2021 Scott
Contessa Spark 920
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension women’s trail bike with high-end components.
| MSRP | $3,499 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 29.3 lbs |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Revelation Charger RC |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX, SX Eagle |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
5'2" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'2"
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Jul 2022 · Ron Koch
Now in their fourth iteration, the 2022 Spark RC and Spark 900 lines have continued their cross-country heritage on racetracks, blending modern technology and design to suit all levels of riders.
Jul 2022 · Jason_Schroeder
With an eye-catching integrated shock design, three-position suspension lockout, and 130mm fork, the Spark is a unique beast intended to conquer any trail.
May 2022
Which bike to pick out of the Scott Spark RC and the regular Spark? We go through the differences and similarities, and how we adapted our Spark 910 to turn it into one of the best race bikes we've ever tested. Get the lowdown in our Scott Spark RC review.
Ridiculously plush for an XC race bike
Outstanding descending control
Traction Control mode offers instantaneous climbing boost
Stealthy frame design hides shock from the elements
Adjustable geometry widens versatility
If you don't like suspension remotes, the Spark isn't for you
Headset cable routing adds maintenance frustration
Not the quietest bike
Not the lightest XC frame
Dec 2021 · Travis Engel
It's what's inside that counts
I mean, have you LOOKED at it?
Incredibly light for a trail bike
Impressively stiff chassis
Easier than you'd think to access rear shock
UDH derailleur hanger
Seriously, just LOOK at it!
Not as supportive as other 120mm bikes
Non-guided internal cable routing is noisy
Sep 2021 · Alan Muldoon
Name an XC event, and chances are that the unstoppable force that is Nino Schurter has probably won it on a Scott Spark RC WC.
Ruthless in its efficiency
Suspension could be more supple in Descend mode
Jul 2021 · Alec Levy-O'Brien
Erin Huck stunned crowds at the 2021 mountain bike national championships in Winter Park when she crossed the finish line more than two minutes clear of runner-up Alexis Skarda. Huck, a Scott-Shimano-Stans rider, is riding a 2021 Scott Spark 900 RC World Cup Contessa Signature equipped with plenty of goodies from brands such as Stages … Continued
Jul 2021 · Guy Kesteven
Scott’s new Spark cross-country racer might have hidden its shock but it doesn’t hide its performance
Totally sorted high-speed suspension
Remote suspension lockout front and rear
Sweetly balanced, adjustable handling
Clean internal shock aesthetics
Tight tracking frame and fork
Wireless gears
Big volume tires and rims
Excellent spec value
Competitive weight
Most riders will want a dropper
Press-fit bottom bracket needs regular checks
Not the lightest Spark frame
Jun 2021
The all-new 2022 Scott Spark XC bike gets a complete integrated redesign with Bold 120mm hidden shock, integrated routing & trail models...
| Frame | Spark 3 Carbon / IMP Technology / HMF Main Frame BB92 / Alloy SL 6011 swingarm SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm 2.6 tire compatible / TBC Trunnion box construction BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RL3 Air custom Charger 3-Modes Damper 15x110mm Maxle Lite / 42mm offset / Tapered steerer Lockout / Reb. Adj. / 130mm travel Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float EVOL Performace Trunnion 3 modes / Lockout-Trail-Descend DPS / Reb. Adj. Travel 120mm / 165X45mm / Contessa Custom Tune Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB PF integrated / shell 41x92mm |
| Headset | Syncros Pro Drop in / Tapered 1.5"-1 1/8" Bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm |
| Stem | Syncros FL2.0 / 6061 Alloy 6° / integrated Top Cap / 31.8mm / 1 1/8" |
| Handlebar | Syncros Fraser 2.0 / Alloy 6061 T shape Flat / 9° / 760mm Syncros Women Pro lock-on grips |
| Saddle | Syncros Savona 2.5 (V-Concept) Channel |
| Seatpost | Syncros Duncan Dropper Post 2.5 31.6mm / S size 100mm / M, L 125mm Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX / Eagle 12 Speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM X1 Eagle DUB Boost 30T |
| Shifters | SRAM SX Eagle Trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM SX-PG1210 / 11-50 T |
| Chain | SRAM CN NX Eagle |
| Chain Guide | SCOTT custom |
| Brakes | Shimano MT501 Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Syncros X-25 / 32H / 25mm Tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm |
| Front Hub | Formula CL-811 / 15x110mm |
| Rear Hub | Formula CL-148S / Boost 12x148mm |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Rekon / 2.4" / 60TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO, Rear: Maxxis Rekon / 2.4" / 60TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano SM-RT54 CL / F&R 180mm |
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