Submitted by
superman_54
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego, Ca Date Reviewed: September 27, 2008
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$1800.00
Purchased At:
World Cycles, San Di
Strengths:
Light, quick, stiff, strong, powerful stopping power and definitely looks great.
Weaknesses:
just a little bit sketchy about carbon fiber. Could use an adjustable front fork. brakes will squeak at certain times
Similar Products Used:
trek 6000, trek 8000
Bike Setup:
stock with more agressive rear tires
Bottom Line:
i was about to buy the scale 50 or 40 (aluminum) but i got an even better deal on the 30 (carbon). this bike is amazing. I used to have a cheap full suspension and going from that to the scale, it felt like i dropped 100 lbs. The scale 30 will encourage you to climb and keep climbing. hell, it will just encourage you to keep riding everywhere. I used to be in the middle of the pack with the heavy full suspension and now i usually lead. The brakes will get squeaky at times but the stopping power never seems to fade. this bikes handling is very aggressive and precise. Steering is quick. from the first moment u ride, u can just tell this is a pure racing thorough bred. World cycles has taken care of me and my bike really well. If you have the extra dough, save up for the scale 20 or even scale 10 for the superb components they come with. if not, just buy the 30 and upgrade parts later on. i'd buy another scale 30 once this one gives up on me. hopefully not soon though. i gave it 4 stars for value simply because the bikes price is not for everyone. i put myself in debt just to own one. but i can honestly say im glad i did
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Submitted by
MilesWaits
a Racer
from USA Date Reviewed: September 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
High Drive and The Beacon
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
Vertical Earth in CD
Strengths:
CARBON baby!! Ain't nothing close for shock absorption and handling the tuff stuff.
Weaknesses:
Don't have two of them!
Similar Products Used:
Nothing is similar...did have a Carbon Y33 years ago but this is a HARDTAIL all the way.
Bike Setup:
XT Wheel Set (dropped some weight), Egg Beaters, Tubeless (LOVE EM), bar ends (old school), water bottle cage (don't like stuff on my back when descending single track whompers).
Bottom Line:
THIS IS IT!!!!
I dreamed of a Carbon Hardtail after getting out of XC Expert Racing for 10 years, then talked with an old racing friend and he rode the Scale for everything including mega long XC races and I was sold when I saw this Monster; I just knew! The bikes ability to inspire confidence on climbs is breathtaking as I can typically outclimb most on the highly steep and technical so this is an added joy.
I dig the front fork and the shifting is flawless. Never got a flat all season with the tubeless Hutchinson Python Lights!! The stock saddle is comfortable. NO REGRETS!~!
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Submitted by
hawk16
a Weekend Warrior
from Adeialde Date Reviewed: August 19, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Eagle Park
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$3200.00
Purchased At:
Mitcham Cycles
Strengths:
Really fast and enjoyable to climb on this bike. I am not a great climber but went for the Scale 30 because it had a reputation as a climber. It was right. The fox fork is fantastic and takes in most bumps you go over. The carbon helps to smooth trails out.
Weaknesses:
Hasn't got the best components but they are upgradable over time.
Similar Products Used:
Giant ATX 880.
Bike Setup:
2007 model. Stock, shortened stem and race face risers. Comp S Lite tyres but you should feel this thing when the trail allows you to run Larssons.
Bottom Line:
I am a weekend hacker and not particularly fast but love this bike and I would buy another one. It does make climbing enjoyable (relatively) and this bike will accelerate like nothing else. If you get into a rythum down a single trail and "dance" with the bike it feels really smooth. The fox fork is superb. It will glyde over most bumps and will not give you any trouble. Save up for this frame/fork and if you have the coin go for a higher spec'd model.
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Submitted by
c.nordby
a Cross Country Rider
from santa cruz ca. Date Reviewed: July 20, 2008
Favorite Trail:
woodcutters
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1600.00
Purchased At:
family cycle center
Strengths:
incredable stable ride wants to go faster, soaks up the trail. I was amazed at the lightness, 23lbs.
