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Sommet 29 CRX Mountain
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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£3,599($4,842)| Weight | 33.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 162 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'8"
Summary
The Vitus Sommet is praised for its excellent value, modern geometry, and capable downhill performance, making it a standout in the enduro category. Its suspension offers a lively and composed ride, though some reviews note it can feel less supportive or efficient compared to rivals. The bike's build quality and components are frequently highlighted as top-notch for the price.
Good value for money
Modern geometry and revised suspension design
Capable and enjoyable downhill performance
High-quality build components
Steep seat tube angle for effective pedaling
Suspension can feel less supportive or efficient on rough terrain
Some pedal bob present in climbing
Rear wheel may get hung up on steep technical climbs
Heel rub and thin grips noted in some models
this thing rips!
BikerumorThe new Vitus Sommet 29 CRX offers incredible value for money thanks to its amazing parts list, great geometry and revised suspension design.
BikeRadarFor the price of most boutique frames, Vitus has delivered a race-ready 29er enduro bike that blows the doors off anything else at this price point.
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Oct 2022 · Jessie-May Morgan
We tested the 2022 Vitus Sommet 297, a £3,999 mixed-wheel enduro bike with 170mm travel damped by Fox Factory suspension
May 2022 · Seb Stott
The Sommet is an easygoing long-travel machine, and it's well spec'd for the price.
Long-travel and active suspension is great for plowing
Geometry strikes a good balance between stability and agility
Good value, especially the other models in the range
Not the most upright climbing position and there's some pedal bob too
XL size needs a higher bar
The suspension isn't as supportive and stable as some bikes
Oct 2021 · Alan Muldoon
There are three levels of Vitus Sommet 29 and all share the exact same frame with its carbon front end. The Sommet 29 CRS Vitus brings colour to every ride.
Neutral handling, killer build.
No low-speed adjuster on rear shock.
Apr 2021 · Mark Gover
Offers stonking value for money and delivers a controlled, composed ride
Lively, energetic feel
Composed and stable when things get rough
Incredible value includes carbon mainframe frame with top-end kit bolted to it
Doesn’t feel quite as planted or as forgiving as the best in category
Fox 38 can feel a little over-damped for lighter riders
Apr 2019
The Vitus Sommet 27 is a long travel enduro bike that has a budget price and big aspirations. The frame is a good platform for an all-mountain or race weapon but there are some questionable spec choices that mean this isn’t as good value as you might first think.
| 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 BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Color: Oryx White |
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| Fork | FOX 38 Float EVOL Factory Series 29”, Kashima coating, Grip2 damper, 38mm stanchions, 170mm travel, 110mm x 15mm QR axle 44mm rake Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory Series, Kashima coating, Grip2 air spring, 2 position lever, 205mm x 62.5mm, trunnion Travel: 162mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB52, BS, 73mm BSA Threaded |
| Headset | Acros AZX-212-CO R5, Sealed bearings, OD44, 44/28.6 – 56/40 |
| 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 |
| 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 Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Vitus lock on, N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, Shadow plus, long cage, 12 speed |
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| Front Derailleur | N/A, N/A |
| Crank | Shimano XT M8100, 30t, 170mm |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100, Rapidfire plus, 12 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10t-51t, 12 speed |
| Chain | Shimano XT M8100, 12 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano XT MT8120, N/A Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: DT Swiss EX 1700, Spline 30, 15x110mm, 29", 6 Bolt – 110mm x 15mm thru axle, Rear: DT Swiss EX 1700, Spline 30, 29", 6 Bolt Shimano microspline driver, Boost – 148mm x 12mm thru axle |
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| Spokes | DT Swiss, N/A |
| 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 |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai, 3C MaxxGrip compound, EVO+, 29” x 2.50”, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra compound, DD/TR, 29” x 2.40” |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT76 or Brakco DR-02, 203mm, 6 bolt |
First added October 27
Last updated December 9
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