Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
802$
Weight | 12.9 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 RockShox 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Acera, 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
Rockshox 30 Silver TK Air, Air, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 9 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano M462B, 2x Band on
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera, 2x9
Cassette
Shimano HG-201, 9 speed 11-36t
Crank
Suntour, 36x22t, 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Suntour, Octalink 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 VRS is part of 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
The most economical model, the Vitus Nucleus V 2018 has a starting price of 485$. Vitus Nucleus VRX 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 850$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS price was 729$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Nucleus 29 VRS price is 161.32% smaller.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
slightly heavier than average, Nucleus 29 VRS has a weight of 12.9 kg (28.44 lbs). In other words, this model is 4.03% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Nucleus 29 VRS components
Fork
The Nucleus 29 VRS comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Nucleus 29 VRS model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS is equipped with 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
Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS 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.