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Today’s Deals2017 Scott
Foil RC
A carbon frame aero bike with ultra high-end components and shimano dura-ace rim brakes.
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| Weight | 15.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Dura-Ace |
| Brakes | Shimano Dura-Ace Rim |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" – 6'9"
🐐 Estimated
- 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
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.
Exceptional ride quality
Geometry matches top-level bikes
More accessible price tag
Aero refinements for performance
Comfortable on rough roads
Carbon is of a lesser grade than top-end models
Wheels aren't great
Budget Shimano wheels not doing it any favors
The Scott Foil 30 is a stiff racer whose exceptional ride quality cannot be understated, especially for an aero bike.
Canadian Cycling MagazineScott 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 TipsScott’s claims for the increased comfort are backed up by the frame
CyclistAcceleration, stopping and steering are all razor-sharp, without a rattling ride
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Jul 2018 · Troy Templin
Scott’s aero road bike brings the roadie out in a mountain biker
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
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. . .
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.
Aug 2017 · Sam Challis
The Swiss brand adds disc brakes to its aero race machine
Disc brakes with only 40g weight penalty
Expensive compared to its competitors
Jul 2017 · William Tracy
Young GC hopeful Esteban Chaves rides an aerodynamic Scott Foil for the early stages of the Tour de France.
Aug 2016 · Philippe Tremblay
An aero frame that provides exceptional comfort with a value-oriented build
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
| 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 Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace RD-R9100 22 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace FD-R9100 |
| Crank | Shimano Dura-Ace FC-R9100 Hollowtech II 53x39 T |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace ST-R9100 Dual control 22 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Dura-Ace CS-R9100 11-28 |
| Chain | Shimano Dura-Ace CN-HG901-11 |
| Brakes | Shimano Dura Ace BR-R9110 / 9110 rear Super SLR Dual pivot / Direct mount Type: Shimano Dura-Ace Rim |
| Rims | Zipp 30 Course 18 Front/24 Rear |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Zipp 30 Course |
| Front Hub | Zipp 30 Course |
| Rear Hub | Zipp 30 Course |
| Tires | Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II 700x25C |
First added February 15
Last updated February 15
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