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2025 Scott

Addict RC 10

A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$6,699
Weight15.4 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetUltegra, Ultegra Di2
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

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Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Addict RC 10
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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)

41 mph

Addict RC 10

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Spec Level

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

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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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Reviews

Summary

The Scott Addict RC is a standout in the race bike category, celebrated for its radically lightweight design, stellar handling, and exceptional performance in both climbing and descending. Its innovative frame construction and geometry offer a perfect balance of speed, stability, and comfort, making it a top choice for competitive riders. While it excels in most areas, some riders may find its long reach and unconventional sizing challenging, and its high-performance components come at a premium price.

Pros
  • Radically lightweight

  • Stellar handling

  • Exceptional for racing and spirited riding

  • Improved carbon layup and reduced weight

  • Excels on descents

Cons
  • Long reach may not suit all riders

  • Unconventional sizing

  • High overall price

  • Stock Schwalbe tires pick up debris easily

Key Quotes
The Addict RC is a modern race bike with solid geometry, stellar handling, and clearance for up to 34mm tires.
Bicycling
'The Addict RC is like nothing else I’ve ridden.'
Cyclist logoCyclist
The Addict RC has long been a symbol of lightweight design, standing out in a market where few bikes can match its focus on chasing ultimate weight efficiency.
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Bikerumor
Meet Dangerholm’s SCOTT Addict RC SUB5 - An 11lb Piece of Art

Mar 2026 · Jordan Villella

Want an 11-pound road bike that can still handle real-world riding? Meet the Dangerholm Scott Addict RC SUB5

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road.cc
Scott Addict RC Pro

Apr 2025

A showcase of what's achievable in road bike design in terms of weight, performance and quality

Highs
  • Incredibly responsive ride

  • Smooth ride quality

  • Good 'relative' value

Lows
  • A very firm saddle

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Bicycling
Scott’s New Lightweight Addict RC Pro Is My Favorite Race Bike for Long Rides

Apr 2025

Aero might be everything, but lightweight bikes have undeniable appeal and unmatched coolness.

Highs
  • Lightweight

  • Great handling

  • Wide tires provide a smooth ride

Lows
  • Limited stem compatibility

  • No power meter

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Cyclist
Scott Addict RC road bike review

Feb 2025 · James Spender

‘The original Addict Limited weighed 5.9kg, which was impressive for 2008,’ says Scott product designer Christian Holweck. ‘Back then parts

Highs
  • 87kg weight

  • Doesn't feel skittish

  • Great spec and wheelset

  • Flared bar/stem

  • All Torx T25 bolts

Lows
  • An extra £100 for the computer mount

  • Tyres a bit too fragile

  • Spokes catch sidewinds

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
The Scott Addict RC: Light, responsive and meant to go quick

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

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Gran Fondo Magazine
First Ride: New SCOTT Addict RC 2025 in review – Lightweight rules the world?

Nov 2024 · Calvin Zajac

Mit dem neuen Addict RC will SCOTT die Konkurrenz auf ganzer Linie herausfordern – und das nicht nur mit einem Gewicht von unter 6 kg. Was steckt dahinter?

Highs
  • Incredibly lightweight with innovative design solutions

  • Perfectly balanced handling

  • Race bike aesthetics despite ultra-lightweight construction

Lows
  • Rear light feature unavailable in Germany

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Velo
Review: Scott Addict RC Is Brilliant Plus It’s the New Lightweight King

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.

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BikeRadar
Scott Addict RC 10 review

Jun 2022 · Simon von Bromley

Scott’s classic road racer reinvented for the modern era

Highs
  • Well-mannered handling

  • Great balance of pedalling stiffness and comfort

  • Tidy but adjustable cockpit

  • Includes a power meter

Lows
  • Mid-range tyres don’t do the frameset justice

  • Less tyre clearance than the competition

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Addict RC HMX; Road Race geometry, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger; Internal cable routing

ColorSunbeam Black

Fork

Addict RC HMX Flatmount Disc; 27.2mm Eccentric Carbon steerer

Bottom Bracket

Shimano SM-BB71-41B

Headset

Acros AIF-1317

Handlebar

Syncros IC-R100-SL; Carbon combo

Saddle

Syncros Belcarra Regular 2.0

Seatpost

Syncros SP-R101-CF

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150; 24 Speed Electronic Shift System

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8150; Electronic Shift System

Crank

Shimano Ultegra FC-R8100; Hollowtech II 52x36

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170; Electronic Shift System

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra CS-R8101-12; 11-34

Chain

Shimano CN-M8100-12

Brakes

Shimano BR-R8170 Hyd.Disc

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros Capital 1.0S 40mm; 24 Front, 24 Rear; Syncros SL Axle

Tires

Front: Schwalbe ONE TLE Race-Guard Fold, 700x30C, Rear: Schwalbe ONE TLE Race-Guard Fold, 700x30C

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT-CL800 rotor 160/F and 140/R

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