Weaknesses:
spokes need upgrade & the bars need risers, the componets deor, can be upgraded to xt stuff
This bike was 700.00 off when I was looking at buying a new suspension bike(stumpjumper)and I tested it out and it felt light and responsive so I bought it and not the bike I thought I wanted, After the first ride I felt like wow a real xc bike that felt better than any suspesion bike on the planet, The bike wants to go fast on nasty single track, Its so responsive and soft with no chatter you get from other bikes. The shifting was good after I got used to the style, the brakes are good, the forks are great, the wheels are going to be upgraded soon but were ok.Overall I love the carbon look and feel and was happy with the price (closeout)I will take that money and upgrade the wheels and go enter some xc races.
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Submitted by
Ozi
a Cross Country Rider
from TUrKeY Date Reviewed: July 2, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Egmir Lake
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3000.00
Strengths:
Very light, climbs well,look so handsome
Weaknesses:
Flat bar, you have to lean over much
Similar Products Used:
Trek
Bike Setup:
2008 stock
Bottom Line:
Great bike to ride. Carbon frame.XT does it's job well. There are lighter bike around but no need to spend more for a few grams otherwise you are a professional racer.Lightest bike like bottomless pit.
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Submitted by
shanem6943
a Racer
from harlan,in,usa Date Reviewed: June 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
wynona lake trail
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
Fort Wayne Outfitter
Strengths:
The bike is super light and fast. The acceleration out of corners is unbelivable. The geometry of the bike puts the rider in a position that is not only eggressive but comfortable.
Weaknesses:
Tire clearense in the back is a little issue. The bike comes with 2.25 widthe tire and in a muddy situation it is not enough room, but easy corectable with a 2.0 tire
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale rush
Bike Setup:
All you need is to convert it to tubeless tires and the bike is an animal
Bottom Line:
The best bang for the buck, best overall hartail on the market hands down
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Submitted by
Al
a Cross Country Rider
from Melbourne, Sth Est Suburbs, Australia Date Reviewed: June 26, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Upper Beaconsfield
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Melbourne Cycles
Strengths:
Super light, very nimble through corners, very fast up hills and also very stable down hills even over rough terrain.
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Jamis xc comp
Bike Setup:
Standard Scott 30, just changed bars to FSA Carbon risers.
Bottom Line:
Awesome bike, I do not regret selling my dual suspension bike. So fast over any terrain. Turns around corners so well. My riding has improved so much and I feel so much more competent on this bike compared to anything else. Would defiantly recommend.
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Submitted by
rya
a Cross Country Rider
from malaysia Date Reviewed: June 20, 2008
Favorite Trail:
nil
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Purchased At:
nil
Strengths:
nil
Weaknesses:
nil
Similar Products Used:
nil
Bike Setup:
nil
Bottom Line:
hardtail
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Submitted by
Frog
a Weekend Warrior
from Darwin Date Reviewed: April 18, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$2400.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Sensational handling, fast, stiff, light.
Weaknesses:
A stick caught in the rear wheel broke a seat stay rather than a spoke.
Similar Products Used:
Giant XTC 2, GT avalanche 0.5
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
This is a beautifully made ultra light frame but, be warned, because of this it is very fragile. The Australian Scott distributors said; "Stick in rear wheel equal crash damage "..OK, then what is the cost of your crash replacement frame..."We don't have a crash replacement policy.".For groomed XC race courses only. Great bike until it breaks, then you are on your own.
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Submitted by
ben
a Racer
from sydney Date Reviewed: April 5, 2008
Favorite Trail:
rotarua tracks, in new zealand
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$2160.00
Purchased At:
favourite cycles, sydney
Strengths:
looks, lightweight, perfect handling,
Weaknesses:
makes my dual suspension bike obselete, is depressing to get any scratches on it
Similar Products Used:
cannondale f2000, santa cruz blur classic and xc, santa cruz superlight, rocky mountain etsx,
Bike Setup:
american classic wheels, xtr dual control brakes, xtr crankset, stock standard for the rest.
Bottom Line:
this bike is an absolute weapon, handles the best out of anything else ive ridden, ive raced this bike in team endurance events, classic xc distance and 4 hour enduros. bike makes me happy everytime i ride it.
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Submitted by
chris
a Cross Country Rider
from england Date Reviewed: January 16, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
low weight strong well built frame, great forks,climbs & accelerates fast,looks good,keeps me in front!
Weaknesses:
fixed dropout on 2007 bike,cheap spokes(they snap),razor blade saddle, seat post clamp.
