Scott Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
1,490$
Weight | 11.48 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Speedster Gravel Disc / D.Butted 6061 Alloy SCOTT Gravel geometry / Replaceable Derailleur Hanger Internal cable routing Syncros fender kit ready
Suspension Fork
Speedster Gravel Alloy Flatmount Disc 1 1/4"-1 1/2" Eccentric Alloy steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Claris RD-R2000-GS 16 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris FD-R2000
Shift Levers
Shimano Claris ST-R2000 Dual control 16 Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG50 8 Speed 11-34T
Crank
Shimano Claris FC-RS200 50x34T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN300
Chain
KMC X8
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
Black 2mm
Tires
Schwalbe G-ONE Bite Performance 700x40C
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-C511 Mech.Disc
Disk Rotors
Tektro TR-160-35 rotor 160/F and 160/R
Cockpit
Stem
Syncros RR2.5 1 1/4" / four Bolt 31.8mm
Handlebar
Syncros Creston 2.0 X Alloy 31.8mm
Headset
Acros AIF-1113
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Savona 2.5 (V-Concept) Channel
Seatpost
Syncros RR2.5 27.2/350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm | 283 mm |
| Front Center | 595 mm | 602 mm | 613 mm | 616 mm | 627 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 521 mm | 530.4 mm | 549.2 mm | 572 mm | 590.9 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 380 mm | 384 mm | 389 mm | 394 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 514.3 mm | 525 mm | 538.5 mm | 558.5 mm | 573.2 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 470 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 93 mm | 103 mm | 123 mm | 143 mm | 163 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1021 mm | 1028 mm | 1039 mm | 1046 mm | 1058 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Standover Height | 749 mm | 764 mm | 788 mm | 808 mm | 827 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 belongs to the Scott Speedster model. There are 100 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Scott Speedster bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Scott Speedster 50 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 887$. Scott Speedster Gravel 10 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 3078$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, you could also get a good Gravel bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 1379$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 price is 78.54% smaller than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes weigh an average of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 11.48 kg (25.31 lbs), the Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 model is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Gravel bike weighs 41.21% less than Contessa Speedster Gravel 35.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Scott Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 2022, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Contessa Speedster Gravel 35 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.