitely handle differently than a full 27.5 bike. The main difference you'll feel is a more stable and confident front end. The turning will be a bit slower than a 27.5, but the payoff is a more secure feeling in corners and more traction. Due to the taller front axle height and improved roll-over of the large wheel, your chances of stuffing the front wheel or going over the bars is vastly diminished. Use this security to ride challenging terrain with a more aggressive and dynamic body position.

I've been riding 29ers for a while - what will feel different with MX? Any setup tips?

29" bikes provide a ton of front wheel grip- this is partially due to the front wheel itself, but also due to the axle height of the rear wheel which works to keep the front end weighted. This creates a natural position on lower-angle terrain but requires body position and/or setup adjustments to achieve any sort of rearward bias.

On an MX bike, the bias is more rearward. This gives a very natural feeling on steep descents, but requires some body position and setup consideration for a balanced feel on flatter terrain. Compared to a 29er, a slightly lower handlebar and a more forward-biased suspension setup will make an MX bike feel more like what you're used to. Additionally, using the Hi BB setting will lend itself to a more front biased feel. Using these tuning parameters will help you find the sweet spot for your terrain and preference.

You'll know you have it dialed when it feels like you're never making large bodyweight shifts to either lift the front end or keep it stuck to the ground.

What fork offset is the recommended?

The Bronson comes with 42-44mm offset forks, and this is what we recommend for optimal handling. The size XS come with a 37mm offset 27.5" fork

What's the largest rear rotor that will fit on the Bronson?

The minimum is 180mm (direct mount) and the largest is 223mm

Why are there two different measurements listed for BB Drop?

BB drop is the measurement between the center of the bottom bracket and the front and rear axles. Because the Bronson (S-XL) comes with two different wheel sizes the BB drop is greater up front.

Why MX (Mixed Wheels)?

Mixed wheels provide the stability and traction of a 29" front wheel with the agility of a 27.5" rear wheel. The smaller rear wheel and its comparatively lower axle height allows the rider to more easily unweight the front wheel- this makes for confident yet agile handling on the steepest of descents.