Scott Contessa Active 30 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
974$
Weight | 14.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCR 32
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Contessa Active 700/900 series / Alloy 6061 Custom Butted Tubing OLD 135mm / BSA73 Internal Cable Routing / replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR32/X1-LO-R / Hyd. Lockout / Reb. Adj. 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-3100 18 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M3120 Side Swing / 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M3100 R-fire plus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-9 / 11-36T
Crank
Shimano FC-MT210-2 2-piece Design / 36x22
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-MT500 Hollowtech II / threaded
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
VP VP-536
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB TX505
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX5058
Rims
Syncros X-20 Disc 32H / black
Spokes
14 G / stainless / black
Tires
Kenda Booster 2.4" / 30TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200 / Hydr. Disc
Disk Rotors
Shimano SM-RT10 CL rotor / F&R 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Syncros 3.0 / 7° / Black
Handlebar
Syncros 3.0 / 680mm black / 31.8mm / 12mm rise / 9° BS Syncros Women Pro grip
Headset
Syncros OE Press Fit / 1 1/8" OD 50mm / ID 44mm
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Savona 2.5 V-Concept
Seatpost
Syncros 3.0 31.6mm / 350mm / Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308.5 mm | 308.5 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm |
| Front Center | 656 mm | 684 mm | 659 mm | 680 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 18 mm | 23 mm |
| Trail | 96 mm | 96 mm | 128 mm | 123 mm |
| Stack | 558 mm | 581 mm | 618 mm | 628 mm |
| Reach | 408 mm | 426 mm | 425 mm | 437 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 591 mm | 606 mm | 621 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1093 mm | 1121 mm | 1108 mm | 1129 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 44 mm | 44 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 684 mm | 710 mm | 756 mm | 783 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Contessa Active 30 completes the Scott Active model. There are 24 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Scott Active bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Scott Contessa Active 60 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 668$. Scott Contessa Active 10 2022 on the other hand costs 1167$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 901$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 111.43% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry bike, we get 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Contessa Active 30 weighs 14.1 kg (31.09 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 13.71% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCR 32 model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The Contessa Active 30 2022 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Contessa Active 30 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.