Vitus Escarpe 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,939$
Weight | 14.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 152cm
MD
167cm - 152cm
LG
177cm - 182cm
XL
188cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 Alloy, 140mm Suspension travel, 6061-T6 Alloy, BOOST
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon RL, Solo air, 150mm travel, BOOST
Rear Shock
Rockshox Deluxe R, 185x50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, 10 speed gs cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 1x10
Cassette
Shimano HG-500, 10 speed 11-42t
Crank
FSA Gamma Pro Mega Exo, 170mm, 32t
Bottom Bracket
FSA, Mega Exo (BSA), 73mm
Chain
KMC X10EL, 10 speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec, 15x110mm, 32h, 6 bolt
Rear Hub
Novatec, 12x148mm, 32h, 6 bolt
Rims
WTB, TCS, 27.5
Spokes
Double butted
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.3 3C/EXO/TR (FR) MINION SS 2.3 TR/DD (RR), Maxx Terra compound
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M395, 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M395
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus alloy, 50mm
Handlebar
Nukeproof alloy, 25mm rise, S/M-780mm, L/XL-800mm
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend Stealth Dropper, 31.6mm, S-120mm travel, M/L/XL-150mm travel
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.35 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Front Center | 732 mm | 753 mm | 775 mm | 800 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Stack | 588 mm | 597 mm | 607 mm | 607 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 452 mm | 469 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 599 mm | 619 mm | 639 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 382 mm | 433 mm | 483 mm | 523 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1165 mm | 1186 mm | 1208 mm | 1233 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 167 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 152 cm | 152 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm |
Model Overview
Escarpe belongs to the Vitus Escarpe model. Vitus released 77 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Escarpe 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1763$. On the other hand, Vitus Escarpe VRX 2018, is the most expensive and costs 3283$.
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 Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus Escarpe price was 1763$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Escarpe price is 56.66% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 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 Escarpe it’s weighing 14.8 kg (32.63 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 14.02% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Escarpe components
Fork
The Escarpe comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rockshox Deluxe R rear shock model, which has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Escarpe bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Escarpe is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 157 cm – 182 cm (5.15 ft – 5.97 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Vitus Escarpe includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.