Originally Posted by
Bianchigirll
I don't know much about Vitus but this is pretty. I like that extended DT lug(?), I wonder if that is to move the joint from a high tension/torsion area?
Thanks Bianchigirll glad you like it, I've become a slight Vitus addict since I bought my 979
The extended DT lug is interesting and much longer than on my 979, I can't find another Vitus with this type of lug.
Originally Posted by
T-Mar
It appears to be a further development of the venerable 979. The 979 did get the fastback seat lug with grub bolt, circa 1986/1987. The longer lug collars would be a logical development to stiffen the frame. My guess would be that this is at least early 1990s. A 130mm dropout spacing would confirm this.
There's reference to a Vitus Seven Sublime at this site:
http://www.giroposte.com/Frames.html
Better yet, I'd try this:
http://www.vitusbikes.com/contact
Thanks T-Mar, good point about the dropout spacing, I've checked this and it is 130mm. Would this date the frame to the early 90's? As a frame it does seem more 'developed'. I read that the 992 (1992) replaced the 979, but although I've googled images of 979's and 992's I've not found any with these types of lugs. Pity there's no pic for the Vitus Seven Sublime I may try emailing them for details
I've already tried vitusbikes 2 weeks ago with an email and I'm awaiting a response! Looks like they've reformed under the Vitus name to manufacture bikes again, so not sure what history files they would have.