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Today’s DealsSpark RC 900 SL
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
| Weight | 21.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XX1, XX1 Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
🐐 Estimated
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.
The Spark is for those who value flat-out climbing speed as much as full-gas singletracking and descending thrills.
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.
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Sep 2018 · Mtbr
Besides the chance to claim rainbow jersey No. 7, winning in Lenzerheide would mean taking triumph on home soil, as the mountainous Swiss region has long been Nino Schurter’s primary training ground. - Mtbr.com
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...

Mar 2018 · James Bracey
It doesn’t take long to realise that the Scott Spark RC 900 Team is one of the stand out XC race bikes. Trail bike geometry and efficient suspension.
Suspension options perfect for racing
Grip based lockout clamp limits grip choice


Jul 2017
The Scott Spark 900 loves to rack up long, fast miles on technical trails.

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

Feb 2017
Much like the Fed wouldn’t settle for a rubbish racquet, Nino Schurter wouldn’t rock up to the start line aboard anything but the best, so when Scott released an all new Spark frame last year, we sat up and paid attention. We covered the revisions to the frame, as well as the spec on the …
Lightweight, intelligent frame design.
Confident geometry.
Race ready.
Narrow rims.
Integrated Twin Loc remote limits grip choice.
| Frame | Spark RC Carbon / IMP technology / HMX SL 1by only optimized / BB92 / Carbon SMC Link Carbon swingarm / SW dropouts for Boost 148x12mm TBC Trunnion Box Construction / Custom Chainguide Lightest frame 1779g (w/shock) BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 32 SC Float Factory Air / Kashima FIT4 3-Modes with low speed adj. / Kabolt 15x110mm axle tapered steerer / Lockout / Reb. Adj. 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX NUDE Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend DPS / Kashima / Reb. Adj. Travel 100 - 70 - Lockout / 165X40mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP PF integrated / shell 41x92mm |
| Headset | Syncros FL1.5 Drop in / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" Ti bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm |
| Stem | Syncros / 700 Series: FL1.5 +6° / 900 Series: XR1.5 -8° integrated Spacer & Top Cup / 2014 Alloy / 31.8mm / 1 1/8" Garmin mount |
| Handlebar | Syncros FL1.0 SL Carbon T-Bar T shape flat / 9° / 720mm Syncros Pro lock-on grips |
| Saddle | Syncros XR1.0 SL / Carbon rails |
| Seatpost | Syncros FL1.0 SL Carbon 10mm offset / 31.6 x 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 / Eagle 12 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SCOTT Chainguide |
| Crank | SRAM XX1 Eagle GXP Boost PF Carbon crankarm QF 168 / 700 Series: 34T / 900 Series: 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM XX1 Trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1 / XG1299 / 10-50 T |
| Chain | SRAM PCXX1 Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Ultimate Disc 180/F and 160/Rmm Centerline CLX Rotor Type: SRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Syncros XR1.0 Carbon / 28H / Carbon rim tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Aero Comp |
| Front Hub | Syncros XR1.0 CL / 15x110mm made by DT Swiss |
| Rear Hub | Syncros XR1.0 CL / Boost 148x12mm RWS w/Removable Lever / 36T Rachet System / XD made by DT Swiss |
| Tires | Schwalbe Rocket Ron EVO / 2.25 127EPI Kevlar Bead / Tubeless Easy PaceStar compound |
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