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Today’s Deals2017 Scott
Contessa Scale 700
A 27.5″ / 29″ carbon frame hardtail women’s crosscountry bike with high-end components.
| Weight | 22.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 32 |
| Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'10"
5'7" – 6'1"
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Summary
The Scott Scale is a lightweight and responsive hardtail mountain bike, praised for its excellent handling and comfort. It features progressive geometry and efficient 29-inch wheels, making it versatile for cross-country and trail riding. While it excels in acceleration and traction, some models may have minor issues with tire grip or suspension sensitivity.
Lightweight and stiff frame
Excellent handling and responsiveness
Good traction and comfort
Versatile for various riding conditions
Value-for-money in some builds
Tire grip can be limited, especially in wet conditions
Suspension sensitivity may not be ideal on small bumps
Some components like brakes or drivetrain may feel cumbersome or outdated
A singletrack blaster with an XC pedigree
BikeRadarTraction is king when it comes to larger tires.
Canadian Cycling MagazineThis thing is incredibly fast, the responsiveness is superb.
Flow Mountain BikeIt’s basically a riot to ride
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Jan 2017 · Matt Stetson
Big tires expand your performance
Sep 2016 · Mountain Bike Rider
Bold, curvy and built for fun, the Scott Contessa Scale 710 is a perfect playmate for newbies and veterans alike.
Lightweight, compliant frame and excellent RockShox fork.
No clutch in the Shimano XT rear mech to help keep the chain on and prevent it whipping the stays.
Jul 2016 · Jason Sumner
The new lighter Scott Scale goes a long way toward defining what the company is all about: racing — and winning. - Mtbr.com
Jun 2016
Check out the Scott Spark too, and our first impressions of the dual suspension brother to the Scale here: 2017 Scott Spark. New Scott Scale Dropping weight at the same time improving the comfort and handling of a new bike must be quite a tall task to pull off, but from what we’ve seen it’s …
Oct 2015 · McCoy
If you are looking for every bit of efficiency that you can get from a hardtail...
Jun 2015 · Chipps
A race-ready hardtail for less than £1,500? Scott delivers with the Scale 740
Dec 2014 · Guy Kesteven
A brilliant combination of confidence, responsiveness and light spec for aggressive racers and riders
| Frame | Scale 3 Carbon / IMP technology / HMF BB92 / SW DM dropouts for Boost 148x12mm SDS2 advanced Shock & Standing Damping System ICCR Cable routing BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 32 SC Float Performance Elite Air FIT4 3-Modes with low speed adj. / 15x110mm QR axle tapered steerer / Lockout / Reb. Adj. 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB7141A / shell 41x92mm |
| Headset | Syncros FL2.0 Drop in / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm |
| Stem | Syncros 700 Series: FL1.5 +6° 900 Series: XR1.5 -8° integrated Spacer & Top Cup / 2014 Alloy / 31.8mm / 1 1/8" |
| Handlebar | Syncros FL1.5 T-Bar / Alloy 7050 D.B. T shape Flat / 9° / 700mm Syncros Women Pro Lock-On |
| Saddle | Syncros XR 1.5 Women / Ti Rails |
| Seatpost | Syncros FL1.5 / 10mm offset 31.6mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8000 SGS DM / Shadow Plus / 22 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano XT FD-M8020-D / side swing |
| Crank | Shimano XT FC-M8000-B2 / Hollowtech II 700 Series: 36x26 T / 900 Series: 34x24 T |
| Shifters | Shimano XT SL-M8000-I Rapidfire Plus / 2 way release Ispec 2 clamp |
| Cassette | Shimano XT CS-M8000 / 11-42 T |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG601-11 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8000 Disc 180/F and 160/Rmm SM-RT64 CL Rotor Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT BL-M8000 |
| Rims | Syncros XR2.0 28H / Tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition 2.0-1.8-2.0 Black |
| Front Hub | Syncros XR2.0 CL / 15x110mm made by DT Swiss |
| Rear Hub | Syncros XR2.0 CL / Boost 148x12mm RWS axle made by DT Swiss |
| Tires | Schwalbe Rocket Ron EVO / 2.25 127EPI Kevlar Bead / Tubeless Easy PaceStar compound |
First added February 15
Last updated February 15
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