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2017 Scott

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A carbon frame aero bike with ultra high-end components and shimano dura-ace rim brakes.
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Weight15.2 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11 Electronic
GroupsetDura-Ace Di2
BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

41 mph

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40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XXS

5'1" – 5'6"

XS

5'4" – 5'9"

SM

5'7" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'6"

XXL

6'4" – 6'9"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'5", size XS 49cm, Fits large
  • 5'11", size LG, Fits large
  • 5'8", size Small, Fits small
  • 5'11", size Small, Just right
  • 5'6", size XS, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Scott Foil is celebrated for its exceptional ride quality, combining speed, comfort, and aerodynamic efficiency. It's designed for performance with a stiff rear end for responsive climbing and a planted feeling on descents. While it offers pro-level experience at a more accessible price, some compromises are noted in wheel quality and component integration.

Pros
  • Exceptional ride quality

  • Geometry matches top-level bikes

  • More accessible price tag

  • Aero refinements for performance

  • Comfortable on rough roads

Cons
  • Carbon is of a lesser grade than top-end models

  • Wheels aren't great

  • Budget Shimano wheels not doing it any favors

Key Quotes
The Scott Foil 30 is a stiff racer whose exceptional ride quality cannot be understated, especially for an aero bike.
Canadian Cycling Magazine logoCanadian Cycling Magazine
Scott has done a fine job in re-designing the Foil, providing consumers with a long list of tangible differences that distance the new bike from the first-generation design.
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
Scott’s claims for the increased comfort are backed up by the frame
Cyclist logoCyclist
Acceleration, stopping and steering are all razor-sharp, without a rattling ride
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar

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Road Bike Action
Bike Test: Scott Foil

Jul 2018 · Troy Templin

Scott’s aero road bike brings the roadie out in a mountain biker

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Bicycling
First Look: Scott's New Disc Brake Equipped Foil and Updates to the Addict Disc For Every Budget

Aug 2017 · Matt Phillips

​Scott's new road bikes for 2018 include disc brakes on a more aerodynamic version of the Paris-Roubiax winning Foil, and updates to the Addict for every kind of rider

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BikeRadar
Scott Foil Premium Disc first ride review

Aug 2017 · Ben Delaney

On a quick two-hour ride aboard the Scott Foil Premium Disc, I found many things to love and really only one thing to complain about. . .

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Velo
First Ride: Scott Foil Disc

Aug 2017

If you’re after an aerodynamic road bike with all-around capabilities and tons of solid braking, give the Scott Foil Disc a shot.

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VeloNews
Scott Foil Premium

May 2017 · William Tracy

The Scott Foil Premium bridges the gap between the aero and all-around categories with great geometry and a high-end build.

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Scott Foil 30 review

Aug 2016 · Philippe Tremblay

An aero frame that provides exceptional comfort with a value-oriented build

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Cycling Tips
Scott 2016 Foil Premium review

May 2016

Matthew Hayman brought a whole lot of interest to himself and the bike he was riding — Scott’s new Foil — when he won Paris-Roubaix earlier this year. We had our first look at the new bike last year, now Australian tech editor Matt Wikstrom reports on the performance of the second-generation Foil after spending a few

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Cyclist
Scott Foil Premium first ride review

Jul 2015 · Pete Muir

All the aggression of the last Foil, with a hint of extra forgiveness

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

FOIL HMX / IMP, F01 AERO Carbon tech. Road Race geometry Replaceable Dropout STD Seattube / INT BB

Fork

FOIL HMX 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" Carbon steerer Integrated Carbon Dropout

Bottom Bracket

Dura Ace BBR9100-PB

Headset

Syncros Integrated

Handlebar

Syncros Carbon FOIL Combo

Saddle

Syncros RR1.0 Carbon

Seatpost

Syncros FOIL aero Carbon

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace RD-R9150 22 Speed Electronic

Front Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace FD-R9150 Eletronic Shift System

Crank

Shimano Dura-Ace FC-R9100 Hollowtech II 52x36 T

Shifters

Shimano Dura-Ace ST-R9150 Dual control 22 Speed Electronic Shift

Cassette

Shimano Dura-Ace CS-R9100 11-28

Chain

Shimano Dura-Ace CN-HG901-11

Brakes

Shimano Dura Ace BR-R9110 Super SLR Dual pivot / Direct mount

TypeShimano Dura-Ace Rim

Wheels
Rims

Zipp 303 Firecrest Carbon Clincher 18 Front / 24 Rear

Spokes

Zipp 303

Front Hub

Zipp 303

Rear Hub

Zipp 303

Tires

Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II 700x25C

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