Future Pro Ransom is the name of the new children's mountain bike from Scott. This is not just a shrunken version of the Ransombut a completely new development. The relationship to the big Enduro brother is still clearly recognisable at first glance. The aluminium frame has been adapted to the needs of smaller and lighter riders and integrates the rider centrally in the bike. A flat steering angle and a low bottom bracket ensure safe cornering. For more control, the head tube is short so that young bikers have enough pressure on the front wheel.
From 24 to 26 inches via flipchip
The children's enduro bike is available in two sizes, whereby the frame is identical in both sizes. The differences lie in the wheel sizes, crank arm lengths and handlebar widths. While the Ransom 400 is equipped with 24-inch wheels, short cranks and narrower handlebars, the Ransom 600 rolls on 26-inch wheels, longer cranks and slightly wider handlebars. The frame is compatible with both wheel sizes thanks to a flip chip.
The 24-inch version of the Future Pro Ransom costs 1699 euros. The 26-inch model costs 1799 euros. A lot of money for a children's bike. However, the bike can easily be adapted from 24 inches to 26 inches using a flip chip. This "one frame - two wheelsizes" concept is already familiar from the Ransom. Depending on your preference, you can switch between 29" and 27.5" wheels. This means that the bike grows with your child and they can enjoy the same bike for longer.
With 130 millimetres of travel at the rear, 140 millimetres at the suspension fork and a modern geometry, the Future Pro Ransom should offer optimum conditions for outrunning the parents on demanding routes. The chassis has been specially adapted for lightweight riders. According to the manufacturer, the 26-inch version should weigh a hefty 13.9 kilos. So that the climbs don't turn into torture Scott the Ransom 400 and 600 equipped with a Vario seat post with 80 millimetre stroke and 1x11 Deore gears from Shimano. This means you can also go on longer tours with your parents
Facts about the Scott Ransom 400/600
- Frame size: One-size aluminium frame
- Wheel size: 24'' or 26'' customisable via flipchip
- Gear system: Shimano Deore RD-M5100 (1x11 gears)
- Suspension fork: X-Fusion Slant RC 26 (140 mm)
- Shock: X-Fusion02 Pro R Trunnion (130 mm)
- Weight (manufacturer's specification): 13.9 kg (26'') / 13.5 kg (24'')
- Price: 1799 Euro (Ransom 600) / 1699 Euro (Ransom 400)
The geometry of the Scott Ransom 400/600 at a glance
A slack steering angle, a low bottom bracket and a low standover height promise good handling characteristics on demanding trails and in bends.
