Vitus Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,352$
Weight | 14 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 180mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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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
Escarpe full T800 carbon front & rear triangles, Internal cable routing, post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle. Axle Specifications: 180mm Length, 13mm Thread Length, M12xP1.0 Thread Pitch
Suspension Fork
Fox 36 Float Factory Series 29", 150mm travel, Kashima coating, GRIP2 damper, 36mm stanchions, 110mm x 15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 44mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Factory Series, Kashima coating, Grip2 air spring, EVOL, 3 position lever, 205mm x 60mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, Shadow Plus, Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, 10-51T Range
Crank
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52, BSA Threaded BB, 73mm Shell
Chain
Shimano XT M8100, 12 Speed, 116 Links
Wheels
Front Hub
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 148mm x 12mm
Rims
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.50" WT, 3C MaxxTerra compound, EXO casing
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT M8120, Lever: BL-M8100, Caliper: BR-M8120, Post Mount, Four Piston Caliper
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT76, 203mm Front, 180mm Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Horizon, 6061 Alloy, 50mm length, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 5° 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
Grips
Vitus Lock On, N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/28.6 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron Saddle, Black, Steel 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 | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain completes the Vitus Escarpe model. Vitus released 77 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Escarpe bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Vitus Escarpe 27 Mountain 2022 has a starting price of 2432$. Vitus Escarpe 29 AMP 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 5999$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Enduro bike that is reliable is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4864$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain price is 35.15% higher.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Enduro bike is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain weighs 14 kg (30.86 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 1.93% more than Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 36 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Vitus Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain bike has the Fox Float DPS Factory Series model installed, and has a travel of 180mm. 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 size
When it comes to wheels, the Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain bike is equipped with the 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Escarpe 29 CRX Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 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.