Vitus Sommet 29 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,408$
Weight | 16.16 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 160mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset Deore, Suntour SR -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
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
Sommet 29" 160mm travel full suspension frame, Boost, 6061 Alloy
Suspension Fork
Rockshox 35 GOLD 160mm, 29", MXL STEALTH, BOOST™ 15X110MM, DEBONAIR,44 OFFSET
Rear Shock
Rockshox Delux Select R, 205X62.5, DEBONAIR, 2 TOKENS, MM TUNE, TRUNNION, 22mm x 8mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimnao Deore 10 Speed, RD-M6000, GS 10-SPEED, SHADOW PLUS
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimnao Deore 10 Speed SL-M6000-IR, 10-SPEED RAPIDFIRE, I-Spec II
Cassette
SUNRACE 11-46T, CSMS2 10spd 11-46T ED-BLACK
Crank
SR SUNTOUR ZERON, 32T, 170mm, GXP 68/73mm, 53mm BOOST
Bottom Bracket
SR SUNTOUR, Threaded BSA 73mm
Chain
KMC Z9 EPT Anti Rust N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
WTB Serra i29 Boost 110x15mm, 6-bolt Disc
Rear Hub
WTB Serra i29, Boost 148x12mm, 6-bolt Disc, Shimano 11spd Freehub
Rims
WTB Serra i29 29", 29mm inner rim width,
Spokes
WTB
Tires
MAXXIS ASSEGAI, 29"x2.5"WT, 3C MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO MT501, RESINPAD(W/O FIN), 203mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
VITUS 50mm, 31.8mm bar diameter, 3deg rise, stack 45mm
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron 25mm Rise, Width - S760mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, 31.8mm bar diameter
Grips
VITUS Tapered, single alloy clamp, sticky rubber
Headset
ACROS ZS 44mm/56mm
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron N/A
Seatpost
Brand X Ascend 31.6mm, Left hand remote lever, S125mm, M150mm, L&XL170mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 349 mm | 349 mm | 349 mm | 349 mm |
| Front Center | 749 mm | 779 mm | 803 mm | 832 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Stack | 625 mm | 634 mm | 643 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 424 mm | 449 mm | 469 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 600 mm | 623 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382 mm | 433 mm | 483 mm | 523 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1197 mm | 1226 mm | 1250 mm | 1279 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 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
Sommet 29 belongs to the Vitus Sommet model. There are 79 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Vitus Sommet bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Sommet 29 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2188$. Vitus Sommet 27 CRX 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 4864$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 2188$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 64.49% lower.
Enduro bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro bike is 14.27 kg (31.46 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.
Vitus Sommet 29 it’s weighing 16.16 kg (35.63 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 13.24% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
The Sommet 29 comes factory-installed with the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. 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.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rockshox Delux Select R rear shock model, which has a travel of 160mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Vitus Sommet 29 2020, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Sommet 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Vitus model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.