Scott Contessa Addict Gravel 15

The "Contessa Addict Gravel 15" model from Scott, released in 2022, is a high-quality gravel bike priced at 2799 EUR. It features a lightweight and robust frame made from Addict Gravel Disc HMF carbon, which has been specially designed for gravel riding. The frame features a replaceable derailleur hanger, internal cable routing and is compatible with the Syncros mudguard kit. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 120 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 8 kg.

The bike is suitable for riders between 175 cm and 185 cm in height. Braking performance is provided by Shimano BR-RX400 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear (Shimano SM-RT70 CL). The drivetrain consists of a Shimano GRX RD-RX810 with 22 speeds, combined with Shimano GRX ST-RX600 shift levers. The front derailleur is a Shimano GRX FD-RX810-F.

The bike’s fork is an Addict Gravel HMF Flatmount Disc with an eccentric carbon steerer tube ranging from 1 1/4" to 1 1/2". The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-RS500 PB, whilst the crankset is a Shimano GRX FC-RX600-11 with 46x30T. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG700 with an 11–34T range, and the drivetrain is powered by a Shimano CN-HG601-11 chain.

The handlebars are aluminium Syncros Creston 2.0 X with a diameter of 31.8 mm, combined with a Syncros RR2.0 stem (1 1/4" / four-bolt, 31.8 mm). The headset is an Acros AIF-1112. The stem length is 103 mm. The bike is fitted with Schwalbe G-ONE Bite Performance tyres in size 700x45C, mounted on Syncros RP2.0 Disc wheelsets. The saddle is a Syncros Celista 2.0 (V-Concept) Cutout, attached to a Syncros Duncan 1.0 Aero seatpost.

The bike’s geometry features a seat tube length of 546 mm, a top tube length of 579 mm, a head tube angle of 71 degrees and a seat tube angle of 73 degrees. The head tube length is 166 mm, the chainstay length is 425 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 71 mm. The fork offset is 50 mm, the top tube height is 828 mm and the fork installation height is 399 mm. The bike’s wheelbase is 1049 mm and the bottom bracket height is 283 mm.

Overall, the Scott Contessa Addict Gravel 15 offers a balanced combination of lightweight construction, stability and versatility, making it an excellent choice for discerning gravel riders.