Vitus Energie Carbon CRX CX 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
2,408$
Weight | 8.71 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Force -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
160cm - 167cm
SM
164cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 177cm
LG
174cm - 152cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
T700 Uni Directional Carbon fibre, Tapered Headtube, 142x12mm
Suspension Fork
T700 Uni Directional Carbon fibre, Tapered Steerer, 100x12mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force 1X 11 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Force 1X
Cassette
SRAM PG-1170 11 Speed, 11-32t
Crank
SRAM Force 1X, 24mm Axle, 40t, 50/52cm - 170mm, 54/56cm - 172.5mm, 58cm - 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP Road, 68mm Threaded BSA
Chain
SRAM PC X1 11 Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec Disc, 100x12mm Thru Axle 32 hole
Rear Hub
Novatec Disc, 142x12mm Thru Axle 32 hole
Rims
WTB Frequency Team i23, 32 hole, Tubeless Ready
Spokes
Double Butted
Tires
WTB Cross Boss, 700x35c, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Force Hydraulic, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus Alloy, 50cm - 80mm, 52/54cm - 90mm, 56cm - 100mm, 58cm - 110mm
Handlebar
Vitus Alloy, 50cm - 400mm, 52cm - 420mm, 54/56cm - 440mm, 58cm - 460mm
Headset
Token - Intergrated Ahead Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm | 289 mm |
| Front Center | 602 mm | 602 mm | 603 mm | 607 mm | 612 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 71 mm | 67 mm | 65 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 522 mm | 534 mm | 545 mm | 559 mm | 576 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 384 mm | 386 mm | 392 mm | 396 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 523 mm | 533 mm | 543 mm | 558 mm | 573 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1019 mm | 1019 mm | 1020 mm | 1024 mm | 1029 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 164 cm | 169 cm | 174 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 172 cm | 177 cm | 152 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Energie Carbon CRX CX is a Vitus Energie model. Vitus launched 63 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Energie bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Energie 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1154$. On the other hand, Vitus Energie Carbon CR CX 2018, is the most expensive and costs 2188$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Cyclocross bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Cyclocross bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2012$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Cyclocross bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2188$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Energie Carbon CRX CX price is 8.75% more expensive than the average cost of a Cyclocross bike.
Average weight for Cyclocross bikes
The average weight for Cyclocross bikes is 8.79 kg (19.38 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Vitus Energie Carbon CRX CX it’s weighing 8.71 kg (19.2 lbs). At this weight, is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 0.92% lighter than the average weight of Cyclocross bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
Energie Carbon CRX CX has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Energie Carbon CRX CX 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Energie Carbon CRX CX is equipped with 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
Vitus Energie Carbon CRX CX bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.