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Scott Spark 30

Average Rating 5/5
# of Reviews 3
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Description:
  • Frame: Scott Spark with HMX carbon and IMP technology
  • Fork: Rock Shox Reba SL
  • Pedals: Shimano PD-M520 clipless
  • Seatpost: Scott RC / 34.9mm
  • Seat: Scott Racing / CROMO rails
  • Chain: Shimano CN-HG53
  • Cassette: Shimano LX CS-M580 11-32T
  • Spokes: Mavic Crossride Disc
  • Rims: Mavic Crossride Disc





Submitted by shook a Weekend Warrior from Groningen, Netherlands
Date Reviewed: June 30, 2008
Favoriate Trail:Sleen
Duration Product Used:3 months
Price Paid: $2700.00
Purchased At:JensonUSA
Strengths:Carbon Frame & Remote adjustable rear-suspension
Weaknesses:The juicy 5's are not that strong and the wheels are good, but a tad heavy. I'll probably replace them, but it's not necessary.
Similar Products Used:Stumpjumper FSR XC, Cube hardtails
Bike Setup:Changed steer for straight carbon one. Rest == factory componentry
Bottom Line:The bike just works great. Good climber on technical trails. Confident on going downhill. Rear-sus lockout when on the road. The frame is very solid/stiff and still very agile. 3 chillis 'cause of cheaper brakes/wheels. 5 chillis overall 'cause it's just a very very great bike.
Value Rating:3Overall Rating:5

Submitted by julie a Racer from avon, colorado
Date Reviewed: May 1, 2008
Favoriate Trail:horsethief, fruita, colorado
Duration Product Used:Less than 1 month
Price Paid: $2400.00
Purchased At:Turin cycles
Strengths:Climbs like a dream and can take a hit, agressive geometry, Least expensive carbon frame I could get my hands on
Weaknesses:hmmm. . .can't think of one, Scott really thought of everything
Similar Products Used:Trek EX9.0, Ibis Mojo, Specialized Epic, Gary Fischer High-Fi
Bike Setup:Factory set up right now and loving it, could try to lose some weigth here and there
Bottom Line:For the price I got it, it could not be beaten. . . I had to break up with my boyfriend because I am having a love affair with this bike!!! Can't wait for race season
Value Rating:5Overall Rating:5

Submitted by David a Cross Country Rider from Chicago, IL, USA
Date Reviewed: March 16, 2008
Favoriate Trail:Rosie's Bumps - Des Plaines, IL
Duration Product Used:1 Year
Price Paid: $3400.00
Purchased At:Higher Gear
Strengths:This is a really strong bike. I was expecting it to be more fragile due to the light weight, but it has proven my worries to be false. The 30 comes with a weak group of components, but that's why I bought it - so I could upgrade the components to fit me. I've added quite a bit and the bike just keeps getting better. Light, agile, and sexy.
Weaknesses:The component group was pretty weak, but more $ will buy the 10 or 20 and remedy that. Also, we found that there was a minor problem in the suspension with bolts loosening after about 4 hours of riding. A little of that blue locktight and a Park Tool torque wrench fixed that problem. Those Scott Ozone tires were terrible ... too thin. I flatted 3 times on one ride!
Similar Products Used:Titus moto light, specialized FSR pro, Giant Warp DS1
Bike Setup:I bought the Spark 30 and added the following: Ritchey WCS Carbon riser handlebars, Ritchey 100 mm WCS Carbon stem, Ritchey 34.9 WCS carbon seatpost, Selle Italia SLC saddle, XTR RD-M972 shadow rear derailleur, XTR FD-M971 front derailleur, Hutchinson Python Air Light tires ... and I'm thinking about a new set of Crossmax SL or ZTR wheels.
Bottom Line:This bike ROCKS. It's a little expensive for the components setup, but it's the lightest frame and shock combo out there ... period. It handles beautifully, is as solid as an aluminum frame, and is as sexy as a supermodel. What's not to like? If you get one, you'll catch yourself becoming a weight weenie.
Value Rating:4Overall Rating:5






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