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Vitus Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike (2020)
Vitus Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike (2020)
Vitus
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Created for the greatest adventure cycling efficiency, enjoyment and dependability, this Vitus Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike features a carbon construction, SRAM Apex 1x11 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes and is 700c and 650b wheel compatible.
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Created for the greatest adventure cycling efficiency, enjoyment and dependability, this Vitus Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike features a carbon construction, SRAM Apex 1x11 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes and is 700c and 650b wheel compatible.

Top Features of the Vitus Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike (2020)

Frame: Substance Carbon UD T700
Fork: UD Carbon Full Carbon tapered steerer
Drivetrain: SRAM Rival 1x11-Speed
Crankset: SRAM S-Series 350 X-SYNC 40T
Cassette: SRAM 1150 10-42T, 11-Speed
Brakes: SRAM Rival HRD Hydraulic Disc
Wheelset: Prime Kanza Carbon 650b
Handlebar: Vitus 6061 16 Deg Flared Adventure
Axles: Vitus 12mm Thru-Axle
Weight: 9.18kg (large)

Product Data

Mudguard Mounts: Yes
Rear Rack Mounts: Yes
Number of gears: 11
Cable Routing: Internal
Model Year: 2020
Frame: Substance Carbon UD T700 Internal cable routing, 142 x 12mm rear end, mud-guard mounts, rack mounts, 3 bottle cage mounts
Fork Material: Carbon
Fork: UD Carbon Full Carbon tapered steerer, 100 x 12mm, mud-guard mounts. Utility mounts (bottle cage or rack)
Steerer: Tapered
Bottle Cage Mounts: Double
Wheel Size: 27.5" (650b)
Groupset Manufacturer: SRAM
Brake Type: Hydraulic Disc Brake
Brakes: SRAM Rival HRD, Centreline RT 160mm 6-Bolt rotors
Brake Callipers: SRAM Rival HRD
Chainset type: Single
Chainset: SRAM S-Series 350 X-SYNC 40T
Chain: KMC X11 116 Links 11-Speed
Cassette: SRAM 1150 11-42T, 11-Speed
Handlebars: Vitus 6061 16 degrees Flared Adventure, 128mm drop x 77mm reach
Bar Tape/Grips: Vitus EVA cork
Stem: Vitus 6061 Aluminium, 3D Forged, bar bore 31.8mm, +/- 7 degrees
Seat Post: Vitus 6061 Aluminium, 12mm offset
Saddle: Vitus
Tyres: WTB Venture 650b x 47 TCS Road Plus, Tan Sidewall, Dual DNA Compound, Lightweight Tubeless Casing, TCS Aramid Bead
Touring: Yes
Road: Yes

An adventure road bike for any terrain, in all weathers, no matter how far journey or demanding the route. This go-anywhere lightweight and robust carbon journey companion is kitted out with mounting points for luggage carriers, mudguards and multiple water bottles, this sensational gravel-inspired bike is perfect for bike packing, touring, commuting and exploring far off the beaten track.

SRAM Rival 1x11-Speed Drivetrain and Hydraulic Disc Brakes

Powered but a SRAM Rival 1 groupset with a wide-range 10-42T cassette to get you up the steepest climbs and hydraulic disc brakes to control your momentum on the descents. Gliding through its gears with superior smoothness and precision and applying sensational stopping-power when needed, this bike dominates all terrains and weathers on every stage of your cycling expedition. 

Prime Kanza Carbon 650b Wheels and WTB Venture TCS Tubeless Tyres

This ride rolls aboard Prime Kanza Carbon 650b wheels and large volume WTB Venture TCS tyres. This wheel/tyre duo is Tubeless Ready and rolls with outstanding pace, stability and control as it finds grip and traction anywhere thanks to its wide tyres. Easy to set up tubeless, this wheelset comes supplied with tubeless valves, so if you want the wheels to roll faster and with more grip, all you need to do it install the valves, apply your preferred sealant and begin your adventure.

Superb Vitus Finishing Kit and Ti-Rail Vitus Saddle

Vitus has created a formidable and elegant bike for every adventure cyclist seeking comfort, pedalling-efficiency and style, this Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike is every touring and bike packers dream ride. Vitus has also kitted it out with a superb finishing kit that includes an aluminium flat top-sectioned handlebar for superb comfort in all sitting positions, plus, a stem and seatpost to match. And, a Titanium-rail Vitus saddle enhances this rides comfort, reliability and low weight even further.

