Vitus Bikes Launches the Revised Dominer 297 Downhill Bike

The Vitus Dominer 297 is our purpose-built downhill mountain bike, designed to tame the Earth’s most formidable gravity trails. This bike has proven its mettle on the world stage, with Joe Smith securing a remarkable 2nd place finish at the 2022 Red Bull Hardline. It is the trusted companion of acclaimed riders such as Kyle Strait and Callum Morris, who will rely on the Dominer 297 throughout the season to take on the biggest events in freeride and downhill. But this big beast isn’t just for the pros; the Dominer delivers accessible performance for both podium-seeking weekend racers and casual park enthusiasts alike. It’s the downhill bike for the people.

Highlights

• Dominer Alloy 6061-T6 triple butted frame
• 200mm travel front and rear
• RockShox Super Deluxe Select R Coil trunnion mount shock
• RockShox BoXXer Select 200mm travel, Charger RC damper
• Nukeproof Horizon V2 wheelset
• 29-inch front wheel, 27.5-inch rear wheel
• Maxxis Assegai 29" x 2.5", 3C MaxxGrip // Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5" x 2.4", 3C MaxxGrip F/R tires
• Truvativ Descendant DH 34T Narrow Wide crankset
• SRAM G2 RE post mount, four piston caliper
• SRAM CenterLine 200mm front & rear, 6 bolt rotors
• SRAM GX DH 7-speed drivetrain
• SRAM PG720 DH 7-speed, 11-25T cassette
• MSRP: $3,699 USD // UK £3499.99

Now available to downhill riders in the USA for the first time, the Dominer 297 features mixed wheels to provide confidence and agility on the chunkiest, steepest rides. The Dominer 297 is engineered for aggressive downhill riding, and its mixed wheel format combines the best of both worlds: a robust 29" wheel in the front for crushing obstacles and a nimble 27.5" wheel in the rear for maneuverability. Boasting 200mm of plush travel in the front and rear, the Dominer 297 gives riders the confidence to glide over rocks and roots at astonishing speeds. 

Built to last, the Dominer 297 features a durable aluminum frame that ensures years of faithful service. It comes right out of the box with a build kit that emphasizes reliability so riders can spend less time wrenching and more time riding. The suspension duties are handled by RockShox, with a Boxxer Select dual-crown fork featuring a Charger RC damper at the front and a Super Deluxe Coil shock at the rear. The SRAM Guide RE brakes with 200mm rotors provide ample stopping power when things get rowdy. The SRAM GX DH 7-speed drivetrain ensures quick and reliable shifts, while the Nukeproof Horizon V2 wheelset, with 102 points of engagement, delivers near-instant responsiveness on the trail. 

There’s no substitute for a big-travel, tough, reliable, capable, purpose-built downhill machine. For big weekends at the bike parks or when the gnarliest trails require the biggest tool in the shed, choose the Dominer 297.

Learn more and even order your Dominer at VitusBikes.com