Is Vitus a good bike brand?
Vitus bikes is a direct-to-consumer brand sold exclusively at Chain Reaction Cycles and Wiggle, meaning Vitus can offer the best value possible. Its iconic 979 frame is still prized among collectors today, and many Vitus bikes have scored highly in our reviews.
Where are Vitus bicycles made?
Cambodia
It is based near St. Etienne, France. It has manufacturing in Cambodia.
Do Vitus bikes come tubeless?
The Wheels and tyres are tubeless ready, so just install the supplied valves and add sealant if you want to run tubeless. Finishing kit is made up of a Vitus 6061 aluminium handlebar, stem and seat post.
Are Vitus bikes made by Nukeproof?
In recent years Nukeproof have made a name for themselves by producing strong, rugged bikes that work and keep working. More recently their Chain Reaction Cycles stablemate, Vitus, have begun to emerge as a serious contender too, producing bikes that are not only good value, but also good fun for serious riders.
Where are ragley bikes made?
the UK
We are a small dedicated team of riders who are enthusiastic about making great hardtails. Designed and tested in the UK since 2008, Ragley make products for the modern rider who demands quality, reliability and day-in day-out performance without fuss.
What bike did Sean Kelly ride?
Vitus brand
It was of course Sean ‘King’ Kelly that became synonymous with the Vitus brand given his domination of the classics and Grand Tour win at the Vuelta Espania on board the 979, becoming the world’s No. 1 ranked cyclist of the era.
How much does the Vitus nucleus weigh?
14.45
Product Specifications
Available Sizes | M L XL |
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Weight (kg) | 14.45 |
Stem | Vitus, 50mm |
Shifters | Shimano Altus (2×9) |
Seatpost | Vitus |
Is Geniusbike com legit?
Likely a scam as many of the bike brands they sell are companies that DO NOT sell their bikes online except directly from their own websites. I’ve set up a message here directly to Genius-Bike so if they’re not scammers they can prove they’re not hopefully.
Are Nukeproof and Vitus the same?
The spec on both of them is nearly identical, so what it comes down to is geometry. They’re also very similar there, but the head tube angle on the Nukeproof is slacker by a degree at 65, compared to the 66 degrees of the Vitus.
Is Nukeproof direct to consumer?
Fezzari developed its unique approach to consumer-direct sales. On top of its appropriately head-turning value, Fezzari’s bikes offer varying levels of customization, like out-of-the-box tubeless setup or frame protection. Higher-end models provide additional options for suspension, wheel and cockpit upgrades.
Is ragley a good bike brand?
The Ragley Blue Pig is an extremely capable hardtail mountain bike. It has a durable steel frame and quality Shimano drivetrain and brakes. The bike has longer chainstays than others in its category. The price tag on the bike is not extremely high, but higher than some expect for a steel hardtail.
How big are the wheels on the Vitus vee-1 29?
An 11kg (24.3lb) bike with 29in wheels, comfortable fast-rolling tyres and handling that’s agile and confident, the Vee-1 29 is an easy bike to ride.
What kind of brakes do Vitus Vee city bikes use?
Simple V-brakes give you more than enough control and low maintenance. Schwalbe Land Cruiser Plus tyres provide just the right amount of grip for tackling varied terrain, whilst still having a tarmac friendly rolling resistance for effort-free cruising, and feature their Twin-Skin punchture guard protection.
What is the price of a Vitus bike?
If you’re looking for a bit more power, Vitus also has electric versions of both the Sommet and Sentier, so check those out if that’s more your thing. For commuters, Vitus offers great value for money with its entry-level commuter bike coming in just under £300.
Is the Vitus Dee 29 a mountain bike?
Vitus might intend the Dee 29 as an urban mountain bike, but it doesn’t take much to return it to its roots. It’s a proper mountain bike, albeit a basic one, and it’s properly fun to ride. It’s been about a month and half, and I’m still riding and loving this bike!