Scott Scale 970 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,499$
Weight | 13.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Judy Silver TK
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Groupset NX Eagle, SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Scale Alloy 6061 Custom Butted Tubing Boost QR 5x141mm / Tapered Headtube / BB92 Internal Cable Routing / replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox Judy Silver TK Solo Air 46mm offset / Tapered Steerer / Reb. Adj. Lockout / 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle 12 Speed
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle Trigger
Cassette
SRAM SX-PG1210 / 11-50 T
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle DUB Boost 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB PF 92 MTB / shell 41x92mm
Chain
SRAM CN SX Eagle
Pedals
Femin FP873ZU
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CL-51
Rear Hub
Formula CL-2241 / QR 5x141mm
Rims
Syncros / 32H
Spokes
Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm
Tires
Front: Maxxis Rekon Race / 2.25" / 60TPI, Rear: Maxxis Rekon Race / 2.25" / 60TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Syncros Alloy 6061 oversized 31.8mm / 1 1/8" / 6° angle
Handlebar
Syncros Alloy 6061 T shape Flat / 9° / 740mm
Headset
Syncros OE Press Fit E2 / Tapered 1.5"-1 1/8" OD 50/62mm / ID 44/56mm
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Belcarra Regular 2.5
Seatpost
Syncros / 31.6x400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm |
| Front Center | 658 mm | 684 mm | 704 mm | 725 mm | 777 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 62 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 85 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 612.3 mm | 612.3 mm | 626.4 mm | 635.7 mm | 645.1 mm |
| Reach | 403.8 mm | 428.8 mm | 444.7 mm | 462 mm | 499.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 582 mm | 607 mm | 627 mm | 647 mm | 667 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099 mm | 1125 mm | 1145 mm | 1166 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 755 mm | 783 mm | 812 mm | 847 mm | 881 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Scale 970 is a Scott Scale model. Scott launched 183 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Scott Scale RC Walker 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 315$. Scott Scale RC World Cup AXS 2022 on the other hand costs 7856$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1499$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 27.08% lower.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
Scale 970 weighs 13.2 kg (29.1 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 6.45% less than Scale 970.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The Scale 970 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Scale 970 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.