Scott Plasma RC
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The "Plasma RC" model from the Scott brand from 2021 is a state-of-the-art triathlon bike that is characterised by its advanced technology and high-quality equipment. The frame of the bike is made of Plasma 6 Disc / HMX Carbon with TRI geometry and a Plasma HMX seatpost. A replaceable derailleur hanger is also integrated. The total weight of the bike is 9 kg, making it a lightweight yet stable companion for demanding triathlon competitions.
The braking system consists of Shimano BR-R9170 hydraulic disc brakes, which ensure reliable and precise braking performance. The brake levers are part of the Shimano Di2 ST-R9180 electronic shifting system. The front brake disc is a Shimano SM-RT800 CL with a diameter of 160 mm.
Shifting is provided by a Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8050 with 22 gears, also designed as an electronic shifting system. The front derailleur is a Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8050, and the shifters are Shimano Di2 SW-R9160. The combination of these components enables precise and fast gear changes.
The bike is equipped with a Plasma 6 Disc fork, which is made of carbon and has an integrated design. The bottom bracket is a Shimano SM-BB71-41B. The crankset is a Shimano Ultegra FC-R8000 with 39/53 teeth, while the cassette is a Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 with a gradation of 11-28. The drive is provided by a Shimano CN-HG701-11 chain.
The handlebar is a Syncros Creston iC TRI with a width of 400 mm and a Syncros E1 carbon extension. The headset is an integrated Syncros with a 1-1 1/8" drop-in design. The tyres are Schwalbe ONE Race-Guard Fold in size 700x25C, which are mounted on a Syncros Capital 1.0 50 Disc wheelset. These wheels are tubeless ready and have 18 spokes at the front and 24 at the rear.
The saddle is a Syncros Belcarra 1.5 TRI, which is mounted on a Syncros Plasma 6 HMX seatpost with Ritchey WCS clamp and adjustable head.
The price for the 2021 Scott Plasma RC is EUR 8999. This bike combines advanced technologies and high-quality materials to offer triathletes optimum performance.
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Equipment
| Brakes | Shimano BR-R9170 Hyd.Disc |
| Brake levers | Shimano Di2 ST-R9180, Electronic Shift System |
| Frame | Plasma 6 Disc / HMX, TRI Geometry / Plasma HMX seatpost / Replaceable Derailleur Hanger |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8050, 22 Speed Electronic Shift System |
| Shift levers | Shimano Di2 SW-R9160, Electronic Shift System |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8050, Electronic Shift System |
| Number of gears | 22 |
| Fork | Plasma 6 Disc, 1 1/4"- 1 1/2" carbon / integrated |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano SM-BB71-41B |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra FC-R8000, 39/53 T |
| Sprocket | Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000, 11-28 |
| Drive | Shimano CN-HG701-11 |
| Headset | Syncros Integrated, 1-1 1/8" drop-in headset |
| Handlebar | Syncros Creston iC TRI, 400mm, Syncros E1 Carbon extension |
| Saddle | Syncros Belcarra 1.5 TRI |
| Seatpost | Syncros Plasma 6 HMX with Ritchey WCS clamp, adjustable head |
| Wheelset | Syncros Capital 1.0 50 Disc, tubeless ready, 18 Front / 24 Rear, Syncros Plug-in RWS |
| Tires | Schwalbe ONE Race-Guard Fold, 700x25C |