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Venon 2014
A carbon frame endurance bike with mid-range components and tektro rim brakes.
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| Weight | 19.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
| Groupset | Tiagra |
| Brakes | Tektro Rim |
Summary
The Vitus Venon is praised for its excellent value, offering a lightweight and stiff carbon frameset that delivers a fun and comfortable ride over long distances. It features quick handling and a decent build kit, though some reviews note a mix-and-match spec and average braking performance. The bike's aggressive front end and efficient power transfer make it responsive to efforts, but the ride can be jarring over rough terrain.
Excellent value for money
Lightweight carbon frameset
Fun and comfortable ride over long distances
Quick handling and efficient power transfer
Aggressive and responsive front end
Mix-and-match component spec
Average braking performance
Ride can be jarring over rough terrain
Heavyish wheels affect initial acceleration
At 8.3kg for a 55cm bike it’s also commendably light.
Cycling WeeklyThe Vitus Venon proves that as long as you’re basically competent with a set of Allen keys and can work out appropriate bar position and saddle height yourself (or with a friend) it could be a really smart move too.
BikeRadarThe Venon is a bit of a revelation.
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Aug 2015 · Guy Kesteven
A properly outstanding all rounder that blows other budget bikes into the weeds and shames many more expensive rides in the process
Sep 2014 · Matt Lamy
A carbon frame with Shimano 105: if ever there was a ‘typical’ modern sportive bike, it’s the Vitus Venon VR
Great value with price reduction
Light weight
Mix-and-match spec
Hard ride quality
Jul 2014 · Stu Kerton
Surprisingly comfortable mile muncher with a solid frame and finishing kit
| Frame | High-Modulus T700, HM-UD Carbon BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | High-Modulus T700 HM-UD, Carbon With Alloy Steerer |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo (BSA) |
| Headset | Token A83M Integrated, 1.1/8” – 1.5” |
| Stem | Vitus Elite, 3D Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium With V-Lock 2014 Aluminium Face plate, +/- 7 |
| Handlebar | Vitus Elite Compact, 6061 Double Butted Alloy |
| Saddle | Vitus |
| Seatpost | Vitus Alloy, 6061-T6, 15mm Offset, 31.6mm x 350mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra 4600 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra 4600 |
| Crank | FSA Omega, 50t x 34t |
| Shifters | Shimano Tiagra 4600 |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra 4600, 12t-28t, 10-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10-Speed |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro R315 Dual Pivot, Rear: Tektro R315 Dual Pivot Type: Tektro Rim |
| Front Hub | Alloy |
|---|---|
| Rear Hub | Alloy |
| Tires | Kenda, 700 x 25c |
First added October 6
Last updated October 6
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