It's often the little things that add that certain something. And the "Ransom" has a whole host of these small but helpful details to offer. For example, the Maverick support with automatic height adjustment. This means you no longer have to stop to lower the saddle. A quick pull on the lever, saddle down and off you go. Equally ingenious: the "Traction Control" lever on the handlebars, with which the rear suspension can be locked or made significantly firmer for climbing. Details that you would wish for on every enduro bike. However, there were still some minor complaints. For example, the saddle tilt adjustment of the seat post slipped several times under load. The Scott climbs relatively well due to the adjustment options of the rear triangle and the central, absolutely touring-suitable riding position, although the high weight and the fiddly fork drop of the "55 ATA" reduce the joy of propulsion. One reason for the high weight is the mid-range components and the high frame/shock weight. The "Ransom" counters steep descents with a distinctly smooth ride (66° steering angle and long wheelbase) and a decent amount of travel (170 millimetres). On twisty trails, however, more physical effort is required.
CONCLUSIONS: The "Ransom 30" is an enduro bike with a wide range of uses and scores points both uphill and downhill. Useful adjustment options such as the Maverick support and "Traction Control" ensure optimum ease of use.
TUNING TIP: Fine-tune the shocks and fit wider handlebars.
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