Vitus Substance

27 reasons to buy

• Reviewers felt that the pricing of CRX and V2 models was outstanding.

• The Substance showed excellent value for components in this price range.

• Tourers and bikepackers found the Substance eminently suitable.

• The presence of rack, fender and 3x bottle mounts were appreciated.

• There is plenty of clearance for wide 47c tires, with mudguards.

• The CRX’s stiff, all-carbon build delivered a comfortable, vibration-free ride.

• Some owners said their bike arrived fully tuned and ride-ready.

• Owners said the Substance rode fast and handled well on-road.

• Off-road descents were handled well by the CRX.

• 650b wheels and tires were seen as fast, fun and comfortable on the rough.

• Riders found the all-carbon CRX easy to throw around on dirt trails.

• Prime Kanza carbon rims on the CRX, were quiet, light and compliant.

• The CRX’s metallic “Copper / Gray” color-scheme was deemed awesome.

• A threaded bottom bracket made for easy maintenance.

• The SRS-2’s steel frame delivered a smooth and comfortable ride.

• A pleased rider said the fit of the Substance was exactly as described.

• On the VRS-2, the GRX-800 drivetrain was lauded.

• On the CRS-2 and VRS-2, GRX-400 hydraulic brakes were praised.

• Riders were impressed by WTB Byway 650b x 47c TCS Road Plus tires on the VRS-2.

• The CRS-2’s carbon frame felt light, responsive and stiff.

• Tubeless setup on the CRS-2 was said to be very simple.

• The CRS-2's 30t inner chainring easily saw a loaded tourer up steep hills.

• Buyers’ experiences with customer service were overwhelmingly positive.

• A V-2 owner enjoyed the user-friendliness of mechanical TRP Spyre brakes.

• Compatibility with both 650b and 700c wheels makes the Substance an all-roader.

• A tester appreciated the 16° flare on Vitus own-brand handlebars.

• One expert described the V-2’s blue-grey color scheme as a “classy touch”.