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”.