it looks like a possibility of a new 120mm Spark that Nino is riding will be the 2021.

https://www.pinkbike.com/news/bike-vs-bike-nino-schurter-and-kate-courtneys-scott-sparks.html

 

Will the new spark be in collaboration with the Bold in 2021?

 

Coming from a very reliable source I can say yes to that. The 2022 version will get a hidden shock like bold cycles.

 

Some lbs are going to Scott 2021 presentation tomorrow

 

good info! Please keep us updated

 

Yes please! More info! Almost have pulled the trigger on a new epic evo but want to see Scott's move first.

 

Don´t expect a new spark for 2020, read on instagram that will not have major differences.
Maybe next year, for olympic games, i guess.
Scott spark is still a decent bike, with modern geometry.

 

I got the "impression" that many 2021 Scott models are already on the boat headed toward the US because all the 2020s sold out earlier than expected. However, there are NOT redesigned Sparks or Spark RCs in that shipment. The lack of Olympics screwed up their planned release and Nino didn't find any of the redesigns faster than his current bike so they're taking more time to make it a tangible improvement. Expect the new Spark RC to break cover around the Olympics next summer with availability Spring 2022.

 

I'm not surprised by any of this. There's not much that would make my '19 Spark faster. 10mm more reach and +1 degree on seat tube angle, but that's very specific to my fit. I go back and forth between my Spark & my Trail hardtail, and there is no way I can manage the same pace with the trail geometry on rolling twisting trails.

In regions where the riding is defined by long climbs and long descents, I think the current trends toward steep seat tubes, slack head tube, and long reach are actually faster...but that's not the terrain where world cups are held.

 

Only thing i wish they'd change is raise BB little bit

 

Higher BB, Fox Live or anything to get rid of the bloody cable salad.

A rear shock with less problem, threaded BB.

STA and reach

And then changes to the suspension to get a better pedalling bike.

 

Higher BB, Fox Live or anything to get rid of the bloody cable salad.

A rear shock with less problem, threaded BB.

STA and reach

And then changes to the suspension to get a better pedalling bike.

I agree with you until the better pedaling bike part. How could they make it pedal any better!?

 

Any news on this? There's usually a non-disclosure / info embargo on these, but stuff usually trickles out.

 

The 2021s have started arriving in stores. Same frame for the Spark as far as I can tell. Check out “myridecentralcoast” on Instagram.

 

The 2021s have started arriving in stores. Same frame for the Spark as far as I can tell. Check out "myridecentralcoast" on Instagram.

The bike in the pic is not an RC model and is creatively taken to not give away the fork or allow geometry to be compared. I'm not sure how you get that there is no change based on that single picture.

 

Spark RC World Cup

 

Nice. I really hope Scott offers the RC is some new colors. The Yellow is cool but I'd like to see the deep Red offered too

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So according to those Instagram pics the normal Spark is going to 130mm. So this would indicate that the Spark RC is going to 120 or 110mm.

 

Seems like a 35mm SID but not sure if is more than 100mm

 

From what I understand, the mainframe remains the same however the rear triangle has different stays that allow for a bigger chainring upto 40t.

RC goes to 110mm

Sparks go to 130mm

 

Does reg Spark need to go to 130? I'm hesitant on going to the current 120mm now lol.

I'm still riding a 2012 29 Team :-/ Looking to upgrade.

 

Atleast in my country there's no need for more than 100m whatsoever, there's still lot of people riding even hardtails

 

Preview of the 2021 Model

I joined MTBR right now just to share a preview of the 2021 Spark with 130mm fork. They are already receiving them in Australia. Here's a link to the bike shop. Photos of the Spark were posted on 7/16/20. Genius on 7/14. I can't wait to get my hands on one!!
https://www.facebook.com/bicyclesuperstore.au

 

You can also find some 2021 photos here:
https://instagram.com/loves_scott_bikes?igshid=e32a7a82wa1c

Scott Poland told me that the official website will be updated on September 15.

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I’m liking what I’m seeing so far. The Spark 910 has a really cool sparkle-effect, as can be seen on the IG-page provided below.

The Genius 920 has taken a big step up in terms of components! It’s now similar to last years 910. (FOX 34 > FOX 36, GX/SLX brakes > XT throughout).

Unfortunately this does not translate to the Spark 920 which seems to have the same specs as every year with GX/SLX.

 

I do not like what they did to Spark/Genius 940:
https://www.bicyclesuperstore.com.au/scott-spark-940-2021.html

It used to be top alloy model and now it is base carbon with SX and Revelation/Rhytm.
I am glad I bought MY2020.

 

Yepp 34mm forks with 110mm travel, 110mm rear shocks,and SL has a powermeter standard now and Eagle 10-52 cassette, everything else looks same, SL price is 15k , crazy

SPARK RC 900 WC AXS - https://www.bicyclesuperstore.com.au/scott-spark-rc-900-world-cup-axs-2021.html

SPARK RC 900 SL - https://www.bicyclesuperstore.com.au/scott-spark-rc-900-sl-axs-2021.html

 

Yepp 34mm forks with 110mm travel, 110mm rear shocks,and SL has a powermeter standard now and Eagle 10-52 cassette, everything else looks same, SL price is 15k , crazy

If it's 15k AUD then not that crazy - 15k AUD ~= 10k USD ~= 9k EUR

 

^Silly low gearing for a XC race bike. Will anyone ever go into 1st gear?

 

I don't know how silly that gear is. Depends where you race. Bonelli park is home to UCI XCO level HC races and I've seen some of the worlds best HAB up the steep climbs. Granted they may be pushing a 34 10 50 but there are some crazy steep stuff. I run 32-10/50 as an older dude and "mere mortal" there are trails here in So Cal I wish I had lower gear.

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It would be nice if a 36T can go up front on the '21 SL.

 

https://www.mtb-news.de/forum/attachments/1595400472868-png.1086498/

 

mmm 2020 model can also take 36t, even 38t if you modify chain guard little bit