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2017 Scott

Spark 910

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.

Weight27.1 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 120 / 120mm
ForkFox Performance Elite Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetXT
BrakesShimano XT Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Spark 910
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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)

28 mph

Spark 910

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

🐐 Estimated

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'7", size Sm, Just right
  • 6'1", size LG, Just right
  • 5'7", size SM, Just right
  • 5'10", size MD, Just right
  • 6'0", size LG, Just right
  • 5'10", size MD, Fits small
Reviews

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.

Pros
  • Lightweight and efficient for climbing

  • Versatile and capable on descents

  • Updated geometry for improved handling

  • TwinLoc suspension control system

  • Supple and supportive suspension performance

Cons
  • Crowded cockpit with multiple controls

  • Limited dropper post travel on some models

  • Tyre pressure sensitivity affecting ride quality

Key Quotes
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 bike
Bicycling
We think of the new Spark as having the genetics of an XC-race bike, but the breeding of a trail bike.
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
The Spark is for those who value flat-out climbing speed as much as full-gas singletracking and descending thrills.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The 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.
MTBR logoMTBR

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BikeRadar
Scott Contessa Spark 910 review

May 2018 · Anna Cipullo

A capable short-travel full-suspension bike that's lively and efficient on trails. Buy if you want a speed-focussed trail bike with a feedback-rich ride

Highs
  • Responsive handling, great spec

Lows
  • Expensive, not as “do-it-all” as the marketing would suggest

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Singletrack World
Review: The TwinLoc system on the 2018 Scott Spark RC 900 Team is this bike's secret weapon

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...

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Mountain Bike Action
Tested- Scott Spark RC 900 World Cup

Dec 2017 · MBA Action

Nino’s legs are not included

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
SCOTT Contessa Spark 710 Plus Review – One to Beat Them All

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.

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MTBR
Scott Spark 900 review

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

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BIKE Magazine
Review: Scott Spark 900

Jul 2017

The Scott Spark 900 loves to rack up long, fast miles on technical trails.

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Scott Spark 900 Premium

May 2017 · Marco Toniolo

[ad3] Scott completely redesigned the Spark and launched it last summer. After a short test of the Plus version, now it’s time for our review of the 29er with 120mm of front and rear travel. The Premium model is entirely equipped with mechanical Shimano XTR. Scott Spark 900 Premium highlights Frame: full carbon Wheels format: 29” Adjustable geometry: no Rear/front travel: 120/120 mm Compatibility with 650+ format: no Rear Boost: yes Fork Boost: yes Metric shock: yes (165mm of interaxis and 45mm of travel) Tubeless ready rims and tires: yes Transmission: 12×11 (front 34×24, 11-40 cassette) Derailleur mount: yes Bottle

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MBR
Scott Spark 710 Plus (2017) review - MBR

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.

Highs
  • Punches well above its weight.

Lows
  • Doesn’t need all the gadgets.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Spark 3 Carbon / IMP technology / HMF Mainframe BB92 / Alloy SL 6011 swingarm SW DM dropouts for Boost 148x12mm TBC Trunnion box construction

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

FOX 34 Float Performance Elite Air FIT4 3-Modes with low speed adj. / 15x110mm QR axle tapered steerer / Reb. Adj. / Lockout / 120mm travel

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX NUDE Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend DPS / EVOL / Reb. Adj. Travel 120 - 85 - Lockout / 165X45mm

Travel120mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano SM-BB71-41A / shell 41x92mm

Headset

Syncros FL2.0 Drop in / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm

Stem

Syncros FL1.5 / Alloy 2014 integrated Spacer & Top Cup / 31.8mm / 6° / 1 1/8"

Handlebar

Syncros FL1.5 T-Bar / Alloy 7050 D.B. T shape Flat / 9° / 740mm Syncros Pro lock-on grips

Saddle

Syncros XR1.5 / Titanium rails

Seatpost

FOX Transfer Dropper Remote 31.6mm / S size 100mm / M, L & XL 125mm

TypeDropper

Groupset
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 2 700 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

Brakes

Shimano XT M8000 Disc 180mm F & R / SM-RT64 CL Rotor

TypeShimano XT Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
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

Maxxis Forekaster / 2.35 / 120TPI Kevlar Bead TR Tubeless Ready / EXO / 3C maxx speed

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