Vitus Sommet 29 CRX Mountain 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,816$
Weight | 15.27 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 170mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 38
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 169cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Sommet T700 carbon front triangle, alloy 6061 rear,, Internal cable routing, post mount disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Suspension Fork
FOX 38 Float EVOL Factory Series 29”, Kashima coating, Grip2 damper, 38mm stanchions, 170mm travel, 110mm x 15mm QR axle 44mm rake
Rear Shock
Fox Float X2 Factory Series, Kashima coating, Grip2 air spring, 2 position lever, 205mm x 62.5mm, trunnion
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A, N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100 Rapidfire plus, 12 speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8100, 10t-51t, 12 speed
Crank
Shimano XT M8100, 30t, 170mm
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BB52, BS, 73mm BSA Threaded
Chain
Shimano XT M8100 12 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss EX 1700 110mm x 15mm thru axle, 6 Bolt
Rear Hub
DT Swiss EX 1700, 6 Bolt, Shimano microspline driver, Boost – 148mm x 12mm thru axle
Rims
DT Swiss EX 1700 Spline 30, 15x110mm, 29", 6 Bolt – 110mm x 15mm thru axle
Spokes
DT Swiss N/A
Tires
Maxxis Assegai, 3C MaxxGrip compound, EVO+, 29” x 2.50”
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT MT8120, N/A
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT76 or Brakco DR-02, 203mm, 6 bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Nukeproof Horizon Alloy 6061, 45mm reach, 0° rise 31.8mm
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon riser Alloy 7050, 25mm rise, 9° back sweep, 780mm wide S/M, 800mm wide L/XL
Grips
Vitus lock on N/A
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5 Sealed bearings, OD44, 44/28.6 – 56/40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium 142mm x 265mm, Cro-moly rails
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend dropper Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 125mm drop/M 150mm drop/L,XL 170mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Front Center | 756 mm | 786 mm | 818 mm | 849 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 135 mm | 136 mm | 136 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 415 mm | 440 mm | 468 mm | 495 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 594 mm | 618 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 77 ° | 77.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 440 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1192 mm | 1222 mm | 1254 mm | 1285 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm | 25 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 166 cm | 176 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 179 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
Sommet 29 CRX Mountain belongs to the Vitus Sommet model. There are 79 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Vitus Sommet bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Vitus Sommet 29 CR Mountain 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2918$. On the other hand, Vitus Sommet 27 CRX Mountain 2021, is the most expensive and costs 4378$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Enduro bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4378$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 21.64% more expensive.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 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.
a bit heavier than average, Sommet 29 CRX Mountain has a weight of 15.27 kg (33.66 lbs). In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 7.01% less than Sommet 29 CRX Mountain.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Sommet 29 CRX Mountain components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 38 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 170mm. 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 Sommet 29 CRX Mountain bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Sizes
Sommet 29 CRX Mountain comes in 4 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
The Vitus model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.