The new Gambler was a key part of the 2015 Scott Bikes launch - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Addict SL continues unchanged from last year. With a frame and fork combo of under 1kg it isn't crying for an update - David Rome / Future Publishing
The race-proven Scott Foil continues, with just cosmetic and spec changes - David Rome / Future Publishing
Launched last year, the Scott Solace range also continues unchanged, bar the addition of a disc-brake version - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Solace Disc - pictured here – is the flat bar Solace 40 FB Disc with the wrong wheels and brakes - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Solace Disc features a 15mm front thru-axle - David Rome / Future Publishing
A thru-axle also features at the rear on the Solace Disc - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Contessa Solace 35 with Shimano Tiagra components should be a comfortable women's bike on a budget - David Rome / Future Publishing
One of the new colourschemes that reccurs throughout the road and mountain bike performance range - IAM Cycling team replica - David Rome / Future Publishing
Sitting one below the Addict SL, the Addict Team Issue Di2 features a Di2-specific frameset, Orica-GreenEdge replica paint and Syncros RL1.1 carbon clincher wheels. Complete, we weighed this bike at 6.3kg - David Rome / Future Publishing
A closer look at the Orica-GreenEdge replica paint - David Rome / Future Publishing
Scott Bikes bought the previously mountain-bike specific Syncros brand from Ritchey. The Syncros brand is now seen throughout the Scott range, with very few models still featuring Ritchey products - David Rome / Future Publishing
A matched Prologo saddle is part of the Addict Team Issue Di2 - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Contessa Solace 15 with 22-speed Shimano Ultegra gearing is Scott's women's performance gran fondo type bike. We weighed this model at 7.35kg - David Rome / Future Publishing
Thin, swooped seat stays help to smooth the road on the Solace - David Rome / Future Publishing
Gambler 710 GSTAAD-SCOTT replica includes a bunch of matched Syncros equipment - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Gambler is 27.5in wheeled, although the frame can be adjusted to fit 26in wheels if you're feeling nostalgic - David Rome / Future Publishing
The reworked rear suspension means there is far less rotation on the frame hardware - allowing for greater bearing durability and increased small bump compliance - David Rome / Future Publishing
Scott now offers a wide range of Syncros gear in 27.5in format - David Rome / Future Publishing
Another look at the Gambler's suspension layout - David Rome / Future Publishing
Included with the Gambler and Genius LT's is a Syncros angle-adjust headset - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Gambler features adjustable chainstay length at the back - David Rome / Future Publishing
Another look at the adjustable chainstay length. Note the brake mount offers two positions too - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Scott Genius 740 with 150mm of travel gets a fresh paint for 2015 - David Rome / Future Publishing
The enduro-focused Genius LT 720 offers 170mm of travel and features a full aluminium frame - David Rome / Future Publishing
All Genius LT models now feature a Fox 36 fork with custom compression control through the TwinLoc remote lever - David Rome / Future Publishing
Syncros components feature throughout the Genius LT line-up - David Rome / Future Publishing
The ISD SL dropout offers plenty of axle options - David Rome / Future Publishing
A closer look at the Genius LT 720's aluminium frame - David Rome / Future Publishing
As proven by Nino Shurter, the Scale 700 (900 also available) is a bike built to win. We put this Scale on our scales, which clocked it at 8.74kg - David Rome / Future Publishing
Even though the Scale 700 comes with SRAM XX1 gearing, the brakes are Shimano XTR 9000 - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Scale 700 (and 900) is one of the few bikes to still feature Ritchey components throughout - David Rome / Future Publishing
With no front derailleur in use, the E-type mount instead features a clever (and tiny) chain catcher - David Rome / Future Publishing
For its race hubs, Syncros employs the help of neighbouring brand DT Swiss and its Star Ratchet mechanism - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Spark's are available in staggering range of models with both 27.5in and 29in wheels on offer. Here the Spark 910 features the new IAM Cycling paint scheme - David Rome / Future Publishing
A closer look at the 910's IAM Cycling paintscheme. The 910 (and 710) features a carbon front end and aluminium rear - David Rome / Future Publishing
A Syncros XR1.5 stem is provided on the Spark 910 and 710. The negative drop of the stem increases between the 27 and 29in versions - David Rome / Future Publishing
Going for gold? This 9.82kg Spark 700 SL may be the ticket - David Rome / Future Publishing
The front fork is controlled by the same handlebar mounted lever as the rear shock - David Rome / Future Publishing
A closer look at the TwinLoc lever, one cable to the rear shock and the other to the front fork - David Rome / Future Publishing
There's plenty of options if you're after a Spark in 2015 - David Rome / Future Publishing
27.5 or 29in - the choice is yours if you're looking for a cross-country or trail bike from Scott - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Scott Scale 24in with Nino Shurter paintscheme - we're sad to hear there's no adult version! - David Rome / Future Publishing
This is a pretty cool bike for an eight-year-old - David Rome / Future Publishing
Along with the sponsor graphics on chain stays, this would be the wrong bike choice if your child is an Julien Absalon fan - David Rome / Future Publishing
The new Scott Sub Speed 10 features a new frame, stealth graphics and matching fenders - David Rome / Future Publishing
An ecentric bottom bracket allows tension adjustment of the Gates belt - David Rome / Future Publishing
All the graphics on the Sub Speed 10 are like this - hidden beneath the paint - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Scott E-Sub Tour 10 Men's with a 250W Bosch motor is now available in Australia - David Rome / Future Publishing
Plenty of juice in this one - David Rome / Future Publishing
With force, cadence and speed sensors built-in, this is far from a bolt-on type motor - David Rome / Future Publishing
Scott Bikes recently revealed its 2015 range at a launch in Australia, and BikeRadar was there see the highlights of the latest lineup.
