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Sentier 27 VRX
A 27.5″ aluminum frame hardtail trail bike with high-end components.
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£1,599($2,151)| Weight | 29.9 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 140mm |
| Fork | Fox Rhythm Float 34 |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'8"
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Summary
The Vitus Sentier is a trail bike that stands out for its impressive spec and value, offering a playful and forgiving ride on descents while maintaining efficiency on climbs. Its suspension and handling are praised for composure and confidence, though some reviews note limitations in geometry and component choices.
Top-spec parts for a bargain price
Playful and forgiving descender
Comfortable climbing position
Smooths out bumps with composure and confidence
Lightweight and efficient
Geometry limitations affect versatility
Seat tube length may not suit all riders
Some component choices could be improved
The Sentier has compromises, but its spec, overall feel and cost make it stand out.
BikeRadarBest Hardtail of the Year under £1,000!
MBRIt’s pretty impressive to see such aggressive tyres on a bike of this price, especially with full-fat compounds and casings.
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Nov 2021
After testing a few budget-friendly hardtails this year, we’ve found that very few of them have come close to matching the apparent value of Vitus’ Sentier VR. It comes with a mighty impressive spec for the cash and a geometry that’ll please new riders. However, that same geometry offers a severe blow to the bike’s versatility. The best mountain bikes you can buy for under £1,500 - full sus and hardtails Ribble HT 725 Sport Build review Five reasons why you should have a hardtail The Sentier VR comes in two models, one with 29” wheels and one with 650b hoops.
Dec 2020 · Alex Evans
Great spec and a bargain price, as long as the seat tube isn’t too long or the reach too short
Top-spec parts for a bargain price
A fluid and forgiving descender that doesn’t feel vague in turns or across cambers
Seat tube and reach numbers could do with a tweak to unlock more potential
A full-length outer gear cable would be more UK-proof
Dec 2019 · Alan Muldoon
Successfully defending its 2018 title, the handsome Vitus Sentier 27 VR defies its sub £1,000 price point with the best spec, geometry and overall finish.
Great spec, fast, massively versatile and lightest on test.
No dropper post, cheap resin pad-only rotors.
Sep 2017 · Joseph Delves
A trail hooligan that’s all about the descents
| Frame | Sentier 27.5" hardtail frame, Boost spacing, 6061 alloy BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Midnight Sand |
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| Fork | Fox Float 34 Rhythm 27.5" 140mm, Boost, Grip Damper, Kabolt 110, 44mm Offset Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | N/A, N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB52, Theaded 73mm BSA |
| Headset | ACROS, ZS 44mm/56mm |
| Stem | Nukeproof Neutron, 45mm, 31.8mm bar diameter, 0deg rise |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Horizon, 25mm Rise, AL7050 Width - S760mm, M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, 31.8mm bar diameter |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 142 Race, N/A |
| Seatpost | Brand X Ascend, 31.6mm, Left hand remote lever, S100mm, M120mm, L150mm, XL 170mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | VITUS, Tapered, single alloy clamp, sticky rubber |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT 12 speed, RD-M8100, SGS 12-SPEED, TOP NORMAL, SHADOW PLUS |
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| Front Derailleur | N/A, N/A |
| Crank | Shimano MT610 12 speed, 170MM, 32T, 52mm Boost chainline, Hollowtech 2 |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX 12 speed, N/A |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX 12 speed 10-51T, CS-M7100-12, SLX, 12-SPEED HYPERGLIDE+ |
| Chain | KMC Z9 EPT Anti Rust, N/A |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano XT 8100, METAL PAD(W/FIN), SM-RT66 180mm Rotor, 6-BOLT, Rear: Shimano XT 8100, METAL PAD(W/FIN), SM-RT66 180mm Rotor, 6-BOLT Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: WTB STlight i30, TCS 2.0, 27.5", 30mm inner diameter, 32 hole, Sleeved Joint, Rear: WTB STlight i30, TCS 2.0, 27.5", 30mm inner diameter, 32 hole, Sleeved Joint |
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| Spokes | 14G STAINLESS DB BLACK, BLACK BRASS NIPPLES |
| Front Hub | VITUS DHF112, Boost 15x110mm, DOUBLE SEALED BEARINGS, 32H, 6 BOLT |
| Rear Hub | VITUS M5ER, Boost 12x148mm, DOUBLE SEALED BEARINGS, 32H, Shimano MICROSPLINE 12spd Driver Body, 6 BOLT |
| Tires | Front: SCHWALBE MAGIC MARY Evo, 27.5" x 2.6", SnakeSkin, TLE, APEX, ADDIX Soft, Rear: SCHWALBE HANS DAMPF Evo, 27.5" x 2.6", SnakeSkin, TLE, APEX, ADDIX Speedgrip |
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Last updated August 5
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