Scott Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
1,999$
Weight | 9.94 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Speedster Gravel Disc / D.Butted 6061 Alloy Endurance geometry / Integrated Headtube
Suspension Fork
Speedster Gravel Carbon Disc 1 1/8"-1 1/4" Carbon steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RD-RX810 22 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX FD-RX810-F
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX ST-RX600 Disc 22 Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG700 11-34
Crank
Shimano GRX FC-RX600-11 46x30T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-RS500
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula Team II CL Disc 28 H
Rear Hub
Formula Team II CL Disc 28 H
Rims
Syncros Race 24 Disc 28 Front / 28 Rear
Spokes
SHA-DAR Black 2mm
Tires
Schwalbe G-One Allround 700x35C
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-RX400 Hyd Disc
Disk Rotors
Shimano SM-RT70 CL rotor 160/F and 160/R
Cockpit
Stem
JD ST123A Alloy 1 1/8" / four Bolt 31.8mm
Handlebar
Syncros Creston 2.0 Flare Alloy 31.8mm
Headset
Integrated Steel Cup tapered
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Savona 2.5 (V-Concept) Channel
Seatpost
Syncros RR2.5 27.2/300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 282 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm |
| Front Center | 560 mm | 567 mm | 569 mm | 574 mm | 579 mm |
| Stack | 518.7 mm | 529.9 mm | 552.5 mm | 573.3 mm | 594.3 mm |
| Reach | 368.6 mm | 375.5 mm | 379.3 mm | 383.2 mm | 386.6 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 507 mm | 517 mm | 532 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 111 mm | 121 mm | 141 mm | 161 mm | 181 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 975 mm | 981 mm | 983 mm | 988 mm | 993 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 727 mm | 743 mm | 769 mm | 789 mm | 809 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 belongs to the Scott Speedster model. 100 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Scott Speedster bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Scott Speedster 50 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 699$. On the other hand, Scott Speedster Gravel 10 2021, is the most expensive and costs 2499$.
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 Gravel bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, you could also get a good Gravel bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1999$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 23.16% smaller.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 weighs 9.94 kg (21.91 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 22.26% lower than this one.
Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Scott Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.