While much of the brand’s range remains mostly unchanged from 2014, key additions include a new disc-brake version of the Solace road bike, 650b (27.5in) wheels for the Gambler downhill, some small but significant changes to the Genius LT and an extravagant Spark with Di2 gears and suspension.
Not all models were ready in time for the Australian launch, but we've brought you all the details and photos of everything that was on display.
With the recent success of Simon Gerrans and team Orica-GreenEdge on the Scott Foil, we had anticipated an updated version of this model, which launched in 2011. Sadly, it seems we’ll need to wait another year, as the proven design continues, although it has updated components and paint.
The addict sl continues unchanged from last year. with a frame and fork combo of under 1kg it isn't crying for an update: - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Addict SL continues unchanged from last year. With a frame and fork combo of under 1kg it isn't crying for an update
The same goes for the Addict SL, with the sub-kilo frame and fork receiving no structural frame changes for 2015. Certain models in the both the Foil and Addict ranges receive replica team-issue Orica-GreenEdge and IAM Cycling paintjobs.
The solace disc features a 15mm front thru-axle: - David Rome / Future Publishing
Disc brakes and thru-axle on road bikes – Scott joins the party
Introduced in 2014, the sportive and gran fondo focused Solace is now joined by a disc-specific option. The Solace Disc frame has the same geometry and ride quality as the standard Solace, but features thru-axles front (15mm) and rear to handle the disc brake loads. The recreation-friendly ride quality is further enhanced with 28mm width tyres and compact gearing.
The long-standing Metrix flat-bar range has been discontinued; the flat bar models are now offered within the Speedster and Solace road ranges.
Mountain bikes
The biggest change in the mountain bike lineup is the new Gambler downhill bike. The Gambler is now compatible with 27.5in wheels, but can be used with 26in wheels too. Scott’s Floating Link suspension system continues, but a longer length shock and adjusted suspension kinematics means the pivot hardware rotation is reduced from 36 degrees to 9 degrees at one end and 12 degrees to 4 degrees at the other.
This adjustment should mean better small bump compliance and far greater bearing durability for the 210mm travel frame.
the re-worked rear suspension means there is far less rotation on the frame hardware - allowing for greater bearing durability and increased small bump compliance : - David Rome / Future Publishing
New Gambler – 27.5in wheels, 210mm of travel and lots of adjustable geometry
The Gambler frame is big on adjustability; bottom bracket height, chainstay length and head angle can all be tweaked to suit personal preference, or to match to particular courses. With the included Syncros angle adjust headset, the head angle can be adjusted from a super slack 61 degrees up to 65.
The scott genius 740 with 150mm of travel gets a paint change for 2015: - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Scott Genius 740 with 150mm of travel gets fresh paint for 2015
Launched in 2013, the trail orientated Genius range continues into 2015. The carbon 910 and 710 models receive a slightly updated frame which drops 70g and offers a super light top chain guide to suit 1 x 11 drivetrains. The rear dropouts also receive an update, moving to a new ‘ISD SL’ version, which offers cross-compatibility between 142 x 12, 135 x 12, 135 x 5 (QR) and the use of Shimano’s direct mount derailleur hanger.
The enduro-focused genius lt 720 offers 170mm of travel and features a full aluminium frame: - David Rome / Future Publishing
The enduro-focused Genius LT 720 offers 170mm of travel and has a full aluminium frame
To meet the booming enduro market, Scott will offer the Genius LT range in three models, all with 27.5in wheels and 170mm of travel. The top-end 700 Tuned features a full-carbon frame, the 710 features a carbon front and aluminium rear, and the base model 720 features an all-aluminium frame.
The biggest change to all models is a custom Fox 36 fork with three compression modes linked to the same TwinLoc remote as the rear shock. Additionally, the new models include an angle-adjust headset and a 1X11 specific top mount chainguide – although the two cheaper models still feature 2x10 gearing.
Plenty of options if you're after spark in 2015: - David Rome / Future Publishing
27.5 vs. 29in? The choice is entirely yours with the Scott Scale, Spark and Genius ranges
Scott continues with its 29in and 27.5in Spark and Scale range for fast-paced cross-country. New colours is the most obvious change, but the Spark 700 Ultimate Di2 is also very interesting. The recently announced Shimano XTR Di2 shares a battery with the Fox Float Factory front fork’s lock-out and the Fox eNude rear shocks three compression modes. Sadly there wasn’t a sample on hand, but Scott claims a slightly less impressive weight of 10.1kg (22.27lb) for this bike.
Otherwise the 700 series frames receive an update to allow for easier water bottle fitting and also a change to the new ISD SL dropout, and most Genius, Genius LT and Spark models receive an updated rear suspension TwinLoc lever with integrated clamp.
Urban and family bikes
The scott scale 24 - David Rome / Future Publishing
If your child isn't a Julien Absalon fanatic, this Nino Schurter Scale 24in may just be perfect
Something that was attracting plenty of attention was the Scale 24in kids bike with Nino Shurter graphics – perfect for aspiring racers! Joining this model is the Voltage Jr 24 Disc, a burly-looking kids bike with mechanical disc brakes – sadly it weighs nearly 13kg and still features mediocre suspension.
Scott’s e-bike range continues, featuring 250W Bosch motors combined with the handling characteristics of non-motorised models.
The new scott sub speed 10 features a new frame, stealth graphics and matching fenders: - David Rome / Future Publishing
The Sub is now the Sub Speed range with a new frame and matched fenders
And lastly, Scott’s urban Sub range is now the Sub Speed range. It features a new Speed frame with internal cable routing, stealthy graphics and matching fenders. The top-end Sub Speed 10 looks the part in solid-green, with a Gates Belt drive, eight-speed Shimano Alfine geared hub, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes and Syncros components.
