Scott Aspect 950 yellow

The "Aspect 950 yellow" model from Scott, released in 2024, is a versatile mountain bike that stands out for its robust construction and well-thought-out features. The frame is part of the Aspect 900-700 series and is made from lightweight yet robust 6061 alloy custom tubing. With a maximum load capacity of 128 kg and a kerb weight of 14 kg, the bike offers a good balance between stability and lightness.

The bike is suitable for riders between 160 cm and 170 cm in height. The front and rear Tektro HDM275 hydraulic disc brakes, fitted with 160 mm rotors, ensure reliable braking power in a variety of conditions. The gear system consists of an 18-speed Shimano Altus RD-M2000 system, operated via Shimano SL-M2010 shift levers featuring R-Fire Plus technology and a gear indicator. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M2020-TS with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The Suntour XCT30-HLO fork offers 100 mm of travel and features a hydraulic lockout function, allowing it to be adapted to different types of terrain. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-MT500 with Hollowtech II technology and a threaded design. The crankset is a PROWHEEL RAID-501-TT in a 2-piece design with 36x22 teeth. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG200-9 with 11–36T, and the drivetrain is supported by a KMC X9 chain.

The handlebars and stem are both by Syncros; the handlebars have a width of 720 mm, a rise of 12 mm and a backsweep of 9 degrees. The stem is 60 mm long and has an angle of 7 degrees. The Syncros X-20 Disc rims with 32 spokes are fitted to both the front and rear wheels and are fitted with 2.4" Kenda Booster tyres.

The hubs are from Formula, with the front hub being the DC-19 FQR Disc model and the rear hub the DC-25 8s RQR Disc model. The saddle is a Syncros 3.0, as is the seatpost, which has a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 350 mm.

The bike’s geometry comprises a seat tube length of 395 mm, a top tube length of 585 mm, a head tube angle of 69 degrees, a seat tube angle of 74 degrees, a head tube length of 100 mm, a chainstay length of 450 mm, a bottom bracket drop of 60 mm, a fork offset of 51 mm, a top tube height of 771 mm, a fork installation height of 501 mm, a wheelbase of 1090 mm and a bottom bracket height of 316 mm.

The Scott Aspect 950 yellow is priced at 799 EUR, making it an attractive option for beginners and advanced riders looking for a reliable and well-equipped mountain bike.