Scott Contessa Active 50

The 2022 "Contessa Active 50" model from Scott combines reliable technology with a well-thought-out design, priced at 699 EUR. The frame is part of the Contessa Active 700/900 series and is made from robust 6061 alloy custom tubing. This frame features internal cable routing for the gears and is fitted with a replaceable derailleur hanger. The maximum rider weight is 128 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 14 kg.

The bike is suitable for female riders between 180 cm and 190 cm in height. Braking performance is provided by Tektro HDM276 hydraulic disc brakes, complemented by 160 mm brake discs on both the front and rear wheels. The derailleur consists of a Shimano Tourney RD-TX800 with 16 speeds, operated via Shimano SL-M315 shift levers, which are fitted with a gear indicator. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M315-TS with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The Suntour XCE28 suspension fork offers 100 mm of travel, ensuring a comfortable ride over varied terrain. The pedals are Feimin FP-873-ZU, whilst the bottom bracket is a Feimin FP.B908N BB73 with a square taper. The crankset is a Prowheel TM-CY01 with a 36x22-tooth configuration and a chain guard. The cassette is a Sunrace CSM55 8AV with a 11–34T range, and the drivetrain uses a KMC Z8.3 chain.

The handlebars are 680 mm wide and have a 12 mm rise. They are black and are the HL MTB-AL-312BT model. The grips are Syncros Women Pro Grips, and the TDS-C301-8FOV stem has a 10-degree angle and a length of 60 mm. The headset is a Syncros OE Press Fit with dimensions of 1 1/8", OD 50 mm and ID 44 mm.

The rims are Syncros X-20 Disc with 32 spoke holes in black, and the tyres are Kenda Booster with a width of 2.4" and a TPI of 30. The hubs are by Formula: the DC-19 FQR Disc model at the front and the DC-25 8s RQR Disc model at the rear. The spokes are made of stainless steel and are also black.

The saddle is a Syncros Savona 2.5 V-Concept, mounted on an HL SP C207 seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 350 mm, finished in black. The bike has a gross weight of 19 g.

The bike’s geometry comprises a reach of 431 mm, a stack of 622 mm, a seat tube length of 480 mm and a top tube length of 615 mm. The head tube angle is 69 degrees, the seat tube angle is 74 degrees, and the head tube length measures 120 mm. The chainstay length is 450 mm, the bottom bracket drop is 60 mm, the fork offset is 51 mm, the standover height is 777 mm, the fork installation height is 501 mm and the wheelbase is 1123 mm in total. The bottom bracket height is 316 mm.

In summary, the 2022 Scott Contessa Active 50 offers solid specifications at an attractive price and is particularly suitable for female riders who value reliability and comfort.