Vitus Nucleus 29 VR 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
668$
Weight | 14.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR Air
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Groupset Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
167cm - 152cm
LG
177cm - 182cm
XL
188cm - 182cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061-T6 Alloy, Mechanicaly formed 6061-T6 Alloy, 135mm QR
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR Air, Air, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 9 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano M462B, 2x Band on
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus, 2x9
Cassette
Shimano HG-200, 9 speed 11-36t
Crank
Suntour, 36x22t, 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Suntour, Square taper 118mm
Chain
KMC Z99, 9 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
KT, 100mm QR, 32h
Rear Hub
KT, 135mm QR, 32h
Rims
WTB, TCS, 29
Spokes
Double butted
Tires
WTB Vigilante 2.3 (FR) WTB Trail Boss 2.25 (RR), 29"
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO M290, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus alloy, 50mm
Handlebar
Vitus alloy, 740mm
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8
Seat
Saddle
Vitus
Seatpost
Vitus alloy, 31.6mm, 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 719 mm | 740 mm | 766 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 109 mm | 109 mm | 109 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 621 mm | 630 mm |
| Reach | 430.5 mm | 448 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 618 mm | 638 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1149 mm | 1170 mm | 1196 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 167 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 152 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm |
Model Overview
Nucleus 29 VR completes the Vitus Nucleus model. Vitus released 65 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Vitus Nucleus bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus V 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 485$. Vitus Nucleus VRX 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 850$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 607$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Nucleus 29 VR price is 213.84% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 14.3 kg (31.53 lbs), the Nucleus 29 VR model is much heavier than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 15.32% lower than this one.
Nucleus 29 VR components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCR Air fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Nucleus 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, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Nucleus 29 VR has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Vitus Nucleus 29 VR bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 167 cm – 182 cm (5.48 ft – 5.97 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.