I was going to test ride a Bronson this spring but my connection at that shop quit and moved on.
Another Santa Cruz rider here and I have loved my Blurr LT for quite a number of years now and it still rides absolutely solid.
From what I have been told that the dimensions of the new bikes have changed dramatically. I wanted to ride to see how it was different and to beat the hell out of someone else's bike!
If my bike was stolen or beyond repair, I would definitely consider another VPP bike.
Hope you get the big birthday present you want, Vash.