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2022 Scott

Contessa Addict 15

A carbon frame women’s endurance bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$3,699
Weight19.3 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetRival AXS
BrakesSRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

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Rider Position
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Terrain
smoothrugged
Contessa Addict 15
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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)

40 mph

Contessa Addict 15

39 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The Scott Addict gravel bike is praised for its lightweight, strong carbon frameset, and versatility across both on-road and off-road terrains. It offers a balanced ride with improved control and predictability, thanks to its design tweaks for wider tires and a lower center of gravity. The bike's aero road bike looks and fully internal cable routing contribute to its efficiency, while its off-road capability doesn't compromise on-road speed.

Pros
  • Lightweight and strong carbon frameset

  • Versatile for on-road and off-road use

  • Improved control and predictability

  • Aero road bike looks with fully internal cable routing

  • Balanced ride with design tweaks for wider tires

Cons
  • Firm ride may not suit all

  • Press-fit bottom bracket may not be preferred by all

  • Standard tyres aren't tubeless

Key Quotes
the strongest carbon road frameset they’ve ever made
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off-road capability & comfort don’t have to be at odds with on-road speed
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The Addict Gravel is where it’s at.
Cyclist logoCyclist
It could prove to be all the road bike you ever need.
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If you want speed and fun the Addict definitely delivers.
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Cyclist
Scott Addict Gravel 10 review

Jan 2023 · James Spender

Tremendously versatile gravel bike that will eat up the tarmac as well as the trails, though choose your spec wisely

Highs
  • Fast on road

  • Fast off it

  • Handling

  • Stiffness

Lows
  • Slow shifting

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Bicycling
Scott’s Updated Addict Gravel Is a Racer's Dream

Nov 2022

One of the lightest gravel options on the market, the updated Addict Gravel features aerodynamic updates and more tire clearance.

Highs
  • Lightweight

  • Agile and stable in rough terrain

  • Beautiful paint and finish

Lows
  • Not dropper post compatible

  • Integrated routing make fit changes more complicated

  • Press Fit bottom bracket

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Velo
Pro bike gallery: Cole Paton’s Scott Addict Gravel

Nov 2022 · Betsy Welch

Just a year after transitioning from World Cup XCO to endurance racing, Cole Paton finished fourth overall in the Life Time Grand Prix series

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BikeRadar
Scott Contessa Addict RC 15 review

May 2022 · Katherine Moore

A bike that’s set alight the women’s professional peloton while appealing to recreational riders too

Highs
  • Effortlessly carries speed and always turns heads

Lows
  • Aggressive race position won’t suit all riders

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road.cc
Scott Addict RC 15 2021

Oct 2021 · Stu Kerton

Very fast feeling bike with a great ride quality, although it's up against some tough competition on price

Highs
  • Smooth, clean looks

  • Good spec list

  • Balanced handling

Lows
  • Up against some well-priced competition

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Road Bike Action
SCOTT ADDICT RC 20 REVIEW - Road Bike Action

Oct 2021 · David Kennedy

Scott has refined the Addict to be a competitive, all-around road bike for 2020. At 17.84 pounds, the Addict RC isn’t a featherweight. Price wise, the RC 20

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Bikerumor
2022 Scott Addict Gravel carbon gravel bike is all-new, aero & all integrated!

Jul 2021 · Cory Benson

The all-new 2022 Scott Addict Gravel aero carbon gravel bike goes fully-integrated in light, aerodynamic reboot for on & off-road adventures!

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Cycling Weekly
Scott Addict RC 15

Apr 2021 · Simon Smythe

The latest iteration of Scott's lightweight bike is ridden by Team DSM – this mid-range version brings pro-level performance to a much lower price point

Highs
  • Cable integration

  • Wheels

  • Handling

  • Comfort

Lows
  • Saddle

  • Tyres

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Addict Disc HMF Carbon; Endurance geometry / Replaceable Derailleur Hanger; Internal cable routing; Syncros fender kit ready

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit

Fork

Addict HMF Disc; 1 1/4"-1 1/2" Eccentric Carbon steerer

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB PF ROAD 86.5

Headset

Acros AIF-1112

Stem

Syncros RR2.0; 1 1/4" / four Bolt 31.8mm

Handlebar

Syncros Creston 2.0 Compact; Alloy 31.8mm

Saddle

Syncros Celista 2.0 (V-Concept) Cutout

Seatpost

Syncros Duncan 1.0; 27.2/350mm

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM RIVAL eTap AXS; 24 Speed Electronic Shift System

Front Derailleur

SRAM RIVAL eTap AXS Electronic Shift System

Crank

SRAM RIVAL Crankset; 46/33 T

Shifters

SRAM RIVAL eTap AXS HRD Shift-Brake System

Cassette

SRAM RIVAL XG1250; 10-36T

Chain

SRAM RIVAL

Brakes

SRAM RIVAL eTap AXS HRD Shift-Brake System; Flatmount

TypeSRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros RP2.0 Disc; 28 Front / 28 Rear; Syncros Axle w/Removable Lever with Tool

Tires

Front: Schwalbe ONE Fold; 700x32C, Rear: Schwalbe ONE Fold; 700x32C

Disc Rotors

SRAM Paceline rotor 160/F and 160/R

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