Santa Cruz

Bronson 5

The core all-rounder with a wildside. Side hits, especially.

Why the Santa Cruz Bronson?

The Santa Cruz Bronson 5 is a versatile and robust mountain bike designed for riders who seek an all-rounder with a wild side. It features a 150mm VPPâ„¢ rear travel and a 160mm fork, combined with mixed wheels (29" front, 27.5" rear) to deliver balanced handling, especially in steep and technical terrains. With an evolved MX geometry and reconfigured VPPâ„¢ suspension, the Bronson 5 offers a smoother and more efficient ride by reducing anti-squat. This bike is ideal for those who prioritize agility and a bold ride, allowing for precise control on descents while maintaining stability and confidence on rough trails.

Built with both CC and C Carbon frames, the Bronson 5 is offered in a range of sizes from Small to XXL, ensuring that every rider finds their perfect fit. The bike is equipped with high-quality components, including SRAM drivetrains, Fox 36 forks, and Maxxis tires, ensuring top-tier performance. The Glovebox feature provides a secure storage space within the downtube, adding to the bike's practicality. Overall, the Bronson 5 is designed for riders who want a reliable, do-it-all bike that encourages pushing limits and enjoying every ride, backed by Santa Cruz's lifetime warranty for peace of mind.

  1. Front Travel: 160mm
  2. Rear Travel: 150mm
  3. Wheel size: MX
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Kit Explainer

R - Base model with same tires and big rotors as all Bronsons. Quality RockShox Lyrik fork and Fox Float Rhythm rear shock suspension, just without all the external tuning dials.

S - The workhorse. Upgraded hubs, headset, and dropper post. Upgraded suspension with more adjustment, SRAM Eagle cable-operated drivetrain and four-piston SRAM brakes.

GX AXS - The high-performance all-rounder. Full SRAM GX Eagle electronic Transmission, SRAM Maven brakes, and Fox Elite suspension

X0 AXS - For the factory Jackson. The lightest CC carbon frame, full SRAM X0 electronic Transmission , Fox 36 Factory suspension and SRAM Maven brakes

X0 AXS RSV - Everything, plus legendary carbon Reserve wheels.

Technical Details

Nobody likes to ruin the aesthetics of their gorgeous machine with spares and tools strapped about. With the Glovebox, you can pack your Tool Wallet and Tube Purse inside the frame, keeping things tidy and ensuring you always have everything you need.

  • The Glovebox
  • Mixed Wheelsize
  • Lifetime Warranty
  • Improved Suspension Curve
Santa Cruz Bronson Glovebox Storage
Santa Cruz Bronson Mixed Wheelsize
Santa Cruz Bronson Top Tube Logo
Santa Cruz Bronson Rear Shock and Linkage

Our overview of the Bronson

The 150mm-travel bike has enough travel to 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.

Watch the video

Geometry

S M L XL XXL
HI | LO HI | LO HI | LO HI | LO HI | LO
A Reach 435 | 432 460 | 457 480 | 478 500 | 498 525 | 523
B Stack 623 | 625 632 | 634 641 | 643 659 | 661 668 | 670
C Head Tube Angle 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9° 64.2° | 63.9°
D Seat Tube Length 380 405 430 460 500
E Front Center 742 | 771 801 | 801 825 | 825 854 | 854 883 | 883
F Bottom Bracket Height 344 | 341 344 | 341 344 | 341 344 | 341 344 | 341
G F/R Bottom Bracket Drop 29/10 | 32/13 29/10 | 32/13 29/10 | 32/13 29/10 | 32/13 29/10 | 32/13
H Wheelbase 1209 | 1209 1240 | 1240 1267 | 1268 1299 | 1299 1331 | 1332
I Rear Center 437 | 438 439 | 440 442 | 443 445 | 446 448 | 449
J Head Tube Length 110 120 130 150 160
K Top Tube Length 527 | 573 596 | 596 614 | 615 637 | 638 663 | 664
L Seat Tube Angle 77.6° | 77.3° 77.9° | 77.6° 78.2° | 77.9° 78.3° | 78.0° 78.4° | 78.1°
M Standover Height 722 | 722 723 | 719 726 | 721 727 | 723 731 | 722

*All measurements in degrees or millimetres

Laurie Greenland riding the Santa Cruz Bronson 5

Frame Sizing

The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.

We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.

Size Height
Imperial Metric
XS 4'8" - 5'1" 142 - 155cm
S 5'1" - 5'5" 155 - 165cm
M 5'5" - 5'9" 165 - 175cm
L 5'9 - 6'1" 175 - 185cm
XL 6'1" - 6'4" 185 - 193cm
XXL 6'4" - 6'7" 193 - 201cm
Ollie Davis riding the Santa Cruz Bronson 5