2021 Scott

Scale RC 900 World Cup AXS

A 29″ carbon frame hardtail crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.

Manufacturer Price

$6,999
Weight20.1 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionHardtail, 100mm
ForkRockShox SID SL Ultimate
Wheels29″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetXX1 Eagle AXS, X01 Eagle AXS
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

Scale RC 900 World Cup AXS

27 mph

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Spec Level

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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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Reviews
Pinkbike
First Look: Scott Release Latest Generation of Scale RC Hardtail

Dec 2022 · Henry Quinney

The top-end HMX-SL frame sheds 22 grams compared to the outgoing model, to achieve a claimed weight of 847 g.

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BikeRadar
Scott Scale RC SL first ride review

Dec 2022 · Alex Evans

The Scale is a fast-paced XC hardtail with performance that reaches beyond the traditional racing remit

Highs
  • Light weight

  • Loaded-up spec

  • Fun, fast and agile

  • Impressive frame construction

Lows
  • Lack of dropper post limits scope

  • Very costly

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Bikerumor
Dangerholm’s mellow yellow Scott Scale project bike blurs lines between Gravel & MTB

Jul 2021

This Scott Scale Gravel mashup is what happens when MTB weight weenie project bike builder Dangerholm decides that he needs a gravel bike!

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MBR
Scott Scale 920 review - MBR

Apr 2020 · Alan Muldoon

If you’re after a cross country race hardtail with a proven track record, then look no further than the Scott Scale 920.

Highs
  • Fast in every situation

Lows
  • Front derailleur compatibility!

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Scott’s Contessa Scale 900 Hardtail Keeps Things Simple

Mar 2019

A crisp, clean women’s mountain bike—with SRAM NX Eagle—for XC racing and riding.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Scale RC Carbon / IMP Technology / HMX 1x optimized / BB92 / SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm SDS2 advanced Shock & Standing Damping System ICCR Cable routing

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

RockShox SID SL Ultimate RD3 Air custom Race Day Charger Damper 3-Modes 15x110mm Maxle Stealth / 44mm offset /Tapered steerer Lockout / Reb. Adj. / 100mm travel

Travel100mm

Spring TypeAir

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

Handlebar

Syncros Fraser iC SL Carbon / 9° / 740mm / Syncros Pro lock-on grips

Saddle

Syncros Belcarra Regular 1.5 Titanium rails

Seatpost

Syncros Duncan 1.0 Carbon 10mm offset / 31.6x400mm

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS / 12 Speed Wireless Electronic Shift System

Crank

SRAM XX1 DUB Eagle Boost Carbon crankarm QF 168 / 32T

Shifters

SRAM Eagle AXS Controller

Cassette

SRAM X01 / XG1295 / 10-52 T

Chain

SRAM CN X01 Eagle

Chain Guide

SCOTT custom

Brakes

SRAM Level TLM Disc / tool free reach adj

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros Silverton 1.0 6 Bolt F: 15x110mm, R: 12x148mm Boost 26mm Tubeless ready carbon rim 28H / XD Driver Syncros Axle w/Removable Lever with Tool

Tires

Front: Maxxis Rekon Race / 2.25" / 120TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO, Rear: Maxxis Rekon Race / 2.25" / 120TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline X 180/F and 160/R

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