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Addict RC Ultimate
A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and sram red hydraulic disc brakes.
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$15,999| Weight | 14.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | RED AXS |
| Power Meter | Red AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
Compare the full Addict RC model range
View Comparison5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" – 6'9"
🐐 Estimated
- 6'0", size LG, Just right
- 5'10", size MD, Just right
- 5'10", size XL, Fits large
Summary
The Scott Addict RC is a lightweight race bike praised for its responsive handling and climbing efficiency. It features updated geometry for stability at high speeds and agility in corners, with comfort enhancements like wider tire clearance and refined seatposts. While some reviews note it feels more like an all-road design than a pure race machine, it remains competitive and enjoyable for varied riding conditions.
Lightweight design, often under 5.9kg
Responsive and agile handling
Comfortable ride with good vibration damping
Updated geometry for stability and cornering
Wide tire clearance up to 34mm
Limited tire clearance on some models
Fiddly seatpost clamp
Can feel sluggish with stock tires
Higher price than some competitors
The new Scott Addict RC is super svelte and primed for climbing the cols of Le Tour and the hotly contested neighborhood Strava segments.
BikerumorThe Addict RC handles with an air of great composure.
BikeRadarThe bike’s responsive geometry makes it agile in tight corners and stable at high speeds.
Canadian Cycling MagazineThe Addict RC is a competitively light, aerodynamic bike that inspires you to go faster and holds your hand while you do it.
Cycling NewsThe Addict RC feels exactly how I want a race bike to feel, but does it with just the right amount of additional comfort and control.
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Nov 2024 · Cory Benson
The all-new Scott Addict RC weighs as little as 5.9kg, shedding more than 1kg off the previous road race bike...
Nov 2024 · Matt Hansen
Scott's new ride is meant for the competitive cyclist, whether it's races, KOMs, or town sign sprints The Scott Addict RC
Nov 2024 · Josh Ross
The climbing prowess of the Scott Addict RC isn’t even the best thing about it. The team obsessed over every detail and it shows.
Jun 2024 · Stu Kerton
Screaming out for some better wheels, but a brilliant frameset in terms of stiffness and ride quality
Stiff frame and fork
Wireless groupset gives a clean look
Well-balanced handling
Basic wheels for overall price
Tyres could do with an upgrade
Nov 2023 · Ashley Quinlan
An impressive race bike featuring a Shimano 105 Di2 groupset
Agile and stiff
Balanced frameset compliance
Tactile and responsive ride qualities
Limited tyre clearance
Fiddly seatpost clamp
Oct 2021 · Tobias Hörsch
SCOTT are confident enough not to send the flagship version of the Addict RC series into this group test, settling on the Addict RC Pro instead. No wonder, since the differences to the top-end model are limited. Besides a different carbon layup for the frame, the RC Pro uses a Shimano DURA-ACE Di2 groupset instead of SRAM RED eTap AXS, and Syncros wheels instead of Zipp. Is that enough for it to hold its own against the four fastest race bikes of the 2021 season?
Excellent climbing performance, despite bulky tires and the highest weight in the test
Good vibration damping
Loves corners and carving thanks to the wide tires
Good combination of smoothness and directness
Low inherent comfort of the frame
Sacrifices pure race performance with large tires
No power meter installed
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
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
Cable integration
Wheels
Handling
Comfort
Saddle
Tyres
| Frame | Addict RC Disc HMX SL; Road Race geometry / Replaceable Derailleur Hanger; Internal cable routing BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Addict RC HMX SL Flatmount Disc; 1 1/4"-1 1/2" Excentric Carbon steerer |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB PF ROAD 86.5 |
| Headset | Syncros Addict RC Integrated |
| Handlebar | Syncros Creston iC SL; Carbon combo |
| Saddle | Syncros Belcarra Regular SL |
| Seatpost | Syncros Duncan SL D-Shape Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM RED eTap AXS; 24 Speed Electronic Shift System |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM RED eTap AXS Electronic Shift System |
| Crank | SRAM RED Power meter Crankset; 48/35 T |
| Power Meter | SRAM RED Power meter Crankset; 48/35 T |
| Shifters | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD Shift-Brake System Electronic Shift System |
| Cassette | SRAM RED XG1290; 10-33 |
| Chain | SRAM RED |
| Brakes | SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD Shift-Brake System Type: SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Zipp 353 NSW Carbon tubeless disc-brake; Syncros SL Axle / Removable Lever with Tool |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Schwalbe PRO ONE Microskin, TL-Easy, Fold; 700x28C; Schwalbe AEROTAN Tube, Rear: Schwalbe PRO ONE Microskin, TL-Easy, Fold; 700x28C; Schwalbe AEROTAN Tube |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM CenterLine XR rotor 160/F and 160/R |
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Last updated July 13
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