Scott Contessa Speedster 25 disc

The "Contessa Speedster 25 disc" model from Scott from 2022 is a versatile and robust bike that is characterised by its high-quality workmanship and well thought-out features. It is available at a price of EUR 1199 and is aimed at female riders between 150 cm and 160 cm tall.

The frame of the bike is made of Speedster Disc / 6061 D.Butted Alloy, which is known for its durability and lightness. With endurance geometry and integrated cable routing, the frame not only offers an attractive appearance, but also optimum comfort and efficiency on long rides. It is also compatible with the Syncros Fender Kit, which allows additional flexibility in terms of equipment. The permissible total weight is 120 kg, while the bike itself weighs just 10 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Tektro MD-C511 mechanical disc brakes, which are equipped with Tektro TR-160-35 brake discs (160 mm) at both the front and rear. These brakes provide reliable and consistent braking power in a variety of conditions.

The gearing of the Contessa Speedster 25 disc consists of Shimano Sora components. The Shimano Sora RD-R3000-GS front derailleur and the Shimano Sora FD-R3000 front derailleur offer a total of 18 gears, which are controlled via the Shimano Sora ST-R3000 Dual Control shifters. The crankset is a Shimano Compact FC-R345 with a 50x34 T gear ratio, supplemented by a Shimano CS-HG400 cassette with 9 gears (11-34T) and a KMC X9 chain.

The bike's fork is a Speedster HMF Disc with an eccentric carbon steerer (1 1/4"-1 1/2"), which ensures precise steering and low weight. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-ES300, which is known for its reliability.

The handlebar is a Syncros RR2.0 S-Compact with a diameter of 31.8 mm, combined with a Syncros RR2.5 stem (73 mm length). The headset is an Acros AIF-1113, which ensures smooth steering. The rims are Syncros Race 24 with 28 spokes front and rear, fitted with Schwalbe Lugano tyres in size 700x32C. The hubs are Formula Team II CL Disc 28 H, which together with the black 2mm spokes ensure a stable and durable wheel construction.

The saddle is a Syncros Savona 2.5 (V-Concept) Channel, which is mounted on a Syncros RR2.5 seatpost (27.2/350mm) and offers a high level of comfort.

The geometric data of the bike includes a reach of 376 mm, a stack of 518 mm, a seat tube length of 470 mm and a top tube length of 515 mm. The head tube angle is 71 degrees, the seat tube angle is 75 degrees and the head tube length is 93 mm. The chainstay length is 425 mm, the bottom bracket drop is 70 mm, the fork pre-bend is 45 mm, the standover height is 735 mm, the fork height is 395 mm and the wheelbase is 1002 mm. The bottom bracket height is 275 mm.

To summarise, the Scott Contessa Speedster 25 disc offers a good balance of comfort, performance and reliability, ideal for riders looking for a versatile and high-quality bike.