Bike Setup:
standard 2007 bar- panaracer cinder 195's
Bottom Line:
had minor teething problems when perchased- seat post would not stay up,had to get an oversized post from scott and replace quick relaese with a fixed clamp. 3 spokes snapped so replaced the lot with dt swiss.all said i love this bike the frame is excellent, its reassuring to see the carbon weave so well laid(less chance of any weaknesses).i'm sticking with this bike as long as possible,maybe adding a bit of bling.
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Submitted by
Daniel
a Racer
from Kent Date Reviewed: October 7, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Afan's Sky Line
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$1400.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Light, Fast, Doesn't Break
Weaknesses:
Wheels and some componants a bit heavy
Bike Setup:
Normal 2006 model (10.7kg)
Bottom Line:
This bike is a super fast super strong racing machine; the carbons shock absorbing technology is really felt when riding over rough terrain. The weight is very good for the price however on my model the wheels need upgrading and many componants could be improved. However, this is a minor issue as the supplied components are reasnable. I've worked out by spending around £3000 you could get this bike down to a "scale" tipping 8.5kg. All together this bike is a hard and out racer and should be used by the like and it will do them nicely. Although if I were to buy another bike at around that price I would save up the extra £400 and by the 1/2kg lighter 20.
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Submitted by
Elliott
a Racer
from Durango, Co, USA Date Reviewed: June 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
horse gulch
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1900.00
Purchased At:
Second Ave Sports
Strengths:
Light, great at uphill,great at downhill
Weaknesses:
The bars (I don't usually ride flat bars), cheap disks (I go for the $200 ones)
Bike Setup:
Stock except for new bars, disks, and seat.
Bottom Line:
Great all round bike if you want to get into racing this is the bike for you. It was hard for me to come off of a daul and go to ths but the frame takes up a lot of shock.
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Submitted by
Elliott
a Racer
from Durango, Co, USA Date Reviewed: June 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
horse gulch
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1900.00
Purchased At:
Second Ave Sports
Strengths:
Light, great at uphill,great at downhill
Weaknesses:
The bars (I don't usually ride flat bars), cheap disks (I go for the $200 ones)
Bike Setup:
Stock except for new bars, disks, and seat.
Bottom Line:
Great all round bike if you want to get into racing this is the bike for you. It was hard for me to come off of a daul and go to ths but the frame takes up a lot of shock.
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Submitted by
David Louw
a Cross Country Rider
from South Africa Date Reviewed: January 30, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Purchased At:
Wayne Pheiffer Cycles
Strengths:
Great frame.
Weaknesses:
Weak hubs on wheelset. Heavy wheelsets.
Similar Products Used:
Ralleigh RDS5.0
Bike Setup:
Standard 2006 Model, changed wheelset to Easton Havoc's with Stan's Tubeless Kit, Larsen TT UST front tyre and Larsen LUST UST tyre back. Changed saddle to Fizzik Gobi.
Bottom Line:
Best bike I've had so far. Climb like a dream.
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Submitted by
Alex Ip
a Cross Country Rider
from Central Victoria, Australia Date Reviewed: December 22, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Wombat State Forest
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2100.00
Purchased At:
Melbourne Bicycle Centre
Strengths:
Great frame - lightweight and stiff but more forgiving than alloy. Excellent value - same frame as higher-end Scott Scale bikes.
The more I ride it, the more I like it. It's about as stiff laterally as my old Cannondale, but doesn't rattle my teeth out when I hit bumps. At around 10.5kg, it's one of the lightest MTB's I've ever owned. I could get it down to 9.5kg if I want to spend the money on lighter components, but I think I'll lose 1kg off my butt by riding it instead. You could buy this bike for the brilliant frame alone and upgrade the bits as you can afford it or as they wear out or break. I think I'm a carbon convert!
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Submitted by
Atle Markeng
a Cross Country Rider
from Oslo, Norway Date Reviewed: December 9, 2006
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Purchased At:
G-Sport
Strengths:
Light frame, accurate, reliable, no flex, looks great
Weaknesses:
Dual control levers (clumsy and less precise), saddle
Similar Products Used:
TREK Fuel 100, TREK Fuel 98, SCOTT Scale 50
Bike Setup:
Added barends, changed to Fizik saddle, replaced stem
Bottom Line:
This bike is a pleasure to ride, so smooth that I almost forget not riding a full suspension. The carbon frame amazingly absorbs small bumps, and riding feels accurate and safe. But I don't like the dual control levers, shifting down requires too long movement. The original tires have high rolling resistance on asphalt, but great on other terrain. The jewel of this bike, is the frame !
