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2020 Transition

Scout Carbon Frameset

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$3,199
Weight7.1 lbs (frame)  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 140mm rear
ShockFox Float X2 Factory
Wheels27.5″
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Sizing
XS

4'8" – 5'3"

SM

5'0" – 5'7"

MD

5'4" – 6'0"

LG

5'8" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'7"

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Summary

The Transition Scout is a versatile and capable trail bike that excels in aggressive riding and steep terrain, offering a playful yet mature ride. It features updated geometry and suspension for better support and tracking, though it requires more effort on mellower trails. The bike is praised for its lively ride feel and effective SBG concept, but some riders may find it less suited for tight, technical climbs.

Pros
  • Updated leverage rate provides better support throughout travel

  • More progressive leverage rate and straighter ramp curve improve mid-stroke and bottoming issues

  • Steeper seat tube angle and updated leverage rate make it a calmer climber

  • Versatile and capable aggressive shredder’s bike

  • Lively, exciting and fun ride feel

Cons
  • Front wheel has a tendency to push through corners if not on top of your game

  • Requires more manhandling than expected for a small-wheeled bike

  • Not as good on mellower trails

  • Length and 27.5” wheels can get caught on trail features in tight situations

Key Quotes
Scout’s playful innocence is lost. He’s on to bigger things.
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
The Scout isn’t just very capable, it’s one of the most fun and exciting trail bikes you might ever be lucky enough to ride.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
Transition builds one hell of a bike and the attention to detail is indicative in the brand’s network of rider-inspired input.
MTBR logoMTBR

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Beta
Transition Introduces the Aluminum Sentinel and Scout - Video

Sep 2021 · Beta

When you've already seen every episode of The Dog and Pony Show

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Pinkbike
First Look: Transition Launch Alloy Scout and Sentinel

Sep 2021 · Seb Stott

Aluminum is back on the menu for Transition's popular Scout and Sentinel models.

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MTBR
First Look: Transition Launches All-New Carbon Scout

Feb 2020 · Jordan Carr

- Mtbr.com

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NSMB
Transition Bikes Introduces The Carbon Scout

Feb 2020

The rollout of 2020 bikes continues apace, with Transition Bikes launching the new Carbon Scout. Billed as a modern take on their classic Bottlerocket, the Scout sports either 140mm or 150mm of travel suspending 27.5" wheels, with room for a water bottle inside the front triangle and a lifetime warranty. Read on after the break for all the details.

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Vital MTB
2020 Transition Scout Carbon GX Bike

Feb 2020 · BHowell

Greatly refined but not too grown-up, the new Scout has something for everyone.

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Mountain Bike Action
Bike Test: Transition Scout X01

Aug 2018 · Aiden

Shorter is better

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MBR
Transition Scout Carbon 3 review - MBR

Oct 2017 · Mick Kirkman

The Transition Scout Carbon 3 has a great shape and ground-tracking suspension. But for that cash, some equipment isn’t at the level we’d expect.

Highs
  • Eats bumps like a longer travel rig.

Lows
  • Energy-sapping suspension.

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BikeRadar
Transition Scout Carbon frameset long-term review

Sep 2017 · Tom Marvin

With a new chassis, air spring and damper, it’ll likely set the trail-bike benchmark, so I’m pretty chuffed to have it on my bike so early on. . .

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Geometry
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Build
Frame

Scout Carbon Frameset

Shock

Fox Float X2 Factory 2 Position

Travel140mm

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Last updated October 2

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