Scott Contessa Speedster Gravel 15

The "Contessa Speedster Gravel 15" model from Scott, released in 2021, is a versatile gravel bike designed for discerning female riders. Priced at 1,699 EUR, it offers excellent value for money. The frame is made from Speedster Gravel Disc / D.Butted 6061 aluminium and features endurance geometry and an integrated head tube, ensuring stability and comfort on long rides. The bike’s total weight is 9 kg, making it a light and manoeuvrable companion on a wide variety of surfaces.

The braking system consists of Shimano BR-RX400 hydraulic disc brakes, combined with a Shimano SM-RT70 CL 160 mm front brake disc, ensuring reliable braking power in all weather conditions. The bike is fitted with the Shimano GRX RD-RX810 22-speed system, which enables precise and smooth gear changes. The shift levers are also by Shimano (GRX ST-RX600 Disc, 22-speed), making operation intuitive and efficient. The front derailleur is a Shimano GRX FD-RX810-F, which reliably guides the chain onto the desired chainring combination.

The bike’s fork is a Speedster Gravel Carbon Disc with a tapered carbon steerer tube (1 1/8"–1 1/4"), which dampens vibrations and thus enhances riding comfort. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-RS500, and the crankset consists of a Shimano GRX FC-RX600-11 with 46x30T chainrings. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG700 with an 11–34 tooth range, offering a wide gear ratio range for various types of terrain. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC X11 chain.

The handlebars are aluminium Syncros Creston 2.0 Flare with a diameter of 31.8 mm, allowing for an ergonomic hand position. The stem is a JD ST123A made of aluminium, also with a diameter of 31.8 mm and a four-bolt clamp. The headset consists of integrated steel cups with a tapered design.

The wheelsets comprise Syncros Race 24 Disc rims, each with 28 spokes at the front and rear. The tyres are Schwalbe G-One Allround in size 700x35C, which provide good grip and low rolling resistance on a wide variety of surfaces. The hubs are Formula Team II CL Disc, each with 28 holes at the front and rear, and the spokes are SHA-DAR Black 2 mm.

The saddle is a Syncros Savona 2.5 (V-Concept) Channel, which offers comfort on long rides. The seatpost is a Syncros RR2.5 measuring 27.2/300mm.

Overall, the Scott Contessa Speedster Gravel 15 offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and versatility, ideal for female riders who want to ride both on the road and off the beaten track.