Scott Contessa Active 40 Cu blue

The "Contessa Active 40 Cu blue" model from Scott, released in 2024, is a versatile mountain bike that stands out for its solid spec and attractive value for money. Priced at 799 EUR, the bike offers numerous high-quality components and a well-thought-out geometry that is suitable for both beginners and advanced riders.

The bike’s frame is part of the Contessa Active 700/900 series and is made from a special alloy, Alloy 6061 Custom Tubing. It has a 135 mm OLD and a BSA73 bottom bracket. The internal cable routing ensures a clean, tidy look and protects the shift cables from external damage. A replaceable derailleur hanger offers additional flexibility and ease of maintenance.

The Tektro hydraulic disc brakes (model HDM276) provide reliable braking power at both the front and rear. Both brake discs have a diameter of 160 mm and are fitted with a 6-bolt mounting. Gear changes are handled by the Shimano CUES RD-U4000-GS with Shadow Type technology, which offers a total of 9 gears. The Shimano CUES SL-U4000-9 shift lever enables precise and rapid gear selection with a 2-way release function.

The Suntour XCT30-HLO suspension fork, with 100 mm of travel and a hydraulic lockout, ensures a comfortable ride. The Shimano CUES FC-U4000-1 crankset with 32 teeth and the Shimano CUES CS-LG400-9 (11-46T) offer a wide gear range which, combined with the KMC X11 chain, ensures efficient propulsion.

The Syncros 3.0 handlebars are 680 mm wide, with a 12 mm rise and a 9-degree backsweep, enabling an ergonomic riding position. The stem, also by Syncros, is 60 mm long and has a 7-degree angle. The Syncros X-20 Disc rims are fitted with 32 spokes, and the tyres are Kenda Booster with a width of 2.4" and a TPI of 30, ensuring good grip and stability.

Further features include the Formula DC-19 FQR Disc front hub and the Formula DC-25 8s RQR Disc rear hub. The Syncros Savona 2.5 V-Concept saddle and the Syncros 3.0 seatpost (diameter 31.6 mm, length 350 mm) provide additional comfort.

The bike has a gross weight of 19,540 g and is suitable for riders between 170 cm and 180 cm tall. The frame geometry comprises a reach of 419 mm, a stack of 612 mm, a seat tube length of 440 mm and a top tube length of 600 mm. The head tube angle is 69 degrees, the seat tube angle 74 degrees, the head tube length 110 mm, the chainstay length 450 mm, the bottom bracket drop is 60 mm, the fork offset is 51 mm, the standover height is 750 mm, the fork installation height is 501 mm and the wheelbase measures 1102 mm in total. The bottom bracket height is 316 mm.

Overall, the Scott Contessa Active 40 Cu blue is a well-equipped mountain bike that impresses in terms of both performance and comfort and is ideal for a variety of terrain types.