The new Vitus Mythique trail bike promises to be more capable than ever with redesigned geometry and a trunnion-mounted rear shock.
Four models will be available. The entry-level VR has 130mm of front and rear travel, while the VRS, VRX and AMP feature 140mm. Both 29in and 27.5in wheel-size options are available on all models, except the AMP, which is only available as 29in.
Vitus claims the Mythique is no longer a “get you started bike”, and says it is now a bike with broader appeal to cater for more experienced riders.
The new Mythique presents good value for money on paper. We were very impressed with the previous model, featuring a version of it in our roundup of the best mountain bikes under £2000 / $2500 . Geometry updates
The new Mythique sees lots of updates over the previous model, with cleaner lines matched with modern geometry.
In Vitus’ quest for capability, it has slackened the head angle of the Mythique by 0.5 degrees. This means the 130mm travel version of the bike will now have a head angle of 66 degrees compared to 66.5 degrees on the previous model. The same is true for the 140mm bike, with the head tube angle now at 65.5 degrees compared to the previous 66 degrees.
Vitus says this provides more control while descending, boosting confidence on steeper and more technical terrain.The effective seat tube angle is now steeper than the previous model with a 1-degree increase on the 130mm bike, from 76.7 degrees to 77.7 […]
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