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Submitted by
Scott
a Weekend Warrior
from Staffordshire England Date Reviewed: October 31, 2006
Favorite Trail:
Cannock Chase
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1200.00
Strengths:
VERY VERY light frame with a great set of fox forks. Great for climbing and even better for the fun stuff!
Weaknesses:
none as yet
Similar Products Used:
TREK 4500 Scott Boulder
Bike Setup:
2006 model standard
Bottom Line:
I got £400 off the RRP price of £1600 due to clearance of 2006 stock which is always a bonus. I looked and tested numerous makes and models and can say that the scale 30 services all needs and requirments regardless if you like to race xc or get to the bottom of a very big mountain in a short space of time. Scott are known as the experts in carbon frames and the scale 30 is by far the best value out of the bunch. 10/10
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Submitted by
Tristin King
a Racer
from Christchurch, New Zealand Date Reviewed: July 15, 2006
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1900.00
Purchased At:
Chain reaction cycles
Strengths:
Absolutely Incredible Frame!
Weaknesses:
Heavy componentry but all works pretty sweet. Looking forward to sheding some pounds with some trick bits.
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale V1000
Bike Setup:
Off the shelf stock 2006 model
Bottom Line:
More recently i've ridden XC full suspension racers. I've only had this bike for a week but already i wonder why i ever wasted my time with full suspension bikes. This bike transfers power to the pedals to produce astonishing accelleration, yet the ride is supple enough to handle rough terrain with ease. The back end tracks true without becomming skittish and fox shock eats most cross country terrain. Admitidly real rough terrian can be a little scary but the outstanding handling of this bike allows you to pick your lines precisely. This bike loves technical single track almost as much as it loves climbing. There's alot of room for componentry improvements but buy this bike for the frame. you'd struggle to find a better bike for the money! This ride is outstanding!
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Submitted by
Eric
a Cross Country Rider
from Asheville, NC, US Date Reviewed: September 15, 2005
Favorite Trail:
Laurel Mountain, Pisgah National Forest
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$2200.00
Strengths:
Light frame with great lateral stiffness and vertical compliancy. Accurate, quick steering. Excellent fork, brakes, tires.
Weaknesses:
While the brakes are strong, there is no way to adjust reach and feel apart from bleeding and re-setting. STI levers are not clearly superior to RapidFire and have some drawbacks. Price is high. Saddle is a little hard.
Similar Products Used:
Used to be a sponsored expert XC racer and had a different bike every year. Closest were an aluminum Kona and an RVT titanium but this frame is better.
Bike Setup:
Stock except for Time carbon pedals.
Bottom Line:
A hair under 24 pounds (medium frame) with disk brakes is pretty darned impressive. And it's the best hardtail frame, at elast for XC, that I've ever ridden. Likes to be finessed rather than pushed around: a nimble, quick, carving kind of bike. Amazing, wonderful fork. Brakes feel nice but on a bike so XC race-oriented I'd have spec'd V-brakes instead of disks, as they do on the top Scale LTD model. The Scott Manx tires were a pleasant surprise, hooking up well on anything short of sandy hardpack, and nothing hooks up there. It's a little expensive relative to other LX-equipped hardtails but this frame is magnificent, and is completely worthy of XTR gear, which cannot be said of most frames. If you have the money and want light weight and precision handling with a surprisingly non-chattery ride, this bike is fantastic, and a better value than the higher-end Scale carbon bikes.
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Submitted by
Johann L
a Weekend Warrior
from Danmark Date Reviewed: September 8, 2005
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
Rolsted
Strengths:
This is just a follow up on previous review
Weaknesses:
This is just a follow up on previous review
Similar Products Used:
This is just a follow up on previous review
Bike Setup:
This is just a follow up on previous review
Bottom Line:
I just wanted to correct my previous review, somehow only 4 chilis where given for overall reting, this was of course ment to be 5 chilis. Placing Reba SL 85-115mm travel fork with lock out on the front end gives this bike more opportunities to shine, going downhill with 115mm or racing with 85mm + lock out is just great. I am not 100% satisfied with the LX disc brakes because of the irritating rubbing one in a while, it comes and goes, but the performance is super. I am used to rided with Magura HS33 and they are very good. But as I mentioned this review is just to give the bike the 5 chilis.....hope it works now.
