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2018 Scott

Spark 930

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.

Weight30.4 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 85 / 120mm
ForkFox Performance Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetXT
BrakesShimano SLX Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Spark 930
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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)

25 mph

Spark 930

27 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"

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Summary

The Scott Spark cross-country bike is celebrated for its brilliant balance of speed efficiency and trail fun, featuring a stiff, lightweight chassis and efficient triple-mode suspension. Its handling is composed and stable, encouraging aggressive riding through corners and technical sections. While it may lack pure race speed compared to the Spark RC, its performance and value are highly praised.

Pros
  • Flat-out fun trail geometry and suspension on a stiff, relatively lightweight chassis

  • Efficiency-enhancing triple-mode suspension

  • Excellent kit for the price

  • Composed handling and stability

  • Fun to ride, encouraging aggressive trail use

Cons
  • Lacks pure race speed compared to the Spark RC

  • All-alloy frame is heavier than carbon options

  • Rear suspension can feel too eager in open settings

Key Quotes
A brilliant and unique balance of full-gas trail fun and flat-out, remote-controlled speed efficiency
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It’s like Nino has added a little of his talent into every Spark.
MBR logoMBR
It was 2007 when the first Spark blew minds and broke records with its stunningly low weight and high-tech carbon construction.
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BikeRadar
Scott Spark 930 review

Dec 2019 · Mick Kirkman

Scott’s Spark 930 is a steeper seat angle and few parts shy of fast-and-furious trail bike perfection

Highs
  • Clean-cut and well-detailed frame with good mud clearance

  • Outstanding pedalling efficiency when climbing out of the saddle

  • Controlled suspension

Lows
  • TwinLoc system adds extra cables to a busy cockpit

  • Syncros wheels feel soft when leant over

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MTBR
Nino Schurter’s custom Scott Spark RC 900

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

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Mountain Bike Action
Nino's Custom 60th Anniversary Scott Spark

Jul 2018 · McCoy

N1NO Schurter managed to win his 29th World Cup. In front of a huge crowd in Val di Sole, the Olympic Champion dominated the race from the first lap.

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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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MBR
Scott Spark RC 900 Team (2018) review - MBR

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.

Highs
  • Suspension options perfect for racing

Lows
  • Grip based lockout clamp limits grip choice

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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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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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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Aluminum

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

FOX 34 Float Performance Air, GRIP3 damper, Boost, lockout, TwinLoc Suspension System

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX NUDE DPS EVOL, Scott custom tune, Trunnion, 165mm x 45mm, lockout, TwinLoc Suspension System

Travel85mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB-MT500-PA, shell 41mm x 92mm

Headset

Syncros Pro Press Fit

Stem

Syncros FL2.0, alloy 6061, integrated spacer and top cup, 6° angle, 31.8mm clamp

Handlebar

Syncros FL2.0 T-Bar, alloy 6061, 740mm width, 9° sweep, T-shape flat

Saddle

Syncros XR2.0, chromoly rails

Seatpost

FOX Transfer Dropper, 100mm drop (S), 125mm drop (M-XL)

TypeDropper

Pedals

N/A

Grips

Syncros Pro Lock-on

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT RD-M8000 SGS Shadow Plus, direct mount

Front Derailleur

Shimano XT FD-M8020-D, side swing

Crank

Shimano XT FC-M8000-B2, Hollowtech 2

Shifters

Shimano XT SL-M8000-B-I, Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec 2 clamp, 11-speed

Cassette

Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-42 tooth, 11-speed

Chain

Shimano CN-HG601

Chain Guide

N/A

Brakes

Shimano SLX M7000 with 180mm front/160mm rear Shimano SM-RT64 CL rotors

TypeShimano SLX Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano SLX M7000

Wheels
Rims

Syncros XR2.5 CL, 25mm width, tubeless ready, 28 hole

Front Hub

Syncros XR2.5 CL, Boost front and rear

Rear Hub

Syncros XR2.5 CL, Boost front and rear

Tires

Maxxis Forekaster, 2.35" EXO 3C MaxxSpeed TR 120tpi kevlar bead

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