I have one of the very 1st ones and it is now going on for 8 years old. Just under 20lbs with full ultegra triple in large. I have bought about 5 MTBs over that time but never felt the itch to switch the VN. I am just about to take it out for a quick spin but it is also great for all day trips. I think they have modified the frame to make it stiffer around the BB. But as a 14st masher I have never noticed any significant flex. Sorry no pics. The price for for a similar build to mine with decent hand built dura ace wheels now looks a little scary as I was lucky to get my built for £1.5k 🙂
