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2019 Scott

Genius 950

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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Weight32.0 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 150 / 150mm
ForkFox Performance Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetNX Eagle
BrakesShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

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Genius 950
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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

Genius 950

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews

Summary

The Scott Genius is a versatile enduro bike praised for its lightweight design, adaptable wheel sizes, and efficient suspension system. It excels in climbing and offers a playful, confident ride on descents, though some riders find the TwinLoc system cumbersome. The bike's geometry and suspension setup are frequently highlighted as strengths, making it a strong contender in its category.

Pros
  • Lightweight design for an enduro bike

  • Adaptable wheel sizes with flip chip technology

  • Efficient suspension system with TwinLoc remote

  • Updated geometry for improved handling

  • Versatile performance across climbing and descending

Cons
  • TwinLoc remote placement can be inconvenient

  • Some models come with narrow handlebars

  • Component choices may not suit all riders

  • Suspension can feel less supportive on rough descents

Key Quotes
29 or 27.5 plus: There are stock options with either size, but every Genius can switch between the two with the flip of a chip.
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"The big tires boost confidence, providing extra traction on technical climbs and more forgiveness through jumbled lines."
Bicycling
Tech-equipped do-it-all that’s well-priced and versatile, if a little conservative to ride
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BikeRadar
Scott Genius 900 Tuned review

Oct 2019 · Mick Kirkman

Tech-equipped do-it-all that’s well-priced and versatile, if a little conservative to ride

Highs
  • Pedals and climbs so well it puts many XC bikes to shame

  • Own-brand carbon wheels feel light and accelerate fast

Lows
  • TwinLoc system brings unnecessary complications for some riders

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
SCOTT Genius 950 in review

May 2019 · Christoph Bayer

The SCOTT Genius 950 is unstoppable on the climbs compared with the other bikes in the test field. Thanks to its TwinLoc system it sprints like an XC bike!

Highs
  • Efficient climber

  • Unstoppable on flowing trails

  • Agile and good-natured handling

Lows
  • Iout of its depth on rough terrain

  • Tires limit the bike

  • Crowded cockpit requires getting used to

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MBR
Scott Genius 940 review - MBR

May 2019 · Paul Burwell

The range got a big overhaul last year so the Scott Genius 940 remains relatively unchanged for 2019, apart from the price, which has increased by £200.

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Bicycling
Scott’s Contessa Genius 720 Makes Technical Trails Feel Easier

Aug 2018 · Gloria Liu

Big tires and better suspension blew us away on this women’s trail bike—and it’s not even the most expensive model

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Singletrack World
Long Term Review: Did Wil ruin the Scott Genius 900 Tuned test bike with these 3 changes?

Jul 2018 · Wil Barrett

It’s now been six months since we first received the Scott Genius 900 Tuned longterm test bike. In that time, I’ve had plenty of opportunities to put it through its...

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Mountain Bike Action
Review - Scott Genius 920

Apr 2018 · McCoy

The Genius was launched back in 2004 when Scott saw the need to add a well-rounded trailbike to its lineup. Over the last 14 years the Genius has

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off.road.cc
Scott Genius 920 review

Mar 2018

Scott's all-new Genius range packs 150mm of travel into a chassis with progressive geometry and your choice of 650b or 29er wheels, both shod with extra fat rubber. This Genius 920 sits near the top of the range, using a carbon front triangle paired with an alloy rear and 29" wheels. Overall, it's a hugely impressive long travel trail bike but this particular build has a few componentry bugbears.

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Flow Mountain Bike
Scott Contessa Genius 720 Review, 2018 model

Dec 2017

Flow Mountain Bike reviews the new 2018 Scott Contessa Genius 720. After a month of shredding, what do we think of this women's trail bike?

Highs
  • Looks brilliant.

  • Loads of grip.

  • Excellent mix of stability and playfulness.

Lows
  • Twin Loc / dropper lever arrangement is hard for small hands.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Genius Alloy SL 6011 custom butted / VLK Virtual 4 Link kinematic 27.5" (2.6 & 2.8) and 29" (2.4 & 2.6) tire compatible with Geo -BB adj. TBC Trunnion box construction / Boost 12x148mm

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

FOX 34 Float Performance Air Grip 3 / 3-Modes / 15x110mm QR axle / tapered steerer 44mm offset / Reb. Adj. / Lockout / 150mm travel

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX Float EVOL Performace Trunnion 3 modes / Lockout-Trail-Descend DPS / Reb. Adj. Travel 150mm / 185X55mm

Travel150mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB PF integrated / shell 41x92mm

Headset

Syncros Pro Press Fit E2 / Tapered 1.5"-1 1/8" OD 50/62mm / ID 44/56mm

Stem

Syncros FL2.0 / 6061 Alloy 6° / integrated Top Cup / 31.8mm / 1 1/8"

Handlebar

Syncros FL2.0 mini Riser / Alloy 6061D.B. 12mm rise / 9° / 760mm Syncros Pro lock-on grips

Saddle

Syncros Tofino 2.0 / CRMO rails

Seatpost

Syncros Dropper 2.0 / Remote 31.6mm / S size 100mm / M 125mm / L & XL 150mm

TypeDropper

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM NX / Eagle 12 Speed

Crank

SRAM NX Eagle DUB Boost 32T

Shifters

SRAM NX Eagle Trigger

Cassette

SRAM NX / XG1230 / 11-50 T

Chain

SRAM CN NX Eagle

Brakes

Shimano MT500 Disc 180mm F&R / SM-RT54 CL Rotor

TypeShimano Deore Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros X-30S / 32H / 30mm / Sleeve Joint Tubeless ready

Spokes

Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm

Front Hub

Shimano HB-MT400-B CL / 15x110mm

Rear Hub

Shimano FH-MT400-B CL / Boost 12x148mm

Tires

900 Series: Maxxis Rekon 29x2.6" 700 Series: Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.8" 60TPI Kevlar Bead / EXO / TR Tubeless ready

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