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Today’s Deals2017 Scott
Spark 730 Plus
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
| Weight | 30.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Sektor |
| Shock | X-Fusion |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | SLX, Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Scott Spark is a versatile cross-country bike that excels in both climbing and descending, with updated geometry and suspension that enhance its agility and stability. Its lightweight frame and efficient pedaling make it a top performer on climbs, while its capable handling and supportive suspension allow it to tackle technical terrain with confidence. The bike's TwinLoc suspension control system adds to its versatility, making it suitable for a wide range of riding styles.
Lightweight and efficient for climbing
Versatile and capable on descents
Updated geometry for improved handling
TwinLoc suspension control system
Supple and supportive suspension performance
Crowded cockpit with multiple controls
Limited dropper post travel on some models
Tyre pressure sensitivity affecting ride quality
The bike was playful and fun, even bombing down lift-served flow trails—trails where I don’t normally choose to ride a cross-country race bikeBicycling
We think of the new Spark as having the genetics of an XC-race bike, but the breeding of a trail bike.
BIKE MagazineThe Spark is for those who value flat-out climbing speed as much as full-gas singletracking and descending thrills.
BikeRadarThe combination of a slacker front end, short stays, and progressive suspension design that’s sensitive off the top, but supportive thereafter, results in a bike that punches far above its proverbial weight.
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Mar 2018 · Wil Barrett
In Issue #116 of Singletrack Magazine, Wil and the crew tested three new generation full suspension XC race bikes. Read on for the full review of the 2018 Scott Spark...
Oct 2017 · Antonia Buckenlei
SCOTT claim to have created exactly this, lauding the SCOTT Contessa Spark Plus as able to excel at pedalling efficiency as well as sublime descending.
Sep 2017 · Jason Sumner
If you like riding mountain bikes uphill and downhill with equal precision and efficiency, the Scott Spark is a serious no-compromise option. - Mtbr.com
Apr 2017 · Guy Kesteven
Unique race fast, trail happy, multi-option ripper for riders who want max speed everywhere. Buy if you want a bike that’ll kill on the climbs but still thrill on the fun bits
Outstandingly light yet stiff trail-shaped, race-fast chassis in 27.5, 29 or plus formats, unique multi-mode TwinLoc suspension rips descents and smashes the climbs, sweetly detailed frame features and supporting spec
Multiple remotes make the left-hand side of the bar busy
Apr 2017 · Danny Milner
The Scott Spark 710 Plus has been ridden to two Olympic gold medals; well now it can add our Trail Bike of the Year award to its glittering palmarès.
Punches well above its weight.
Doesn’t need all the gadgets.
Mar 2017
The all-new Scott Spark 720 Plus is a much-welcomed makeover of Scott’s iconic XC whip.
| Frame | Spark Plus Alloy SL 6011 custom butted Hydroformed tubes tapered Headtube / BB92 / DM hanger dropouts for 148x12mm BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rock Shox Sektor RL Solo Air 15x110mm QR axle / Tapered Steerer Reb. Adj. / Lockout / 130mm travel Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | X-Fusion NUDE Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend Reb. Adj. Travel 120 - 85 - Lockout / 165X45mm Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-MT500-PA / shell 41x92mm |
| Headset | Syncros OE Press Fit / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" OD 50/61mm / ID 44/55mm |
| Stem | Syncros 6061 Alloy oversize 31.8mm / 1 1/8" / 6° angle |
| Handlebar | Syncros FL2.0 mini Riser / Alloy 6061D.B. 12mm rise / 9° / 740mm |
| Saddle | Syncros XM2.5 |
| Seatpost | Syncros / 31.6x400mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX RD-M7000-10 SGS Shadow Type / 20 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore FD-M617-D / side swing |
| Crank | Shimano FC-M627-B2 / 2-piece Design 36x22 T |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore SL-M610 / Rapidfire Plus 2 way release w/gear indicator |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG50-10 / 11-36 T |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M365 Disc 180mm F & R / SM-RT30 CL Rotor Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Syncros X35 / 32H / 35mm Tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm |
| Front Hub | Shimano HB-M618-B CL / 15x110mm |
| Rear Hub | Shimano FH-M618-B CL / Boost 148x12mm RWS axle |
| Tires | Maxxis Rekon / 2.80 x 27.5 / 60TPI Kevlar Bead TR Tubeless ready Dual compound |
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