Vitus Rapide FS CRX Mountain 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,415$
Weight | 11.3 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 Ultimate
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
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 FS FULL SUSPENSION UD CARBON FRAME, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID SL Ultimate 29”, DebonAir, Charger Race Day damper, 32mm stanchions, 100mm travel, 110mm x 15mm Maxle Stealth axle 44mm offset. Rockshox OneLoc full sprint front and rear
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLUXE Select+, DebonAir, 165mm x 40mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100 Rapidfire plus, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10t-51t, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano XT M8100, 30t, S 170mm/ M,L,XL 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52 68/73mm
Chain
Shimano XT M8100 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
N/A
Rear Hub
N/A
Rims
DT Swiss X 1700 Spline 25mm 29", Boost – 110mm x 15mm thru axle
Spokes
DT Swiss
Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race, TR, EXO, 29” x 2.25”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT M8100
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT76or Brakco DR-02, 6 bolt, 180mm front / 160mm rear
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey WCS C220 84D Forged 2014 alloy, +/- 6° rise, reach – S -50mm/M-60mm/L -70mm/XL-80mm
Handlebar
Ritchey WCS Trail flat bar 6061 alloy, 5mm rise, 9° back sweep, 720mm wide S, 740mm wide M, 760mm wide L/XL
Grips
Vitus lock on
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5
Seat
Saddle
WTB SL8 Comp 142mm wide
Seatpost
Ritchey WCS Zero D forged 7050 alloy, zero offset, 31.6mm x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.32 mm | 1.25 mm | 1.22 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm | 329 mm |
| Front Center | 725 mm | 759 mm | 790 mm | 817 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm |
| Stack | 576 mm | 585 mm | 599 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 438 mm | 468 mm | 493 mm | 513 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 605 mm | 633 mm | 657 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° | 77 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1152 mm | 1186 mm | 1217 mm | 1244 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 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 FS CRX Mountain completes the Vitus Rapide model. Vitus released 45 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Rapide bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1094$. Vitus Rapide FS CRX Mountain 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 4013$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Vitus released this model in 2021, its price was 4013$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rapide FS CRX Mountain price is 110.66% higher than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 11.3 kg (24.91 lbs), Vitus bike is a bit lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 9.73% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox SID SL Ultimate is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Rapide FS CRX Mountain 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.