Vitus Escarpe 29 VR 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,474$
Weight | 14.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Revelation RC
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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, 29
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Revelation RC, Solo air, 140mm travel, BOOST
Rear Shock
Rockshox Deluxe RT, 185x50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX, 11 speed gs cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 1x11
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11 speed 11-46t
Crank
Shimano SLX, 170mm, 30t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, BB52 Hollowtech II (BSA), 73mm
Chain
KMC X11EL, 11 speed
Chain Guide
MRP
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec, 15x110mm, 32h, 6 bolt
Rear Hub
Novatec, 12x148mm, 32h, 6 bolt
Rims
RACEFACE, RIM AR 27, 29
Spokes
Double butted
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.3 3C/EXO/TR (FR) MINION DHR 2.3 3C/TR/DD (RR), Maxx Terra compound (FR) Dual compound (RR)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT500, 180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano MT500
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron, 31.8mm, 45mm length
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon 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 | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 344 mm | 344 mm | 344 mm | 344 mm |
| Front Center | 747 mm | 768 mm | 790 mm | 815 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 105 mm | 106 mm | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Stack | 619 mm | 628 mm | 637 mm | 637 mm |
| Reach | 431 mm | 449 mm | 466 mm | 491 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 | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1194 mm | 1215 mm | 1237 mm | 1262 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| 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 29 VR is a Vitus Escarpe model. Vitus launched 77 bikes 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
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Vitus released this model in 2018, its price was 2249$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Escarpe 29 VR price is 22.81% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
considerably heavier than average, Escarpe 29 VR has a weight of 14.7 kg (32.41 lbs). To sum up, it’s 13.25% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Revelation RC model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
Vitus Escarpe 29 VR bike has the Rockshox Deluxe RT model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Escarpe 29 VR 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Escarpe 29 VR has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. 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 – 182 cm (5.15 ft – 5.97 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Vitus model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.