Santa Cruz with the new Bronson, 5010 and Juliana bikes

With 27.5-inch wheels, geometry trimmed for downhill riding characteristics and VPP suspension travel, Santa Cruz and Juliana Bikes hit the nerve of the times with the "Bronson", "5010", "Roubion" and "Furtado" models. All of these bikes have received some significant modifications, including the new VPP link known from the Nomad.

The second generation of the "Bronson", "5010", "Roubion" and "Furtado" models retains the proven DNA and combines it with a number of new features. For example, the redesigned lower rocker arm of the VPP 3 system enables shorter chainstays by 6 to 8 millimetres. The new frames also offer more freedom of movement: this is particularly important for women and shorter riders.

The new VPP link, known from the Nomad, here on the 5010

The suspension characteristic of the rear triangle has also been slightly adjusted to make even better use of the travel of Fox's new "Evol Air" shocks. The geometries of the four models have also changed: the head angle has been slackened by one degree, while the reach has increased by 20 to 25 millimetres. Thanks to the steeper seat tube angle, there is still enough pressure on the front wheel, and the seat tube is now short enough to be able to install dropper posts with an adjustment range of 150 millimetres. Further innovations include the cables and lines running inside the frame, the optimization of the cable routing for sideswing derailleurs and the fact that the seat tube now has a diameter of 31.6 millimetres. In addition, the rear wheel axle now has an installation width of 148 millimetres.

low standover height - new link - longer top tube, the Juliana bikes have also been revised

And now for the best part: just one week after the world premiere, the four new models will be available for test rides at the test ride in Lenzerheide and will be available immediately afterwards. As with the previous models, Santa Cruz and Juliana Bikes are offering a choice of two differently priced carbon versions, with the cheaper one only available as a complete bike.