With the new Addict RC, Scott has managed to make a real splash. After the appeal of the Swiss racing bike classic faded somewhat in recent years, partly due to the strong performance of the Foil, the new version is making a name for itself again. And how! After all, the top model is said to weigh just 5.9 kilograms, making it one of the lightest disc bikes in the world.
Facts & figures about the Scott Addict RC
- Weight of complete wheel: from 5.9 kilograms
- Frame/fork weight (HMX SL): 599/270 grams (size M, unpainted)
- Frame/fork weight (HMX): 650/295 grams (size M, unpainted)
- Stack/reach/STR: 565/403 millimetres/1.40 (size M)
- Max. Tyre clearance: 34 millimetres
- Frame sizes: 47, 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
- Prices: 4999 to 12,999 euros
The lightweight construction ranking of our sister magazine TOUR has recently been led by the highly exclusive Schmolke Leggerissima (5.4 kilos). Right behind it is the Scott Addict RC, which leaves bikes like the Benotti Fuoco Carbon Ultra (6.1 kilos), Specialized S-Works Aethos (6.2 kilos) or Giant TCR Advanced SL (6.5 kilos) behind it. Provided Scott's weight specification is correct, as we haven't yet weighed the new model in comparison to its competitors.
The fact that four of the five models were launched this year shows that there is clearly still a market for lightweight models. Aerodynamically optimised bikes dominate the professional circuit, as they are the faster alternative despite their higher weight. For ambitious climbers, however, climbing the mountains on an ultra-lightweight racer still has great appeal. And the Scott should do this quite well.
Weight reduction for all components
The basis of the new Scott Addict RC is a purist frameset that is designed to save unnecessary carbon or resin thanks to a precise manufacturing process. With the same high stiffness as its predecessor. Scott offers two frame qualities: For the SL version, which is used exclusively on the top model, the Swiss company quotes a weight of 599 grams. The fork is said to weigh 270 grams. Overall, the frameset is therefore 215 grams lighter than its predecessor. According to the manufacturer, the "normal" frameset of the Pro, 10, 20 and 30 is 76 grams heavier. All figures refer to unpainted components in frame size M.
Scott didn't just leave the weight tuning to the chassis, however, but also cut every component, no matter how small. From the new one-piece cockpit to the seatpost and the spacers: every component has been slimmed down and is intended to contribute to the formidable total weight of 5.9 kilograms. Scott did not disclose how light or heavy the other equipment variants are.
The top model, the Scott Addict RC Ultimate, also benefits from the exclusive full carbon wheels from Syncros. The Capital SL wheels with 40 millimetre high rims weigh just under 1200 grams and are therefore around 80 grams lighter than the Zipp 353 NSW, which were previously fitted to the top model. The brand new Aerothan tyres from Schwalbe and the new Sram Red AXS also helped Scott to develop one of the lightest competition bikes in the world. The carbon wheels in the more favourable equipment variants weigh around 80 grams more.
As a racer, the Scott Addict RC must of course also be measured by its aerodynamics. Scott simply states that the new model is twelve watts faster than the old one. The result is partly due to the new handlebar/stem unit, which is also supplied by Syncros and has a slight flare. The Swiss company did not provide a total result. Typically, lightweight specialists use around 220 watts to overcome their own 45 km/h air resistance. The old model, which TOUR tested shortly after its launch four years ago with flat wheels (Zipp 202 NSW), achieved 227 watts. With our fast reference wheels (Zipp 404), it improved by seven watts.
This means that the dividing line to the Foil RC remains very clear. The aero bike from the 2023 model year required 206 watts in our wind tunnel test and is therefore still significantly faster than the Scott Addict RC. On the other hand, the new model clearly stands out on the scales. For the version with Zipp 454 NSW and old Red AXS, which is no longer available, we measured 7.2 kilograms.
A new carbon seat post with integrated clamp is responsible for the necessary suspension comfort, one of the great strengths of the previous versions. By moving this inside the frame, the walls of the seat tube can be kept thinner, which should result in more flex overall. As with the Foil RC, a rear light can be clipped into the seat post. The top versions Pro and Ultimate do not have this additional function. To save weight, of course.
A practical addition is a Torx spanner hidden in the handlebar end, which can be used to make the most necessary adjustments on the go. Like Canyon, Scott has opted for a uniform bolt standard (T25) on the new Aeroad. The stem, handlebars, seatpost, seat clamp and bottle cage can be adjusted and fitted using the integrated tool.
Equipment and prices of the Scott Addict RC
Five equipment variants are available for the market launch. All models are equipped with electronic gear groups from Shimano (105, Ultegra, Dura-Ace) or Sram (Red). The SL frame is reserved for the top model. The two entry-level models come with a handlebar/stem combination, while Scott has given all other versions the new one-piece cockpit. With race-orientated geometry, the Addict RC is aimed at trained riders. The prices: The basic model starts at 4999 euros, the high-end version costs a whopping 12999 euros.
Scott Addict RC Ultimate
- Drive/gear shift: Sram Red AXS (2x12; 46/33, 10-33 t.; Powermeter)
- Brakes: Sram AM Red HRD (160/140 millimetres)
- Impellers: Syncros Capital SL 40
- Tyres: Schwalbe Aerothan TLE (28 millimetres)
- Price: 12,999 Euro
Scott Addict RC Pro
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 (2x12; 52/36, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano Dura-Ace (160/140 millimetres)
- Impellers: Syncros Capital 1.0 S 40
- Tyres: Schwalbe Pro One TLE (30 millimetres)
- Price: 8699 Euro
Scott Addict RC 10
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (2x12; 52/36, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano Ultegra (160/140 millimetres)
- Impellers: Syncros Capital 1.0 S 40
- Tyres: Schwalbe One TLE (30 millimetres)
- Price: 6699 Euro
Scott Addict RC 20
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (2x12; 52/36, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano Ultegra (160/140 millimetres)
- Impellers: Syncros Capital 1.0 40
- Tyres: Schwalbe One TLE (30 millimetres)
- Price: 5999 Euro
Scott Addict RC 30
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano 105 Di2 (2x12; 52/36, 11-34 t.)
- Brakes: Shimano 105 (160/140 millimetres)
- Impellers: Syncros Capital 1.0 40
- Tyres: Schwalbe One TLE (30 millimetres)
- Price: 4999 Euro
Julian Schultz
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