Scott Gambler 920

The Scott "Gambler 920" model from 2024 is a high-quality downhill bike designed for challenging descents. Priced at 3,999 EUR, this bike offers a range of impressive technical specifications and features.

The Gambler 920’s frame is made from Gambler Alloy 6061, a hydroformed and specially machined aluminium frame renowned for its robustness and durability. The frame is compatible with 27.5" (2.6) and 29" (2.5) tyres and features a VLK Virtual 4 Link Kinematic system as well as an SW DH 12x157mm dropout. The maximum load capacity is 128 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs in at 17 kg.

Optimal control and braking performance are provided by the SRAM DB8 4-piston disc brakes at both the front and rear, each fitted with a 203 mm diameter SRAM Centerline brake disc. The drivetrain consists of a 7-speed SRAM GX DH short-cage derailleur and an SRAM GX DH trigger shifter.

The RockShox Boxxer Select fork with DebonAir suspension and Charger RC damper offers 200 mm of travel at the front, whilst the RockShox SuperDeluxe Select shock with Custom Tune and rebound adjustment also provides 200 mm of travel at the rear. This ensures outstanding suspension performance on challenging descents.

The bike is fitted with Wellgo B155U SCT pedals, which are flat and feature interchangeable pins. The crankset is an SRAM Descendant DH DUB with a 34T steel chainring and a crank length of 165 mm. The cassette is an SRAM CS PG-720 DH with an 11–25 gear range.

The handlebars are Syncros Hixon 1.5 DH, 800 mm wide with a 15 mm rise and an 8-degree backsweep, mounted on a Syncros DH1.5 stem with a length of 50 mm. The Syncros Pro DH dual lock-on grips ensure a secure grip.

The wheelsets consist of Syncros MD30 Disc rims, which are tubeless-ready and fitted with DT Swiss Industry spokes. The Maxxis Assegai tyres, sized 29x2.5", offer excellent grip and traction on all surfaces. The hubs are by Formula: a DHL-92 Boost at the front and a DHL-157 at the rear, both featuring thru-axle systems.

The saddle is a Syncros Kaslo 2.0 with CrMo rails, mounted on a Syncros DH2.0 aluminium seatpost (31.6 mm).

The Gambler 920 has a geometry suitable for riders between 170 cm and 180 cm tall. It has a reach of 430 mm, a stack of 636 mm, a seat tube length of 405 mm and a top tube length of 568 mm. The head tube angle is 63 degrees, the seat tube angle is 67 degrees, the head tube length is 110 mm, the chainstay length is 439 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 24 mm. The standover height is 712 mm and the fork top height is 601 mm. The bike’s wheelbase is 1238 mm and the bottom bracket height is 346 mm.

Overall, the 2024 Scott Gambler 920 offers an outstanding combination of stability, control and performance, ideal for downhill enthusiasts looking for a reliable and high-performance bike.