Vitus Zenium CRS Ultegra 2020 Red-Carbon
The Vitus Zenium is one of the many gorgeous new bikes that have been brought forward after the revival of the Vitus line by Chain Reaction Cycles. The Zenium is the perfect bike for a cyclist who wants the right balance between speed and handling! Read full review
Vitus Zenium Review
For the most part, we expected the Vitus Zenium bike to feel like it was priced – decent. We couldn’t have been more mistaken. The second our team of reviewers pushed off onto the road for the maiden ride, we had smiles on our faces.
From the chunky tubes to the fixed axle crank, power transmission was not an issue. The bike responded like a charm to every one of our movements, and seemed to surpass some pretty high-end setups as it did so.
The Zenium is made for speed, as we soon came to realise. The front end is lower than normal and is coupled with a long stem. This meant that we were blazing forward most of the time as opposed to just cruising past. The Shimano wheel hoops were silent, stiff and lightweight for even faster, better rides.
Since the tyres were Schwalbe Lugano, we expected them to hinder the motion of the bike a little, but they were as nimble as some far more expensive bikes! The frame and the carbon fork along with the great saddle all made for a sporty, comfortable ride. While potholes should be avoided, you won’t be shaken to death if you do go over one. Similarly, you needn’t worry about muddy slopes and sharp corners either. The clip-ons provided more than enough protection against spray as well.
The cassette and chain were a full 20 speed Shimano Tiagra set with an FSA Gosammer Compact cassette that is built for speed, not casual riding.
+Pros:
- Sporty feel
- Comfortable ride
- Great build quality
- Good power transmission
- Lightweight, nimble feel
-Cons:
- Frame weight is a little high
- Built more for racing than casual use
The Verdict
A sporty, powerful bike perfect for any one of a range of uses including city cycling and longer trips in relative comfort.
We had a lot of fun reviewing the Vitus Zenium. It was a pleasure to ride, and the equipment in the bike made for an epic experience overall. This is definitely one you need to consider if you are a serious cyclist!
Vitus Zenium CRS Road Bike (Ultegra)A versatile and award-winning ride, the Zenium CRS features a blend of efficiency, comfort, reliability and style. It’s perfectly geared for pacey sportives, local criteriums, weekend club runs and will excel as your winter training companion. With a carbon frameset at its core, its engineered to provide the greatest performance for all-round riding enthusiasts who want quality in every situation. Shimano Ultegra 11-Speed Drivetrain and Hydraulic Disc BrakesDesigned and optimised for speed, agility and comfort, this rampant road racer features an intensely efficient and ultra-dependable Shimano Ultegra 11-Speed drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes at its core. This gearset ramps you up to speed with remarkable pace while its powerful and all-weather dependable disc brakes control your momentum with confidence-inspiring precision.Prime Baroudeur Race Wheels and Vee Road Runner TyresVitus has it rolling on efficient and stable Prime Baroudeur aluminium wheels wrapped in Vee Road Runner tyres for a combination for vigorous speed capabilities and outstanding grip and traction in all riding situations. This modern road racer is designed with tyre clearance for use with 28c tyres and its wheels are held in place by 12mm thru-axles that give greater stability. And, these Vitus Switch axles feature removable lever handles for extra weight saving, an aerodynamic boost and greater wheel security.Vitus Aero Handlebar, Stem, Carbon Layback Seatpost and SaddleThis Vitus Zenium CRS Road Bike’s stellar build is completed with Vitus’ own aluminium aero bar and stem, complimented by a Vitus carbon layback seatpost. This superb finishing kit keeps the bike weight down, reduces road buzz and is fitted with a Vitus saddle for the utmost comfort, even when spending long sessions in the saddle without a rest.Due In Stock: Mid December 2019Features: Frame: Zenium UD Carbon T700 Internal cable routing, Flat Mount braking, PF30 BB Shell, 142 x 12 Fork: UD Carbon, Full Carbon tapered steerer, 100 x 12mm Headset: Acros AiX-Low R3 Tapered 1 1/8″- 1 1/4″, upper bearing 41.8 / 28.6, lower bearing 47 / 33 Bottom Bracket: Prestine PF30 BB to fit 24mm axle Handlebar: Vitus Aero AL6061, 128mm drop x 77mm reach Stem: Vitus AL6061 3D Forged, bar bore 31.8mm, +/- 7 degrees Grips: Vitus EVA Cork Front Derailleur: Shimano Ultegra R8000 Rear Derailleur: Shimano Ultegra R8000-GS, 11-Speed, Direct Mount Shifters: Shimano Ultegra ST-R8020 Brakes: Shimano Ultegra R8000 Hydraulic, ST-R8020 & BR-R8070 Rotors: Front: 160mm; Rear: 140mm Crankset: Shimano Ultegra R8000 50/34T, 11-Speed Chain: KMC X11 11-Speed, QUICK LINK Cassette: Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-30T Wheelset: Prime Baroudeur – Aluminium Disc Tubeless, CentreLock, F-100 x 12mm, R- 142 x 12mm, Tubeless tape installed, Tubeless valves supplied. Tyres: Vee Road Runner 700c x 28c, B-Proof Aramid Belt, Skinwall Saddle: Vitus Seat Post: Vitus Carbon, UD Carbon, 27.2mm x 350mm, 12mm offset Seatclamp: Vitus Axles: Vitus 12mm Thru-AxlesEasy AssemblyWhen 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 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 kids’ 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 kids’ 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.Buy Vitus Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
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