Vitus Substance VRS-1 HT Gravel Bike (Apex)

Vitus Substance VRS-1 HT Gravel Bike (Apex)

The Substance VRS-1 HT from Vitus combines the best of modern gravel road bikes and hardtail (HT) off-road mountain bikes. This versatile gravel bike features a strong and lightweight aluminium frame that is equipped with RockShox suspension forks, a SRAM Apex 11-Speed groupset, hydraulic disc brakes and a Brand-X Ascend dropper seatpost. Offering exceptional traction, stability and control for riding across all terrains, this bike is a superb bike for rapid off-road trail sessions and gravel racing.

Agile, Efficient and Stylish Gravel Road Bike

The Vitus Substance loads your ride with freedom and choice. It expands your world, opening up new possibilities to ride and explore where otherwise you might not have looked. Unshackled from the same old routes, each ride reveals new ways ahead, like a fresh map – that bridleway to who-knows-where, the gravel track through the woods or the rougher shortcut that you know is quicker but that other bikes couldn’t handle.

RockShox Rudy Suspension and SRAM Apex 11-Speed Groupset

Whether embarking on a gravel race session or simply staying light for a mixed-terrain local loop, the Substance VRS-1 HT is capable of adapting to suit your ride, moreso than ever before. At its core, a double-butted aluminium frame and RockShox suspension fork are tuned for comfort on long days and across varied surfaces. Aided by big volume tyres that soften the bumps and add traction over rutted or loose tracks, the build also includes a dropper post for maximum freedom of movement on the steepest terrain.

With compatibility for 1X or 2X drivetrains and either 700c or 650b wheels, you can really fine-tune the setup to best fit where you are riding. And if ultra-racing or multi-day expeditions are your thing, the frame has mounts for luggage, waterbottles and mudguards. For those remote rides where water, food and spares might be hard to come by, you can always load up with whatever you need to reach the next supply point.

Strong, Lightweight and Versatile Gravel Bike

This isn’t simply about the same cliches of getting off the beaten track or going in search of the road less travelled, because the Substance is more than a gravel road race bike. It broadens your horizons, delivering richer experiences and powerful lasting memories. It’s a bike that enables you to do more. It’s a bike that gives you options. The Substance empowers a new mindset, one that entices you to break away from routine and to ride where you want to ride, unrestricted.

Features:

• Frame: Substance Aluminium, 6061-T6 Double Butted Aluminium, Internal Cable Routing, 1X Dropper Post Compatible, Mudguard Mounts, Rack Mounts, 12mm x 142mm axle, Flat Mount
• Fork: RockShox Rudy XPLR, 30mm Travel, Tapered Steerer, 100 x 12mm, Flat Mount
• Headset: ACROS Aix-Low R3, Sealed Bearings, OD48, 1 1/8” – 1 ½”, 41.8 / 28.6 – 52 / 40
• Handlebar: Vitus 6061 Aluminium Wing, 77mm Reach, 128mm Drop, 16 Degree Flare, XS:400mm S:400mm M:420mm L:420mm XL:440mm XXL: 440mm
• Stem: Vitus 6061 Aluminium, 3D Forged, Bar Bore: 31.8mm, +/- 7 degrees, XS:80mm S:80mm M:90mm L:100mm XL:110mm XXL:110mm
• Grip(Tape): Vitus Super Grip, Anti Slip, Shockproof
• Wheelset: DT Swiss G 1800 Spline, 650b, Tubeless Ready, 100 x 12mm Front, 142 x 12mm Rear, 6 Bolt, HG Freehub
• Front Rim: DT Swiss G 1800 Spline, 650b, Tubeless Ready
• Rear Rim: DT Swiss G 1800 Spline, 650b, Tubeless Ready
• Front Hub: DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm, 6 Bolt
• Rear Hub: DT Swiss 370, 142x12mm, 6 Bolt, HG Freehub
• Front Tyre: WTB Venture TCS Road Plus, 650b x 47, Tubeless Ready, Dual DNA Compound, UST Aramid Bead
• Rear Tyre: WTB Venture TCS Road Plus, 650b x 47, Tubeless Ready, Dual DNA Compound, UST Aramid Bead
• Spoke: DT Swiss, Prolock Nipples
• Chain: SRAM PC1110, 11 Speed
• Crankset: SRAM Apex X-Sync, 40T, 11 Speed, XS:165mm S:170mm M:172.5mm L:172.5mm XL:175mm XXL:175mm
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM GXP, BSA Threaded, 68mm, English
• F/brake Set: SRAM Apex, Hydraulic Disc, Flat Mount
• R/brake Set: SRAM Apex, Hydraulic Disc, Flat Mount
• Rotors: SRAM Centreline, Front: 160mm, Rear: 160mm
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Apex, 11 Speed, Long Cage
• Left Shifter: SRAM Apex, Hydraulic Brake Lever
• Right Shifter: SRAM Apex, 11 Speed
• Freewheel: Sunrace MS8, 11 Speed, 11-42T
• Saddle: Vitus, Ti Rail
• Seat Post: Brand-X Ascend CX, 85mm Drop, 350mm Length, 27.2mm Diameter
• Seat Screw: Aluminium 31.8mm, Stainless Steel Bolt
• Weight: Medium: 10.8kg

Easy Assembly

When you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools and plastic pedals are conveniently included in the box.

Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive:

• All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for balance bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes.
• All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is balance bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes.
• All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes.

This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX.

This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX.

Please note that due to ongoing issues in the global bike supply chain, manufacturers may substitute certain component items due to availability. In this situation, they will be replaced with the same quality or better performing parts.

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