Vitus Rapide 29 CRS Mountain 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,541$
Weight | 9.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID SL Select
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Groupset SLX, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 169cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rapide Superlight Carbon, Post disc brake mounts, internal cable routing, PF30 BB shell, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle. Axle Specifications: 169mm Length, 12mm Thread Length, M12xP1.5 Thread Pitch
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sid SL Select RL 29”, 100mm travel, Remote Lockout, DebonAir, Charger RL Damper, 32mm stanchions, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110mm x 15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Shadow Plus, Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 Speed, Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100, 12 Speed, 10-51T Range
Crank
Shimano MT501, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, S: 170mm Crank Length M/L/XL: 175mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Prestine Press Fit, PT-6637, Adapts PF30 to BB24
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100, 12 Speed, 114 Links
Wheels
Front Hub
WTB ProTerra, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
WTB ProTerra, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 148mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB KOM Light i25 TCS 2.0, 29", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ray Evo, 29” x 2.25” Snakeskin, TLE, Addix SpeedGrip Compound
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M6100 or SRAM DB8, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Calipers, SRAM: Four Piston Calipers
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT56 or SRAM CenterLine, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 6061 Alloy, Reach - S: 70mm, M:80mm, L:90mm, XL: 100mm, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, -7° Rise
Handlebar
Vitus 6061 Alloy, 5mm rise, 9° back sweep, S: 720mm wide, M/ L/XL: 740mm wide
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/28.6 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
WTB SL8 Comp, 142mm wide, Black, Steel Rails
Seatpost
Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.57 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 662 mm | 672 mm | 693 mm | 713 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 40 mm | 41 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 103 mm | 105 mm | 103 mm | 105 mm |
| Stack | 612.4 mm | 621.8 mm | 631.1 mm | 640.5 mm |
| Reach | 390.3 mm | 397.4 mm | 414.4 mm | 431.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 585 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1090 mm | 1100 mm | 1121 mm | 1141 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Rapide 29 CRS Mountain belongs to the Vitus Rapide model. There are 45 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Rapide bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1154$. Vitus Rapide FS CRX Mountain 2022 on the other hand costs 4864$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 2310$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Rapide 29 CRS Mountain price is 21.26% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Rapide 29 CRS Mountain weighs 9.4 kg (20.72 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 31.91% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Rapide 29 CRS Mountain components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox SID SL Select model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The wheels on Rapide 29 CRS Mountain are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Rapide 29 CRS Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Vitus Rapide 29 CRS Mountain bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.