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Mythique 29 VR Mountain
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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£1,349($1,815)| Weight | 32.8 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 130 / 130mm |
| Fork | X-Fusion RC32 |
| Shock | X-Fusion |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano 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 Mythique is a versatile trail bike that balances performance and value, offering a fun ride with efficient climbing and stable downhill handling. Its suspension provides good small-bump sensitivity and mid-stroke support, though some components like the X-Fusion fork and Shimano brakes may underperform. The bike's geometry and spec make it a great choice for trail centres and technical terrain, though taller riders might find the dropper post travel limiting.
Excellently balanced on most trail types
Great small-bump sensitivity and no compression or rebound spike in the Marzocchi fork
Competitively priced with solidly-performing parts
Updated geometry with steeper seat tube and longer reach for better fit and handling
1x12 drivetrain is a real advantage
Dropper post's 150mm of travel may not be enough for steep downhills
X-Fusion fork and Shimano brakes underperform
Seat angle is relatively slack
Geometry means a compromised ride on both the ups and downs
The Mythique isn’t perfect, but it strikes an impressive compromise between weight, stiffness, comfort and, importantly, spec.
BikeRadarUnder two grand for a decent 29er has 'winning' written all over it.
off.road.ccperformance should outweigh appearance, shouldn't it?Pinkbike
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Dec 2022 · Mike Levy
One of our favorite workhorse trail bikes gets an all-new frame with updated geometry.
Jul 2020 · Alan Muldoon
With the introduction of the Vitus Mythique 27, Vitus looks poised to dominate the entry-level full-suspension category just as it dominates hardtails.
Cutting-edge sizing and geometry
Needs a better shock tune and a dropper post
May 2020
The Vitus Mythique 29 VRS is a solid performer at the budget end of the scale. The 1x12 drivetrain is a real advantage and the geometry suits whatever kind of riding you fancy, while the tyres are a great spec for UK use. While some components underperform – the X-Fusion fork and Shimano brakes most notably – they're okay for the price. What's more, the Mythique is a bike worth upgrading, and for new riders looking for their first full suspension trail bike (without destroying the bank account), it’s a sensible choice.
Feb 2020 · Alex Evans
A great bike let down by some spec-related flaws. The extra £200 for the VRS model is well worth it because you’re going to have way more fun out on the trails
A great-feeling frame with supple yet supportive suspension
Fantastic tyres and brakes
Lacklustre, flexible and underdamped fork lets the ride down
Could do with a slacker head angle and steeper seat tube angle
Needs a wider range of gears
Jan 2020 · Antony de Heveningham
Antony checks out the Vitus Mythique, another great budget trail bike with full suspension to add to your shopping list.
| Frame | Mythique Alloy 6061, Post mount disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Nardo Grey |
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| Fork | X-Fusion RC32 Boost 29”, RC damper, 32mm stanchions, 130mm travel, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110mm x 15mm thru axle 46mm offset Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | X-Fusion O2 Pro R, 200mm x 51mm, trunnion Travel: 130mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA, N/A |
| Headset | Acros AZX-212, AZX-212-CO, sealed bearings, ZS44/28.6 – ZS56/40 |
| Stem | Vitus 50mm, Alloy, 50mm reach, 3° rise |
| Handlebar | Nukeproof Neutron V2 riser, 6061 alloy, 25mm rise, 9° back sweep, 760mm wide S/M, 780mm wide L/XL 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Nukeproof Neutron, N/A |
| Seatpost | Brand-X Ascend dropper, Remote lever, 31.6mm, S 100mm drop/M 120mm drop/L,XL 150mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Vitus lock on, N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120, Shadow plus, long cage, 10 speed |
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| Front Derailleur | N/A, N/A |
| Crank | Shimano Deore M5100, 30t, 170mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M4100, Rapidfire plus, 10 speed |
| Cassette | Sunrace CSMS2 11-46t 10 speed, N/A |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10 speed 114l |
| Brakes | Shimano MT401 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: WTB ST i30, TCS 2.0, 29”, 32h TCS tubeless tape fitted, Rear: WTB ST i30, TCS 2.0, 29”, 32h TCS tubeless tape fitted |
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| Spokes | Vitus, N/A |
| 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 |
| Tires | Front: Schwalbe Magic Mary, Snakeskin, TL Easy, E-25, Addix soft, 29” x 2.35”, Rear: Schwalbe Hans Dampf, Performance, twinskin, TLR, Addix, 29” x 2.35” |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT56 or Brakco DR-02, 180mm Front & Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment |
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Last updated December 3
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