Vitus Escarpe 290 CR 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,521$
Weight | 15.2 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 140mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset NX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
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 T700 carbon front triangle, 6061-T6 alloy rear, 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
Marzocchi Bomber Z2 27.5", 150mm travel, Rail damper, Float air spring, 34mm stanchions, 110mm x 15mm bolt through axle, 44mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select R, 205mm x 60mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 Speed, Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 Speed, Trigger Shifter
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 12 Speed, 11-50T Range
Crank
SRAM Stylo 6K Eagle, 12 Speed, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, 170mm Crank Length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA Threaded BB, 73mm Shell
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12 Speed, 116 Links
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT DHF112, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, 110mm x 15mm
Rear Hub
Vitus KT H5ER-SH, 32H, 6 Bolt Disc Fitment, HG Freehub, 148mm x 12mm
Rims
WTB ST Light i30 TCS 2.0, 29", 32H, Presta Valve, Tubeless Ready Rim Tape Installed
Tires
Front: Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.50" WT, 3C MaxxTerra compound, EXO casing, Rear: Maxxis Assegai, 29" x 2.50" WT, 3C MaxxTerra compound, EXO casing
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB8, Post Mount, Four Piston Caliper
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron AM, 6061 Alloy, 45mm length, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, 0° 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
Nukeproof, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Horizon Enduro Saddle, Black, Ti Alloy 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 | 1.23 mm |
| Front Center | 750 mm | 780 mm | 811 mm | 859 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 133 mm | 122 mm | 122 mm | 122 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 622 mm | 631 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 448 mm | 475 mm | 519 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 592 mm | 616 mm | 657 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 | 1294 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 290 CR completes the Vitus Escarpe model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Escarpe bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Escarpe 29 CR 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2899$. Vitus Escarpe 290 AMP 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 6689$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Vitus released this model in 2023, its price was 3161$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Escarpe 290 CR price is 14.45% more expensive.
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.
Escarpe 290 CR weighs 15.2 kg (33.51 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 17.1% less than Escarpe 290 CR.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Escarpe 290 CR components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 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, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Deluxe Select R rear shock model, which has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Escarpe 290 CR bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Escarpe 290 CR has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Escarpe 290 CR comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.