Built, Tuned and Tested

Rest assured that each bike is fully built, tested and tuned by Wiggle's team of qualified bike mechanics to ensure your bike arrives in perfect condition. Find out which size fits you by clicking the size chart tab.

Note: Manufacturer may reserve the right to change the specification of that listed or shown on this page.

About the Vitus brand

First emerging as a frame builder in 1970s France, Vitus Bikes played a pivotal role in pioneering the design and manufacture of lugged and bonded aluminium frames, the most iconic being the 979, groundbreaking at the time and still prized among collectors today. In 1982 we engineered and developed the 979 Carbone, one of the very first frames to take carbon fibre technology from the aerospace industry and apply it to bikes. Their tradition of innovation continued throughout subsequent decades with frames which included the 1991 ZXI monocoque carbon frame, the spirit of which lives on in their latest generation of monocoque road bikes. Without exception, each of the bikes – from their singlespeed commuter to the high-end carbon road model – won plaudits for their ride quality, build and great value. The reviews confirmed what they knew all along, and they intend to improve on these already test-winning models as Vitus push forward with the development of this great brand of bikes. “Credit has to be due to a brand that has come back from the ashes and rather than milk the prestige of the old days, has set its sights on the biggest players on the scene.” CYCLIST magazine. Vitus bikes have been tested in many of the top cycling titles and websites across all disciplines. Their bikes have won group tests across Europe and are regarded as some of the best on the market.

Sizing Information

The size chart below will get you on the right size bike. Experienced riders may also wish to refer to the geometry chart for more detail.

Getting the Right Fit

At Wiggle we measure each of our bikes to build accurate size charts for our customers. Our qualified team of mechanics then individually check each order, against measurements supplied by you, to ensure the size chosen is correct. Another reason you can have complete confidence when buying a bike from Wiggle!

If you are on the change over between sizes both options will fit. Racers and experienced riders would usually select a smaller size as this offers quicker handing. A larger bike offers more stability and is more suited to new and intermediate riders.


XS S M L XL
Height cm 163 - 170cm 170 - 178cm 178 - 185cm 185 - 192cm 192 - 200cm
ft 5′ 4″ - 5′ 7″ 5′ 7″ - 5′ 10″ 5′ 10″ - 6′ 1″ 6′ 1″ - 6′ 4″ 6′ 4″ - 6′ 7″
Inside Leg cm 70 - 74cm 74 - 82cm 82 - 86cm 86 - 90cm 90 - 94cm
inches 28″ - 29″ 29″ - 32″ 32″ - 34″ 34″ - 35″ 35″ - 37″
XS S M L XL
Seat Tube - Center to Top mm 490mm 520mm 540mm 560mm 580mm
Seat Tube - Center to Center mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm
A. Top Tube (Virtual) mm 525mm 535mm 545mm 560mm 575mm
Front Centre mm 589mm 595mm 595mm 605mm 615mm
Wheelbase mm 1020mm 1021mm 1025mm 1036mm 1052mm
E. Head Tube mm 120mm 140mm 150mm 170mm 190mm
Fork Rake mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm
Fork Length mm 395mm 395mm 395mm 395mm 395mm
B. Head Tube Angle Degrees 70.5° 71° 71.5° 72° 72°
C. Seat Tube Angle Degrees 73.5° 73.5° 73° 73° 72.5°
D. Chainstay Length mm 435mm 435mm 435mm 435mm 435mm
Bottom Bracket Drop mm 68mm 68mm 68mm 68mm 68mm
Crank Length mm 165mm 170mm 172mm 172mm 175mm
F. Stack mm 536mm 557mm 568mm 589mm 608mm
G. Reach mm 366mm 369mm 371mm 379mm 382mm
Stem Length mm 70mm 70mm 80mm 90mm 90mm
Handlebar Width mm 380mm 400mm 420mm 440mm 440mm

