Scott Contessa Active 60 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
449$
Weight | 14.95 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical 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 Tubing OLD 135mm / BSA73 Internal shifting Cable Routing / replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCE28 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TY300 21 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY500-TS6 / 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF 41 L / 7R EZ-fire plus w/gear indicator
Cassette
Sunrace CSM40 7AV / 11-34T
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301 42x34x24 w/CG
Bottom Bracket
Feimin FP.B908N BB73 / square taper
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Feimin FP-803
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-19 FQR disc
Rear Hub
Formula DC-27A-7 RQR disc
Rims
Syncros X-20 Disc 32H / black
Spokes
14 G / stainless / black
Tires
Kenda Booster 2.4" / 30TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro SCM-02 mech. Disc 160F/160R rotor
Cockpit
Stem
TDS-C302-8FOV / 10° / 31.8 / Black
Handlebar
HL MTB-AL-312BT / 680mm / black / 12mm rise Syncros Women Pro grip
Headset
Ritchey LOGIC ZERO-OE
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Savona 2.5 V-Concept
Seatpost
HL SP C212 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 | 316 mm | 314 mm | 314 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 60 is a Scott Active model. Scott launched 24 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Scott Active bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Scott Contessa Active 60 2020 has a starting price of 449$. Scott Contessa Active 30 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 699$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 449$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 324.28% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Scott Contessa Active 60 it’s weighing 14.95 kg (32.96 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 20.56% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
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.
Contessa Active 60 components
Fork
The Contessa Active 60 comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Contessa Active 60 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Contessa Active 60 has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Contessa Active 60 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.