Vitus Escarpe 29 VRX 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,612$
Weight | 14.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik
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Groupset GX, GX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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 Lyrik RT3, Solo air, 150mm travel, BOOST
Rear Shock
Rockshox Deluxe RT3, 185x50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Eagle GX, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM Eagle XG-1275, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM Descendant carbon, 148x24mm, 170mm, 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, (BSA), 73mm
Chain
SRAM Eagle GX, 12 speed
Chain Guide
MRP
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss, E1700 Spline 30, 15x110mm, 6 bolt, Black/Silver
Rear Hub
DT Swiss, E1700 Spline 30, 12x148mm, 6 bolt, Black/Silver, XD Driver
Rims
DT Swiss, E1700 29
Spokes
Double butted
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 3C/EXO/TR (FR) MINION DHR 2.3 3C/TR/DD (RR), Maxx Terra compound (FR) Dual compound (RR)
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB, 200mm
Brake Levers
SRAM DB
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 Horizon SL
Seatpost
Rockshox Reverb stealth, 31.6mm, S-125mm 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 | 115 mm | 116 mm | 115 mm | 115 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 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| 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 VRX completes the Vitus Escarpe model. Vitus launched 77 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Escarpe bikes models from 2018, here.
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
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 3283$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Escarpe 29 VRX price is 18.86% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
considerably heavier than average, Escarpe 29 VRX has a weight of 14.6 kg (32.19 lbs). To sum up, it’s 12.48% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Lyrik model. The travel on this model is 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
Vitus Escarpe 29 VRX bike has the Rockshox Deluxe RT3 model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Vitus Escarpe 29 VRX 2018, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has 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 short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Escarpe 29 VRX. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!