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Submitted by
Johann L
a Weekend Warrior
from Danmark Date Reviewed: September 7, 2005
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
Rolsted-Odense
Strengths:
This bike looks good, rides 100% and has a good group of components.
Weaknesses:
Not able to fit Cane Creek Thudbuster susp. post on it as the seat tube is extra wide.
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale F1000, Trek 8000, and some full susp. bikes tried before buying this bike.
Bike Setup:
Stock except Rock Shox Reba SL 85-115mm travel + lock out and Selle Italia max flite saddle.
Bottom Line:
I just love to ride this bike, specially on trails with roots and tight corners and the Reba fork is just making my smile wider. I have been riding for 15 years on hardtail bikes and this one is just the best I have tried. I wanted to buy full susp. bike but didnt find any that suited my wallet and that fitted my riding style, I like to go fast and this is just the bike for the job. The only minus is that Cane Creek does not offer their susp.seat post that fit to this bike, I really wanted to be able to fit that post to the bike when going into really rough rides. I highly recomend this bike and also the service I got from Rolsted / Odense.
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Submitted by
mike
a Racer
from durango, co Date Reviewed: June 7, 2005
Favorite Trail:
colorado trail
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
durango cyclery
Strengths:
Light, stiff, responsive, great handling, etc.
Weaknesses:
none that I'm aware of
Similar Products Used:
fisher paragon, 3d xc rover (custom scandium), fisher mt. tam
Bike Setup:
stock: mostly lx with an xt rear derailleur, fox f80 RL, upgraded carbon riser bar
Bottom Line:
This bike is sweet. I chose it over 4 full suspension bikes I was considering and I'm not displeased at all. It's as stiff as a road bike on the climbs, and transfers power really well. On the decents it carves amazingly, and the shock damping system really seems to work making the ride similar to that of a softail. The components are not top of the line, but it's easier to replace LX vs. XTR in the event of a crash.
I recomment this bike to all.
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Submitted by
Jorgen Olsson
a Cross Country Rider
from Storvreta, Sweden Date Reviewed: May 18, 2005
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2750.00
Purchased At:
Cykel & skidstallet, Uppsala, Sweden
Strengths:
The carbon frame of course! It is light, stiff, yet very comfortable. I really like the frame geometry, it is easy to get a very efficient racing position. The Fox F80 RL fork is perfect for XC racing. The new LX group set is working perfectly well. Especially the disc brakes are good.
Weaknesses:
The only minor complaint is the lock-out lever, which could have been a little bit bigger. It is easy to slip in wet conditions. By comparison to other productm the price is a little bit to high when considering the components. For this price once shouls expect a mix of XT/XTR.
Similar Products Used:
scott Boulder (-01)
Bike Setup:
Scale 30, with changed seat and stem, and added bar ends.
Bottom Line:
I started riding mtb in 2002. And I have pushed the old Boulder to its limits in the races I have participated in. When I decided to get a new bike, the top priority was a very good frame together with a good fork. That I have with the Scale 30, and more. The difference is enormous! I tend to ride much faster now with this responsive frame, and now I have gotten used to the high quality fork, it also invites to higher speed. This is a fast (and comfortable) XC racing bike, which I strongly can recommend!
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Submitted by
Andy Eden
a Racer
from United Kingdom Date Reviewed: January 31, 2005
Favorite Trail:
FODCA Forest of Dean
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
The CR1 technology is where the heart of the bike lies. Unexpectedly the carbon frame actually seems to smoove out the trail for you and gives a cushy yet repsonsive feeling on the rear end. This bike makes you want to ride faster and gives you the confidence for speedy singletrack and allows you to pull away from the pack. XC bikes do not get any better than this.
Weaknesses:
I cant help but feel the Fox F80 RL fork should actually be a F100 RL. Maybe this is because I am used to a 100mm fork, however, hawling down trails can be a bit tricky at times, where the extra 20mm could make a difference.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Stumpjumper Comp
Bike Setup:
Scott Scale 30
Bottom Line:
If you are lookig for a serious XC race rig then this is the bike you want. This is one of the lighest bike frames on the market with it only being superceeded by the Scott Scale Ltd which weighs only 200grams less. "GET THIS BIKE"
$ 2540.00
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