Rose SCRUB SC

The "SCRUB SC" model from Rose is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its robust components and precise workmanship. Priced at 3299 EUR, it offers excellent value for money for discerning riders.

The SCRUB SC’s frame is made from high-quality aluminium and features the ROSE SCRUB designation in the Vanilla M colour variant. The bike’s total weight is 17.9 kg, which is a good figure for a bike in this category.

Braking power is provided by the SRAM DB8 braking system with 4 pistons in matt black, which delivers reliable and powerful deceleration even on challenging terrain. The drivetrain is a 7-speed SRAM GX DH, also in black, which, together with the matching shifter, enables precise gear changes.

The RockShox ZEB Select+ fork, with 180 mm of travel and a 51 mm offset at the front, and the RockShox Vivid Ultimate rear shock with 225 mm of travel ensure optimum suspension and damping, which is particularly advantageous on fast descents and rough terrain.

The cassette is an SRAM PG720 DH with an 11–25-tooth range, also finished in black. The bike is supplied without pedals, allowing the rider to fit their preferred pair.

The handlebars are Reverse DB Lead, 790 mm wide with a 25 mm rise, combined with Reverse STAMP grips in black/black and a Reverse Black-One Enduro stem in black/grey with a diameter of 35 mm. This combination ensures stable and comfortable handling.

The tyres are Schwalbe Big Betty Perf. Bikepark in size 29''x2.4, fitted to a Sunringlé Duroc SD37 Comp wheelset. The rear wheel is 27.5", offering a good balance between stability and manoeuvrability.

The saddle is an SDG Bel-Air V3 in black, fitted to a grey Reverse seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm.

The bike’s geometry is well thought out: The reach is 435 mm, the stack 630 mm, the seat tube length 420 mm and the top tube length 595 mm. The head tube angle is 63–64 degrees and the seat tube angle 76 degrees. The head tube is 100 mm long, the chainstay length is 435 mm, the standover height is 719 mm and the wheelbase is 1233 mm. The bottom bracket height is 348 mm.

Overall, the Rose SCRUB SC is a well-equipped mountain bike designed specifically for downhill and enduro riding, which impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out geometry.