Vitus Sommet 297 Frame 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,099$
Weight | 4.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Rear 170mm -
Suspension Full
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
T700 carbon fibre front triangle, 6061-T6 aluminium rear
Rear Shock
Fox Float X2 Factory Series, Kashima coating, Grip2 air spring, 2 position lever, 205mm x 65mm, trunnion
Cockpit
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Front Center | 761 mm | 791 mm | 823 mm | 868 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 130 mm | 131 mm | 131 mm | 135 mm |
| Stack | 618 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 415 mm | 441 mm | 469 mm | 513 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 594 mm | 618 mm | 659 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 | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1192 mm | 1222 mm | 1254 mm | 1299 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 297 Frame belongs to the Vitus Sommet model. Vitus launched 79 frames of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Vitus Sommet 29 Frame 2023 is the cheapest frame model and costs 2099$. Vitus Sommet 275 Frame 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2310$.
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.
Downhill frames average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Downhill frame is 1923$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Downhill frame. To sum up, when you purchase your frame, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 2099$. Comparing this to the average Downhill frame price, we see that the price is 9.15% higher.
Average weight for Downhill frames
Downhill frames weigh an average of 4.29 kg (9.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
slightly heavier than average, Sommet 297 Frame has a weight of 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs). To sum up, it’s 2.56% heavier than the average weight of Downhill frames.
Sommet 297 Frame components
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this frame is Fox Float X2 Factory Series, with a travel distance of 170mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Sizes
Vitus Sommet 297 Frame frame has 4 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.