Vitus Nucleus 29 VR Mountain 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
802$
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 32 Air
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Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 8
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
167cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nucleus Aluminium 6061-T6, BSA threaded BB, IS disc brake mounts, 135mm x 9mm QR
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR32 Air LOR DS 29”, Tapered alloy steerer, 100mm travel, post mount disc brake mounts, 100mm x 9mm QR
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Box Four, 8 Speed Wide w/ Clutch
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Box Four 8 Speed multi shifter
Cassette
Sunrace 11-40t 8 speed, N/A
Crank
Samox, 170mm, narrow wide chaninring, 32t
Bottom Bracket
BSA, N/A
Chain
Box Four 8 Speed 112 Link
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT K68F 32h, 6 bolt, 100mm x 9mm QR
Rear Hub
Vitus KT K68R,, 32h, 6 bolt, 135mm x 9mm QR
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 29”, 32h TCS tubeless tape fitted
Spokes
Vitus N/A
Tires
WTB Vigilante Comp, High grip compound, 29” x 2.3”
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M275 or Clarks M2, N/A
Disk Rotors
Tektro TR180-TR160 or Clarks M2, 180mm front, 160mm rear, 6 bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 50mm Alloy, 50mm reach, 3° rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 riser 6061 alloy, 25mm rise, 9° back sweep, 760mm wide S/M, 780mm wide L/XL 31.8mm
Grips
Vitus lock on N/A
Headset
FSA No:57b 1-1/8" UPPER 1.5" BOTTOM
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron N/A
Seatpost
Vitus 6061 alloy, 31.6mm x 400mm, 0mm offset
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 | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 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 | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Nucleus 29 VR Mountain is a Vitus Nucleus model. 65 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 24 Youth Hardtail 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 607$. Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS Mountain 2021 on the other hand costs 911$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 729$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Nucleus 29 VR Mountain price is 161.32% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Nucleus 29 VR Mountain weighs 14.3 kg (31.53 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 15.32% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCR 32 Air model. The travel on this model 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.
Fork material
Nucleus 29 VR Mountain has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Nucleus 29 VR 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.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 167 cm – 200 cm (5.48 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.