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Scale JR 26
A 26″ aluminum frame general youth bike with modest components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 8 |
| Groupset | Tourney, Altus |
| Brakes | Tektro Mechanical Disc |
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Some components like brakes or drivetrain may feel cumbersome or outdated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
MBRFeedback?
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Feb 2017 · Rich Owen
A usefully stiff frame and bang up to date drivetrain enable you to really put the power down and hit high velocity XC speeds. Buy if you’re looking for a value-for-money XC bike for trail centre blasting
Light and stiff frame, 1x11 SRAM NX
Tyres are worth an upgrade
Jan 2017 · Matt Stetson
Big tires expand your performance
Dec 2016 · Alan Muldoon
The Scott Scale 730 Plus will instantly win you over as you carve effortlessly through corners, blast down the rowdiest descents and spin up loose technical climbs with aplomb.
Standout ride quality
Not the best value
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
| Frame | SCOTT Alloy 6061 Superlite D.B Frame |
|---|---|
| Fork | Suntour XCM HLO 100mm travel Softer spring setup Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-UN-100 |
| Headset | GW 1SI110 |
| Stem | JD-ST161A 70mm |
| Handlebar | JD-MTB11AFS 660mm / 10° back sweep |
| Saddle | Syncros 2.5 |
| Seatpost | HL SP-C212 Alloy / 31.6 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Wellgo M-141SDU |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Altus RD-M370 24 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano FD-TY700 / 34.9mm |
| Crank | Shimano FC-TY701 42x34x24 w/CG |
| Shifters | Shimano SL-M310-8R R-fire plus |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG31-8 11-32T |
| Chain | KMC Z-7 |
| Brakes | Tektro Disc Brake SCH-F18 160mm rotor Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Tektro Disc Brake SCH-F18 |
| Rims | Syncros X-20 Disc 32H, black |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 14G / stainless / black |
| Front Hub | Formula DC-19FQR |
| Rear Hub | Formula DC-25RQR |
| Tires | Kenda Slant 6 26x2.1 / 30TPI |
First added February 15
Last updated February 15
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