Scott Foil RC 10

The 2023 "Foil RC 10" model from Scott is a state-of-the-art road bike that stands out for its advanced technology and high-quality components. Priced at 6599 EUR, it is aimed at ambitious riders who value performance and quality.

The Foil RC 10’s frame is made from FOIL RC Disc HMX material and features a road race geometry. The design includes a replaceable derailleur hanger and internal cable routing, which ensures a clean look and improved aerodynamics. The maximum rider weight is 120 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 7 kg, making it one of the lighter models in its class.

The bike is optimised for riders between 175 cm and 185 cm in height. Both the front and rear brakes are fitted with Shimano BR-R8170 hydraulic disc brakes, which ensure reliable braking performance. Both brake discs have a diameter of 160 mm (Shimano RT-CL800).

The Foil RC 10’s gear system is fully electronic. It is fitted with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150, a 24-speed electronic gear system. The shift levers are also of the Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 type, enabling precise and rapid gear changes. The front derailleur is a Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8150.

The fork is made from FOIL Disc HMX material and features an eccentric carbon steerer tube with a diameter of 1 inch. The bottom bracket is a Shimano SM-BB71-41B, whilst the crankset consists of a Shimano Ultegra FC-R8100 Hollowtech II with 52x36 teeth. The cassette is a Shimano Ultegra CS-R8100-12 with a 11-30 gear range, and the chain is a Shimano CN-M8100-12.

The Foil RC 10’s handlebars are Syncros Creston 1.0 Aero, paired with a Syncros RR 1.5 Aero stem, which has a length of 110 mm. The headset is an Acros AIF-1138. The wheelset consists of Syncros Capital 1.0 50 Disc wheels, each with 24 spokes at the front and rear. The tyres are Schwalbe ONE Race-Guard Fold, sized 700x25C at the front and 700x28C at the rear.

The saddle is a Syncros Belcarra V-Concept 2.0, mounted on a Syncros Duncan SL Aero CFT seatpost. The bike’s gross weight is just 15 g.

The frame geometry comprises a reach of 395 mm, a stack of 568 mm, a seat tube length of 542 mm and a top tube length of 565 mm. The head tube angle is 73 degrees, as is the seat tube angle. The head tube length is 161 mm, the chainstay length is 412 mm, and the bottom bracket drop is 70 mm. The fork offset is 45 mm, the fork top height is 373 mm, and the wheelbase measures 1000 mm in total. The bottom bracket height is 275 mm.

In summary, the 2023 Scott Foil RC 10 offers an impressive combination of lightweight construction, advanced technology and precision craftsmanship, making it an excellent choice for serious road cyclists.