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Vitus Substance CRX Adventure Road Bike (2020) is rated 5.0 out of 5 by 2.
Rated 5 out of 5 by CSlack from Fantastic Bike so far! After doing around 500 miles on this bike, mostly commuting, so its hard to comment on the durability. I did a longer mixed surface ride yesterday. 50 miles (20 miles gravel/rough stuff), from Sheffield, up to Stanage pole, around Derwent reservoir and back home. This bike handled the rocky climb well. using the full extent of the gearing. It descends well off road, fast and fun, can be thrown about like a mountain bike. On the steady decent back to Sheffield, the gearing tops out at around 31-33mph. Fun and nimble when you want it to, and eats the tarmac miles up for the journey back. To top it all off, the colour is fantastic! The bottom bracket has started creaking. However I do seem to get through the cheaper bottom brackets pretty quickly, so will be upgrading shortly.
Date published: 2020-07-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by Redbred from Fast and Agile First ride this morning - first impressions are it is fast and agile. Loved it. Was concerned gearing would be too low with a 40t chainring, but it actually comes with a 10-42t cassette (as opposed to the 11-42t listed) - didn't use the 10 and was able to sit at 30kph on paved sections comfortably. Brilliant offroad. Very nimble and chuckable. Have set up tubeless but running 40psi at moment. Probably too high for offroad bits. Had to re-index the gears before using as they weren't set up correctly, but that was a 2 minute job. Size XS and impressed there is no toe overlap - would be with mudguards.
Date published: 2020-03-05
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How to order CRX Adventure bike with 700c wheels and tyres

Drescription mentions the Vitus Substance Adventure Road Bike runs either 700c or 650b wheels. The order process only mentions 650b. I would like to buy the bike XL size with 700c wheels / tyres.
Asked by: Flatman
Hi, The bike is supplied with 650b wheels. However the frame design allows for fitment of 700c wheels too should you want to do this at a later date. This is not an option with purchase. With a road style 47mm tyre (as is fitted to the Substance CRX) on the 650b wheel you get effectively the same diameter wheel tyre as a 700c wheel with a road tyre on it, plus the added benefits of more comfort. Thanks
Answered by: JShann
Date published: 2020-09-15

Does it have a press fit or threaded BB?

Asked by: Nesta99
Hi, All Vitus Substance bikes have a Threaded Bottom Bracket shell. Thanks
Answered by: JShann
Date published: 2020-07-13

Does this bike fit mudguards with in this spec? If so which ones please?

Asked by: Marley123456
hi, The bike is fully compatible with rear and frond full length mudguards. You will need to order these separately. We recommend the Lifeline Wide Road mudguards which have been tested on this bike. https://www.wiggle.co.uk/lifeline-wide-mudguard-set Thanks
Answered by: JShann
Date published: 2020-09-13

What is the maximum size chain ring that frame and crankset combo will accept?

Eg could you fit a 44 or 46 tooth chainring for road riding with 700c wheels or would this catch on the frame?
Asked by: MitStu1
Hi, The Substance Carbon bikes will accept a 46 tooth single chain ring as the biggest option. They will also work with a 50/34T Compact Double chain set. Thanks
Answered by: JShann
Date published: 2020-08-22

Weight?

Anysize? 2019 model was around 9,15kg in size M. This 2020 should be little bit lighter but how much..?
Asked by: Polkumies
Hi, The Substance CRX 2020 weights 9.18KG. Thanks
Answered by: JShann
Date published: 2020-06-09

Dropper post?

Hi will the Substance CRX take a retro fitted dropper post if it's being run in the stock 1 x drivetrain setup? Many thanks
Asked by: Pilau
hi, Yes you can run a internally routed dropper post with the Vitus Substance CRX, as long as you are using the 1X gearing set up. Thanks
Answered by: JShann
Date published: 2020-08-30

Will you be getting any more of the 2020 model in? If not, any idea when the 2021 model will be available? Thanks

Asked by: tbevan

Substance CRX Screeching brakes

Hi, I have recently purchased the Substance CRX, fantastic bike. However the brakes have started squealing already, any advice please? Dave
Asked by: Technotims

Are the tyres suitable for long-distance bikepacking with a fair bit of weight, or would something that can take a higher PSI be suitable?

Just bought one of these from you and want to go off on a round Britain adventure - probably 70% road, 30% gravel or forest path. I'll be carrying a full set of bikepacking bags so weight could be as much as 10-15kg.
Asked by: PDW81
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