Scott's marathon racing bike Addict has always been one of the sportier representatives of its class. It was not only the name that evoked associations with the Addict RC competition model. The frame was also visually orientated towards the shapes of the lightweight racer. The geometry is more stretched than average and the suspension is stiff, which is how the bike used to fit in with the competition. This is now changing with the latest development stage, in which the Addict is more consistently orientated towards long-distance use and a high level of comfort. Riding comfort as the primary development goal can be seen in the modified tube shapes. The Addict has an independent look and stands out visibly from its sporty brother. The tapered seat tube, filigree top tube and low-set seat stays are designed to give the bike significantly better suspension. In addition, there are thicker tyres; all Addict equipment variants roll on voluminous 34-millimetre tyres ex works. The frame and fork allow for up to 38 millimetres, which should make the bike feel comfortable off the beaten track. The geometry has also been revised and emphasises its character as a comfortable touring road bike.
Scott Addict 10: Comfort is a given
Anyone taking a seat on the Addict will find a riding position that is exceptionally comfortable, even in the endurance bike category: the handlebars are enthroned far above the front wheel and almost the entire weight is shifted to the saddle. Expressed in figures, the stack/reach ratio, which is a measure of a stretched or upright riding position, has increased significantly from 1.54 to 1.63.
This means that the bike slips from the sporty end to the comfortable end of the spectrum in its category. Nevertheless, the Addict is well balanced. Powerful acceleration manoeuvres are not its greatest strength in this position, but once the bike is rolling, it is a lot of fun to ride. The steering is balanced and by no means boring. You can pedal straight ahead for hours on the bike without having to pay much attention to the direction of travel, but you can also take corners quickly. The Addict follows the specified track in a lively and predictable manner. The suspension absorbs bumps well, even when leaned over, yet fast cornering feels precise and not at all doughy.
It's like driving on a carpet
The comfort of the bike is indeed remarkable. Coming from a classic road racing bike, riding the Addict feels like rolling over a fluffy carpet. The frame set with the carbon seat post recessed at the rear, which it shares with the Addict RC, certainly plays a part in this. The measured values in the TOUR lab confirm this, with the Addict earning top marks. The bike also offers good suspension at the front. The impression is reinforced by a saddle with a very compliant shell and the tyres, which are wide even for the endurance bike category and can be ridden with correspondingly low air pressure. However, the tyres are by no means stiff, in fact they roll extremely well. This should apply to all versions, as the seat post and Schwalbe tyres are even fitted to the entry-level version.
Drive and wheel: a perfect match!
The new SRAM Force also fits perfectly with the demands of a comfort racer, and the Addict 10 is the only bike with a power meter. Operation is simple, the brakes are powerful and the brake levers are comfortable. This also applies to the saddle and the comfortable handlebars; after just a few kilometres we had the impression that we could spend hours on the bike without any pain. This is complemented by a suitable gearbox; with the slight reduction in first gear, even long climbs are no problem. To emphasise its suitability for long distances, Scott has equipped the Addict with practical little helpers: A storage compartment in the down tube is accessible from the underside.
Although it sits directly in the slipstream of the front wheel and is exposed to water and dirt, the flap with twist lock at least looks solid. A custom-fit bag can be attached to two screw threads in the front frame triangle and a rear light fits into the recess in the seat post. Both are offered as optional accessories. The mini-tool in the handlebar end supplied as standard and the standardised bolts are clever: all important bolts, from the thru axles to the bottle cage and handlebar clamp, can be operated with a Torx tool. The entry-level model is the Addict 50 for 2399 euros with mechanical Shimano 105 and aluminium wheels, weighing in at nine kilograms. Carbon rims are part of the package from the Addict 30 with 105 Di2 (3799 euros, 8.5 kilograms). A higher carbon quality is only available on the Addict 10 tested and the top Premium model, which is said to weigh around 7.4 kilograms with Dura-Ace gears and the carbon cockpit of the Addict RC. The price for this is 7499 euros.
Scott Addict 10: Info & rating
- Price: 6399 Euro
- Weight of complete wheel: 7.9 kilos
- Frame sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
- TOUR grade: 1,7
Geometry
- Seat/top/head tube: 515/560/180 millimetres
- Stack/Reach/STR: 617/378 millimetres/1.63
- Stack+/Reach+/STR+: 680/562 millimetres/1.21
- Wheelbase/caster: 1014/60 millimetres
Equipment
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Force AXS /46/33, 10-36 teeth) | Note: 1,0
- Brakes: SRAM Force HRD (160/160 millimetres | Note: 1,0
- Tyres: Schwalbe One 34 millimetre | Note: 1,5
- Impellers: Fulcrum WIND 42 DB
- Impeller weights: 1394/1803 grammes
Measured values
- Weight of complete wheel: 7890 g | Note: 3,0
- Driving stability: 8.15 N/mm | Note: 1,7
- Rear comfort: 70 N/mm | Note: 1,0
- Comfort front: 84 N/mm | Note: 2,3
- Ride/ bottom bracket stiffness: 62 N/mm | Note: 1,0
Scott Addict 10Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages
extremely comfortable, many sizes, power meter, clever additional solutions
Disadvantages
No tubeless tyres ex works
How TOUR tests
Jens Klötzer
Editor
