Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame

Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame - £1,999.99

At the core of the Vitus all-mountain and trail range is the Escarpe Mountain Bike Frame. Bringing forward all that was loved from the previous Escarpe platforms, this latest version has undergone the most comprehensive development yet to deliver a ride experience that’s more controlled, efficient, predictable and stable, whatever the terrain.

Climb ahead? No problem. Technical descent inbound? You’ve got this. This performance full-carbon frameset is the perfect starting point to build your dream trail and all-mountain bike. To ride faster, to discover that perfect line, to flow effortlessly where before you tiptoed, your bike and body need to speak the same language. Thankfully the Escarpe knows exactly how to read you and the trail.

Whether braking hard, pushing more power or negotiating a twisty descent, your centre of gravity is rarely constant, so key to the whole system is efficiency. To deal with the dynamic nature of trail riding, the Escarpe stays predictable and consistent so that you can stay loose. No white knuckles here. The suspension kinematics have been enhanced compared to the previous platform, further countering the effects of pedal-bob and reducing the harshness of small bumps and trail vibrations that drain your energy and kill speed. Smoother is faster for longer.

With an adjustable flip-chip, that can raise the bottom bracket by 6mm and increase the head angle, you can also customise the setup to best suit how and where you ride. Whatsmore, geometry and performance are optimised throughout the size range, so whether you are S or XL, there’s no compromise on how this bike feels.

  • Full T800 frame sheds weight for a truly responsive ride
  • 29" platform balancing speed & efficiency
  • Adjustable flip chip to fine tune handling and your preferred feel
  • Ultra-Smooth Fox Float DPS Factory Series shock
  • Robust rubber downtube, seat stay and chainstay protection
  • Durable clear protection film applied to high wear areas

New Full Carbon Escarpe Trail Platform

Modern geometry with adjustable flip chip, improved suspension kinematics and a smile inducing ride.

Frame Material

Full T800 carbon fibre front & rear triangles

Suspension Travel (MTB Only)

150mm Front, 140mm Rear

Wheel Size

29"

Available Size

S, M, L, XL

Colour

Cool Grey

Weight:

Medium: 3.1kg

£1,999.99

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Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame
Vitus Escarpe 290 Mountain Bike Frame

Specifications

Frame
Escarpe full T800 carbon front & rear triangles, internal cable routing, post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle.
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Factory Series, Kashima coating, EVOL, 3 position lever, 205mm x 60mm, trunnion
Headset
Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper & ZS56/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube
Seat Clamp
Vitus, 36.4mm Diameter
Rear Axle
148mm x 12mm thru axle, 180mm Length, 13mm Thread Length, M12xP1.0 Thread Pitch
  • New Full Carbon Frame

    Taking the award-winning Escarpe platform developed last year we have made the best better for 2022. With the addition of a carbon rear triangle we have designed the Escarpe to be the most efficient trail bike on the mountain with less weight for more miles and more fun. A full carbon front and rear triangle brings the next level of performance to the Escarpe range.

Geometry & Sizing

Measurement instructions for Vitus Sommet range

 

Frame Size S M L XL
Rec Rider Height (Imperial) 5' 2" - 5' 6" 5' 6" - 5' 10" 5' 10" - 6' 2" 6' 2" - 6' 7"
Rec Rider Height (Metric) 160 - 170cm 170 - 178cm 178 - 190cm 190 - 201cm
Rec Inside Leg (Imperial) 27" - 30" 30" - 32" 32" - 34" 34" - 37"
Rec Inside Leg (Metric) 71 - 76cm 76 - 81cm 81 - 86cm 86 - 94cm
(A) Seat Tube Length 380mm 410mm 440mm 480mm
(B) Effective Top Tube Length 566mm 595mm 619mm 660mm
(C) Reach 437mm 451mm 478mm 522mm
(D) Stack 616mm 625mm 634mm 642mm
(E) Chainstay Length 440mm 440mm 440mm 440mm
(F) Headtube Length 100mm 110mm 120mm 130mm
(G) Headtube Angle* 65° 65° 65° 65°
(H) Effective Seat Tube Angle 77° 77° 77.5° 78°
(I) Actual Seat Tube Angle 72° 72° 72° 72°
(J) Saddle Layback 146.65mm 163.01mm 172.92mm 188.84mm
(K) BB to Saddle Height at Saddle Layback 650mm 700mm 750mm 800mm
(L) Wheelbase 1188mm 1218mm 1249mm 1297mm
Bottom Bracket Drop 35mm 35mm 35mm 35mm
Chainguide Mount ISCG05 ISCG05 ISCG05 ISCG05
Handlebar Width/Rise 760mm/25mm 760mm/25mm 800mm/25mm 800mm/25mm
Seatpost Insert Depth 177mm 215mm 242mm 270mm
*All Escarpe bikes come with a flip chip, geometry numbers stated are for the low setting, if you switch to the high setting the head angle increases by 0.5 degrees and the BB Drop lifts by 6mm.



 

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All Vitus frames and framesets purchased from an authorised Vitus retailer or distributor are guaranteed for two (2) years. The warranty term begins with the original date of purchase. The original dated sales invoice or other dated proof of purchase is required. The warranty applies to the original purchaser only. For full information on our warranty process, visit: Warranty