Dragging this to the top again.
Still interested in on of these frames, but which to buy.
The geometry is is very similar, but are there any other significant difference between them?
Seat post offsets?
EPS manufacture on both?
Hidden cables through steerer tube?
Would prefer T47 or BSA bottom bracket, are they available on both?
Thanks. (I did email Peter but no reply)

Thanks for the reply, perfect.

Any idea of next way to contact XM? I’ve emailed a couple of times but have had no response 🤷‍♂️

Thanks for that. I looked at Carbonda but failed to read it properly. Cheers again.

Anyone fitted a non-trunnion shock to their frame with a conversion kit?

With a standard double eyelet it would offer the advantage of having the lockout lever at the top of the shock. With trunnion shock, unless remote operation, with manual lockout, the lever is down low, and awkward to reach. Anyone?

First post, and thanks for the huge volume of info. Hours of happy reading!

So, I recently bought a Vitus Rapide FS bare frame from an ex-employee of Chain Reaction who had bought a job lot of frames from the administrators. Frame turned up, brand new, colour Cool Grey (almost white?), 2023 model and looks to be a stock frame held by Wiggle/Chain Reaction for warranty claims/exchange. Came with rear hanger (no UHD, which is 2024 stock), no headset, no seat post collar.

A few questions. I need a shock for it and have been offered a 165 x 42.5 Fox Float Factory which would be my first choice if it fits(?). Is there any danger of any interference with the rocker/seat tube? Has Carbonda changed anything to improve clearance from the early frames? I've read about the newer 120 rear end but I'm assuming I don't have that on my frame? I'm not a heavy or hard rider, more a geriatric bimbler, but would prefer to err on the side of caution, and if any doubt would go 165 x 40 (been offered a Sid Luxe)

Also, regarding spare hangers, can't see anything in the UK. Wing from Carbonda will send out at $5 each plus shipping. I'll order two for myself. Anyone else in the UK want me to order for them whilst I'm at it?

I asked Wing about a new UHD rear triangle, yes it's an option, $250 plus shipping, unpainted.

Will get some frame protection added, and will do this myself, I think. Any recommendations and advice - Invisiframe, Ridewrap, other?

Thanks all. My apologies if the above had been covered already but I'm only up to page 152 and I'm anxious to get building!