Scott Contessa Addict RC 15

The 2021 "Contessa Addict RC 15" model from the Scott brand is a high-quality road bike that is characterised by its advanced technology and low weight of just 7 kg. The frame of the bike is made of Addict RC Disc HMX material and is specially designed for road racing. It features road race geometry as well as a replaceable derailleur hanger and internal cable routing for a clean and aerodynamic appearance.

The bike is equipped with Shimano BR-R8070 hydraulic disc brakes, with the front brake disc measuring Shimano SM-RT800 CL with a diameter of 160 mm. Shifting is provided by the Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8050-SS 22-speed electronic shifting system. The shift levers are also from Shimano Ultegra (ST-R8070) and offer precise electronic shifting. The front derailleur is a Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8050, also with electronic shifting function.

The fork of the Contessa Addict RC 15 is made of Addict RC HMX material with a flatmount disc and an eccentric carbon steerer that runs from 1 1/4" to 1 1/2". The bottom bracket is a Shimano SM-BB72-41B, while the crankset consists of a Shimano Ultegra FC-R8000 Hollowtech II with 50x34 teeth. The sprocket is a Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 with a gradation of 11-30.

The drivetrain is completed by the Shimano Ultegra CN-HG701-11 chain. The steering system includes a Syncros Creston iC 1.5 Compact handlebar made of aluminium and a Syncros RR iC stem with a diameter of 1 1/4". The headset is a Syncros Addict RC Integrated model.

The tyres are Schwalbe ONE Race-Guard Fold in size 700x28C, which provide excellent grip and rolling resistance. The wheelset consists of Syncros Capital 1.0 35 Disc with 24 spokes front and rear and Syncros Thru-Axle Plug-In.

The saddle is a Syncros Celista 1.5 (V-Concept) Cutout, which ensures a high level of comfort, and the seatpost is a Syncros Duncan 1.0 Aero. The Contessa Addict RC 15 is priced at EUR 5599, making it an attractive option for ambitious road cyclists who value quality and performance.