Scott Sub Cross eRIDE 30 Unisex EQ

The "Sub Cross eRIDE 30 Unisex EQ" from Scott, released in 2024, is a versatile e-bike designed for a wide range of riders and various uses. Priced at 2799 EUR, it offers solid specifications and modern technology.

The bike’s frame is made from Sub eRIDE 6061 alloy and is available in sizes XS to L, making it suitable for riders between 160 cm and 170 cm tall. The front and rear braking system consists of Shimano BR-M200 disc brakes fitted with SM-RT10 rotors – 180 mm in diameter at the front and 160 mm at the rear. This ensures reliable braking performance in a variety of conditions.

The bike features a Shimano CUES ARDU4000GS 9-speed derailleur, operated via Shimano CUES ASLU40009RC shift levers. This drivetrain, combined with a Shimano CS-LG3009 sprocket (11-41T) and a KMC eGLIDE chain, ensures smooth and efficient power transfer. The Miranda crankset has a length of 172.5 mm.

Riding comfort is ensured by the SUNTOUR NVX 30 NLO DS QR 700C TAPERED fork with 63 mm of travel. The Syncros UC3.0 handlebars are 680 mm wide, with a 12 mm rise and a 15-degree backsweep, which promotes a comfortable and ergonomic riding position. The stem is also by Syncros and is adjustable to facilitate personalised fitting.

The bike’s rims are Cross X17 Disc 32h models, laced with black spokes (front: 14G, rear: 13G). The tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam in size 29x2.25, which offer good grip and comfort on both tarmac and light off-road terrain. The hubs are by Shimano – the HBMT200B 32H QR CL model at the front and the FHQC400HMBZB 32H QR CL at the rear.

The Syncros Capilano saddle and the Syncros 3.0 seatpost (31.6 mm diameter, 350 mm length) ensure additional comfort on longer rides. An Ursus Mooi Central kickstand makes it easy to park the bike.

At the heart of the e-bike is the Bosch Active motor, which provides assistance up to a speed of 25 km/h. The drive is powered by a Bosch PowerTube battery with a capacity of 400 Wh, which is controlled via a Purion display. A 2A charger is also included.

The frame geometry is well thought out, with a reach of 397 mm, a stack of 644 mm and a seat tube length of 480 mm. The head tube angle is 70 degrees and the seat tube angle is 73 degrees. Other dimensions include a head tube length of 170 mm, a chainstay length of 505 mm, a bottom bracket drop of 70 mm, a fork offset of 42 mm, a top tube height of 499 mm, a fork installation height of 458 mm, a crank length of 173 mm, a wheelbase of 1156 mm and a bottom bracket height of 304 mm.

With a gross weight of 32,400 g, the “Sub Cross eRIDE 30 Unisex EQ” is a well-equipped and well-designed e-bike that is suitable for both everyday use and longer rides.