Eurobike 2016 News

SCOTT Highlights 2017 – light, lighter, Spark

07.09.2016
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Nino Schurter delivered the goods to cinch an Olympic gold medal on board the brand new SCOTT Spark in Rio. But let’s be honest; it was a victory that was never really in question either, as the Swiss rider proved his domination once again. However, Nino won’t be the only rider charging off into the sunset on the all-new Spark; set to come in three models, the Spark is an affordable bit of kit for virtually any rider.

The eye-catcher – Nino Schurter’s Olympic medal-winning bike. The exceptional athlete went for a 29er for the Rio Games.
The eye-catcher – Nino Schurter’s Olympic medal-winning bike. The exceptional athlete went for a 29er for the Rio Games.

At this year’s EUROBIKE, SCOTT displayed a handful of new XC whips, including the brand new SCOTT Spark in its three models with varying travel and wheel sizes. Each model goes back to a super lightweight carbon frame with a novel rear suspension design. As a frame kit, the Spark weighs in at 1,749 g including the rear shock and all the hardware. Although if figure doesn’t mean much to you, it’ll suffice to say that it’s a few hundred grams less than any other comparable bike from the competition

SCOTT Spark RC

An Olympic-worthy whip for all– the SCOTT Spark RC SL has 100 mm of travel, is gnashing at the teeth for speed and weighs a significant chunk under 10 kg.
An Olympic-worthy whip for all– the SCOTT Spark RC SL has 100 mm of travel, is gnashing at the teeth for speed and weighs a significant chunk under 10 kg.

Travel: 100 mm
Wheel size: 27,5″/29″
Specials: 1-fach only
Weight: unter 10 kg

The RC model relies on the super lightweight FOX 32 Stepcast fork.
The RC model relies on the super lightweight FOX 32 Stepcast fork.
Unlike its predecessor, the shock is now within the rear triangle.
Unlike its predecessor, the shock is now within the rear triangle.
The TwinLoc technology is still around, letting you control rear shock and fork lock-out from the bars.
The TwinLoc technology is still around, letting you control rear shock and fork lock-out from the bars.

SCOTT Spark 700/900

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While the Spark RC model is a fully fledged racing whippet, more moderate ambitions can certainly be satisfied with the ten further models that boast 120 mm of travel. Rolling on either 27.5″ or 29″ wheels, the 120 mm travel bike is compatible with 1x or 2x drivetrains (unlike the RC model), and they also have less aggressive geometry.

Travel: 120 mm
Wheel size: 27,5″/29″
Specials: 2-fach kompatibel

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SCOTT Spark 700 Plus

The all-new SCOTT Spark Plus provides 130 mm front travel and 120 mm at the rear. It’s available in seven build specs (5 unisex and 2 Contessa models).
The all-new SCOTT Spark Plus provides 130 mm front travel and 120 mm at the rear. It’s available in seven build specs (5 unisex and 2 Contessa models).
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Check out this article on the Swiss brand’s recent product presentation for the full run-through of the Spark and its details, geometry and the full model range.

Styled from helmet to heel

Much more than just bikes, SCOTT’s stand delivered a sartorially savvy display with exciting colour concepts, seeing the brand adopt a stylish colour coordinated approach. Here are our top three looks:

Orange and red – The colourway that SCOTT are channeling for female riders.
Orange and red – The colourway that SCOTT are channeling for female riders.
SCOTT aren’t afraid to break convention and pair contrasting colourways.
SCOTT aren’t afraid to break convention and pair contrasting colourways.
Bright but not overly in-your-face: SCOTT’s wet weather apparel of choice with a hardshell jacket and waterproof shorts.
Bright but not overly in-your-face: SCOTT’s wet weather apparel of choice with a hardshell jacket and waterproof shorts.

For more information head to SCOTT Website!

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