Vitus Sentier 29 VRS Mountain 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 130mm
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Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset SLX, Deore
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
MD
167cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Sentier Aluminium 6061-T6 Double Butted, IS disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Float Rhythm Series 29”, Grip damper, 34mm stanchions, 130mm travel, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110mm x 15mm QR axle
Rear Shock
N/A, N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100 12 speed, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
0 0
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6100 Rapidfire plus, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100 12 speed, 11t-51t, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M5111 12 speed, 32t, 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB52 68/73mm
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100 12 speed 114links
Wheels
Front Hub
Vitus KT DHF112 Double sealed bearings, 32h, 6 bolt, 110mm x 15mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Vitus KT H5ER-SH, Double sealed bearings, 32h, 6 bolt, 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 29”, 32h TCS tubeless tape fitted
Spokes
Vitus N/A
Tires
Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, E-25, Addix soft, 29” x 2.35”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT520, 180mm
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT56, 180mm/180mm 6 Bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Neutron Alloy 6061, 45mm reach, 0° rise
Handlebar
Nukeproof Neutron V2 riser 6061 alloy, 25mm rise, 9° back sweep, 760mm wide S/M, 780mm wide L/XL
Grips
Vitus lock on 0
Headset
ACROS AZX-212-CO AZX-212-CO, sealed bearings, ZS44/28.6 – ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
Nukeproof Neutron 0
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend dropper Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 100mm drop/M 125mm drop/L,XL 150mm drop
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 729 mm | 750 mm | 776 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm |
| Trail | 117 mm | 118 mm | 118 mm |
| Stack | 641 mm | 650 | 659 mm |
| Reach | 426 mm | 444 mm | 466 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 | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1159 mm | 1180 mm | 1206 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
Sentier 29 VRS Mountain belongs to the Vitus Sentier model. 75 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Sentier 27 Mountain 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1094$. On the other hand, Vitus Sentier 27 VRX Mountain 2021, is the most expensive and costs 2127$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Vitus Sentier 29 VRS Mountain price was 1884$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Sentier 29 VRS Mountain price is 46.6% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
slightly heavier than average, Sentier 29 VRS Mountain has a weight of 13.48 kg (29.72 lbs). In short, the average Trail bike weight is 3.85% lower than this one.
Sentier 29 VRS Mountain components
Fork
Vitus Sentier 29 VRS Mountain 2021 bike is equipped with the Fox Rhythm Float 34 fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Sentier 29 VRS Mountain model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Sentier 29 VRS Mountain has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
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, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
The Vitus model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.
