Scott Contessa Active 60

The "Contessa Active 60" model from Scott, released in 2022, is a versatile mountain bike that stands out for its solid spec and attractive value for money. Priced at 629 EUR, it offers reliable performance for both beginners and more experienced female riders.

The frame of the Contessa Active 60 is part of the Contessa Active 700/900 series and is made from lightweight yet robust 6061 alloy custom tubing. The frame features internal cable routing for the derailleurs and a replaceable derailleur hanger, which makes maintenance and repairs easier. The maximum rider weight is 128 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs in at 14 kg.

The frame geometry is designed for riders between 160 cm and 170 cm in height, making the bike ideal for a wide range of female riders. The Suntour XCE28 fork, with 100 mm of travel, provides comfortable suspension on uneven terrain.

For braking performance, the Contessa Active 60 is fitted with mechanical disc brakes from Tektro (SCM-02), which feature 160 mm brake discs at both the front and rear. The 21-speed drivetrain is supported by the Shimano Tourney RD-TY300 rear derailleur and the MicroShift FD-M20 front derailleur. The shift levers are Shimano ST-EF 41 L / 7R EZ-fire plus with an integrated gear indicator.

The bike’s drivetrain consists of a Prowheel TA-CQ01 crankset with 42x34x24 chainrings and a Sunrace CSM40 7AV cassette with a 11–34T range. The chain is a KMC Z7, which ensures reliable power transfer.

The Contessa Active 60’s cockpit is dominated by an HL MTB-AL-312BT handlebar with a width of 680 mm and a rise of 12 mm. The stem (TDS-C301-8FOV) is 50 mm long and has a 10-degree angle. The Syncros Savona 2.5 V-Concept saddle and the HL SP C207 seatpost (31.6 mm / 350 mm) offer comfort and adjustability.

The wheelsets consist of Syncros X-20 Disc rims with Formula hubs (DC-19 FQR Disc at the front and DC-27A 7s RQR Disc at the rear) and are fitted with Kenda Booster tyres (2.4" / 30TPI), which ensure good grip.

Further technical details include a reach of 420 mm, a stack of 575 mm, a seat tube length of 395 mm and a top tube length of 585 mm. The head tube angle is 68 degrees, the seat tube angle is 74 degrees, the head tube length is 100 mm, the chainstay length is 435 mm, the bottom bracket drop is 44 mm, the fork offset is also 44 mm, the top tube height is 704 mm, the fork installation height is 488 mm and the wheelbase measures 1115 mm in total. The bottom bracket height is 309 mm.

In summary, the Scott Contessa Active 60 offers a balanced combination of comfort, performance and versatility, making it an excellent choice for female riders looking for a reliable mountain bike at a fair price.