Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
869$
Weight | 14.18 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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Groupset Deore, Suntour SR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
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 29" hardtail frame, N/A
Suspension Fork
SUNTOUR XCR32 BOOST AIR 100mm, 29"
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO DEORE 10 speed, RD-M6000, GS 10-SPEED, SHADOW PLUS DESIGN
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
SHIMANO DEORE 10 speed SL-M6000-R, 10-SPEED RAPIDFIRE PLUS
Cassette
SUNRACE 11-46T, CSMS2 10spd 11-46T ED-BLACK
Crank
SR SUNTOUR ZERON, 30T, 170mm, GXP 73mm, 53mm BOOST chain line
Bottom Bracket
SR SUNTOUR, Theaded 73mm BSA
Chain
KMC Z9 EPT Anti Rust N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
VITUS MS6F BOOST 15mm x 110mm, 32H, 6-BOLT
Rear Hub
VITUS K68R, Standard spacing 135mm x10mm, 32H, 6-BOLT
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 29", 30mm inner diameter, 32 hole, Pinned Joint
Spokes
14G STAINLESS DB BLACK BRASS NIPPLES
Tires
WTB Vigilante, 2.3" x 29" Comp tire w/High Grip Compound
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO HD-M290, WAVE STYLE ROTOR, ROTOR: 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Vitus 50mm N/A
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron 25mm Rise, Width - S760mm, M760mm, L780mm, XL800mm, 31.8mm bar diameter
Grips
VITUS Tapered, single composite clamp, sticky rubber
Headset
FSA NO.57B
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron N/A
Seatpost
VITUS 31.6mm x 400mm, zero 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 |
About this model
Nucleus 29 VRS belongs to the Vitus Nucleus model. Vitus released 65 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Nucleus 24 Youth 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 583$. On the other hand, Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS 2020, is the most expensive and costs 789$.
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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 789$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 141.44% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS it’s weighing 14.18 kg (31.26 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 14.35% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Nucleus 29 VRS comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCR 32 Air fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. 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 VRS bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Vitus Nucleus 29 VRS has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Nucleus 29 VRS comes in 3 sizes, that range from 167 cm – 200 cm (5.48 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.