Vitus Escarpe 29 CR 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,899$
Weight | 15.79 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 179cm
LG
177cm - 191cm
XL
189cm - 201cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Escarpe full T800 carbon front & rear triangles, 140mm travel
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z2 29", 150mm travel, Rail damper, Float air spring, 34mm stanchions, 110mm x 15mm bolt through axle, 44mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select R, 205mm x 60mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 Speed, Long Cage
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 Speed, Trigger Shifter
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 12 Speed, 11-50T Range
Crank
SRAM Stylo 6K Eagle, 12 Speed, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA Threaded BB, 73mm Shell
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 Speed, 116 Links
Chain Guide
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Front: WTB ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 rim on Vitus KT hub, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm, Rear: WTB ST Light i30 TCS 2.0 rim on Vitus KT hub, 29", 6 Bolt, HG Driver, 148x12mm
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.50" WT, 3C MaxxTerra compound, EXO casing, Rear: Maxxis Dissector, 29" x 2.4" WT, 3C MaxxTerra compound, EXO+ casing
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB8, Post Mount, Four Piston Caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron AM, 6061 Alloy, 45mm length, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 0° Rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon V2 Riser, 7075 Alloy, 25mm Rise, 9° Back Sweep, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, S & M: 760mm Wide, L & XL: 780mm Wide
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Horizon Enduro Saddle, Black, Ti Alloy Rails
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend Dropper, Remote lever, 31.6mm Diameter, S: 125mm drop, M: 150mm drop, L & XL: 170mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Front Center | 750 mm | 780 mm | 811 mm | 843 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 134 mm | 122 mm | 122 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 622 mm | 631 mm | 640 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 448 mm | 475 mm | 502 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 592 mm | 616 mm | 640 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77.5 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1185 mm | 1215 mm | 1246 mm | 1278 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 179 cm | 191 cm | 201 cm |
About this model
Escarpe 29 CR is a Vitus Escarpe model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Escarpe bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Escarpe 29 CR 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2899$. On the other hand, Vitus Escarpe 290 AMP 2023, is the most expensive and costs 6689$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 2899$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Escarpe 29 CR price is 4.96% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Escarpe 29 CR weighs 15.79 kg (34.81 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 21.65% less than Escarpe 29 CR.
Escarpe 29 CR components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 model. The travel on this model is 150mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Vitus Escarpe 29 CR bike has the RockShox Deluxe Select R model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The Escarpe 29 CR 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Escarpe 29 CR has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Vitus Escarpe 29 CR bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 160 cm – 201 cm (5.25 ft – 6.59 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Vitus model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!