Scott Contessa 26 2023
2023 Youth
Estimate price |
802$
Weight | 13.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCE
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Groupset Acera, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
JR26 Susp Disc Alloy 6061 / Performance geometry SCOTT dropout / IS
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCE28 100mm travel Softer spring setup
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera RD-M3020, 8 Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-RV400-8R Revo Shifter
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG400 8-Speed / 11-40T
Crank
Prowheel 32T w/CG
Bottom Bracket
Feimin / BB68 / cartridge / square taper
Chain
KMC Z8.3
Pedals
Feimin FP-803 / w/Reflector
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-19-F / QR Disc
Rear Hub
Formula DC-25-8-R / QR Disc
Rims
Syncros X-20 Disc / 32H / black
Spokes
15G / stainless / black
Tires
Front: Kenda K1227 Booster / 26x2.4" / 30TPI, Rear: Kenda K1227 Booster / 26x2.4" / 30TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M276 / Hydr. Disc 160F/160R rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M276 short reach
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 50mm / +10° / 25.4mm clamp
Handlebar
Kids riser bar alloy 580mm / 20mm Rise Syncros Grips Kids100/80
Headset
Feimin FP-H807 1 1/8" Semi Int.
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Future Pro
Seatpost
Alloy / 31.6mm / 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 26" |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 616 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm |
| Stack | 551 mm |
| Reach | 374 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1036 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 38 mm |
| Standover Height | 664 mm |
| Wheels | 26" |
About this model
Contessa 26 completes the Scott 26 model. Scott launched 4 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Mountain bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Mountain bike is 616$. However, even though the average price of a Mountain bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 729$. If we compare this with the average Mountain bike cost we notice that the price is 18.34% more expensive.
Average weight for Mountain bikes
Mountain bikes have an average weight of 11.16 kg (24.6 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 13.2 kg (29.1 lbs), the Contessa 26 model is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Mountain bike weighs 18.28% less than Contessa 26.
Contessa 26 components
Fork
This bike has the Suntour XCE fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The Contessa 26 2023 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Contessa 26 has 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.