2023 Scott

Addict 40

A carbon frame endurance bike with mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$2,399
Weight20.4 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra, 105
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
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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

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39 mph

Addict 40

39 mph

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
XXS

5'1" – 5'6"

XS

5'4" – 5'9"

SM

5'7" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'6"

XXL

6'4" – 6'9"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'8", size SM, Fits large
  • 5'8", size XS, Just right
  • 5'8", size XS, Fits small
  • 5'8", size SM, Fits large
  • 5'8", size SM, Fits large
Price History
Reviews
BikeRadar
Scott Addict RC 40 review

Nov 2023 · Ashley Quinlan

An impressive race bike featuring a Shimano 105 Di2 groupset

Highs
  • Agile and stiff

  • Balanced frameset compliance

  • Tactile and responsive ride qualities

Lows
  • Limited tyre clearance

  • Fiddly seatpost clamp

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road.cc
Check out the Scott Addict Gravel HMX that Jonas Deichmann will ride across America (before running back)

Jul 2023 · Suvi Loponen

This is the bike that the German Forrest Gump is riding from NYC to LA. When Deichmann reaches Los Angeles, he'll be running straight back to the Big Apple...

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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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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

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
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Specs
Build
Frame

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

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

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

Bottom Bracket

PRAXIS 86-0301 M24 BB86

Headset

Acros AIF-1134

Stem

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

Handlebar

Syncros Creston 2.0 Compact; Alloy 31.8mm

Saddle

Syncros Tofino Regular 2.5 Channel

Seatpost

Syncros RR1.2; 27.2/350mm

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra Black RD-4700-GS; 20 Speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 FD-R7000 Black

Crank

PRAXIS ALBA M24; 50/34 T Black

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra ST-4720; Dual Control 20 Speed

Cassette

Shimano CS-HG500; 10 Speed 11-32

Chain

KMC X10

Brakes

Shimano BR-4770 Hyd.Disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros Race 24 Disc; 28 Front / 28 Rear

Spokes

14G Stainless Black 2mm

Front Hub

Formula Team II Disc 28 H

Rear Hub

Formula Team II Disc 28 H

Tires

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

Disc Rotors

Shimano SM-RT64 CL rotor 160/F and 160/R

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