Although the Scott Addict Gravel is the longest-running bike in our test, it is by no means an old hand. Gravel motorways are the Scott gravel bike's preferred terrain. This is where the torsionally stiff bike shows off its extreme smoothness and is confidence-inspiringly safe on the track at top speed. The dynamics of the top model, which is now known as the Addict Gravel RC, the test bike doesn't quite come close due to its higher weight and somewhat slower tyres.
Sporty seating position, low comfort
The riding position is sporty, but other manufacturers are now going further and focussing on more aggressive geometries. The low level of comfort is worthy of criticism. Both the handlebars and the saddle are uncomfortable on bumpy roads. As the tyre clearance has already been exhausted, a tubeless setup with low air pressure remains as a tuning measure. However, this makes the gravel bike even more sluggish around bends than it already is.
The Scott is the only model equipped with a road groupset including a double crankset. The gear range is therefore wide, and the gear reduction in the lowest gear means that even steep climbs can be mastered easily. The Addict Gravel 10 also offers plenty of room for manoeuvre when adjusting the position thanks to the classic handlebar/stem combination. Mounting points for fixed mudguards equip the gravel bike for riding in the rain. A small bag or toolbox can also be bolted to the frame. The Swiss company offers a total of six equipment variants (2599 to 9999 euros). These include a women's model called Contessa, which differs from the other Addict models due to its shorter stem.
Facts & figures about the Scott Addict Gravel 10
- Price: 6599 Euro
- Weight of complete bike: 8.6 kilos
- Frame sizes: 49, 52, 54, 56, 58 (test size greased)
- TOUR grade: 2.0
Geometry
- Seat/top/head tube: 515/550/141 millimetres
- Stack/Reach/STR: 578/380 millimetres/1.52
- Stack+/Reach+/STR+: 635/556 millimetres/1.14
- Wheelbase/caster: 1030/73 millimetres
Equipment
- Drivetrain/gear system: Sram Force AXS (2x12; 46/33, 10-36 t.) | Grade: 1.0
- Brakes: Sram Force (160/160 mm) | Grade: 1.5
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One Bite 45 mm (eff.: 43 mm) | Grade: 1.0
- Wheels: Fulcrum Rapid Red Carbon
- Wheel weights: 1573/1938 grams (front/rear)
Advantages and disadvantages
- Plus: Very rigid frame set, easy to maintain, wide range of gears
- Minus: hard tuned, relatively heavy
Julian Schultz
Editor
